State Street

Financial Crimes Compliance Specialist, Officer,

Milan, Italy Full time

Who we are looking for

By joining the Financial Crimes Compliance (FCC) team at State Street Bank International GmbH (SSBI), you will help shape and advance the firm’s policies, procedures, systems and controls aimed at preventing and detecting financial crime. The primary objective of this role is to support the FCC team in Italy in monitoring activities related to the enforcement of financial restrictions and transaction monitoring.

This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Financial Crimes Compliance Specialist, you will

  • Support the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for State Street Bank International GmbH Italy Branch (“SSBI Italy”), acting as Deputy MLRO, in the oversight of the implementation and maintenance of effective global and local policies, procedures, systems and controls in accordance with the global and local laws, regulation and guidance to enable SSBI to identify, assess, monitor and manage money laundering and other financial crimes risks. 

  • Collaborate in reviewing and uploading the monthly AML report (“Segnalazione Antiriciclaggio Aggregate”) to the INFOSTAT-UIF portal, and assist in reviewing and confirming any identified statistical findings.

  • Support the completion of the annual AML questionnaire, the execution of the annual AML/CFT risk assessment as well as the annual AML Report for SSBI Italy.

  • Support and execute controls and sample testing within custody systems, ensuring alignment with Financial Crime Compliance standards.

  • Conduct process analysis to identify FCC-related risks and contribute to remediation and controls enhancement initiatives.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, showing initiative and adaptability in managing multiple evolving tasks and priorities.

  • Strong self-motivation and collaborative mindset, with the capacity to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Attention to detail, project management and organizational skills

  • Ability to quickly understand new processes and learn effectively in dynamic environments.

  • High ethical standards and integrity.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant industry experience in banking or financial services

  • University degree or equivalent, preferably with a prior experience in the Financial Crimes Compliance sector

  • Expertise in core financial crime compliance risks (Know Your Customer, Sanctions, Transactions Monitoring)

  • In-depth knowledge of European and Italian AML/CTF regulations and best practices

  • Excellent communication skills in Italian and English, both written and verbal

  • Strong analytical, investigative, and decision-making skills

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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