Senior

Financial Crime Senior Specialist

Amadeus

Madrid, Spain · Hybrid

Job Title

Summary

The FinCrime Ops Senior Specialist is a key partner to the Head of FinCrime Operations, supporting the execution and continuous improvement of AML, Fraud, Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening, KYC/KYB onboarding, and regulatory reporting activities. In this role, you combine Financial Crime expertise with strong analytical and technology skills to help build a scalable and efficient FinCrime operating model. You turn data into actionable insights, support operational decision-making, and contribute to improving risk management, controls, and overall operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Investigate AML, Fraud, Transaction Monitoring, and Sanctions Screening alerts.
Conduct EDD and KYC/KYB onboarding checks, including risk identification and escalation.
Provide subject-matter expertise and support consistent application of policies and procedures.
Support process improvements, automation, and operational transformation initiatives.
Analyse operational data, maintain reporting, and identify risks, trends, and inefficiencies.
Collaborate with key stakeholders (Compliance, Product, Technology, Customer) to resolve issues and improve processes.

About the Ideal Candidate

8+ years of experience in AML, Financial Crime, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of AML and Fraud risks, typologies, and regulatory environments.
Experience working in cross-functional and regulated environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
Proactive, hands-on professional with a strong interest in technology, automation, and AI.
Experience with Excel and Power BI (additional tools such as Moody’s, Kibana, or ComplyAdvantage is a plus).
Fluent English and professional Spanish.

What we can offer you:

? A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including bonus, equity, pension plan, travel, life and healthcare insurance, as well as lunch and transport allowance and other benefits.
? A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
? Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
? A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
? A flexible working model - We want our employees to do their best work, wherever and however it works best for them.
? A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
? A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.
? A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

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