Job Title: Compliance Analyst - Trading Environment
Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Start Date: July 2025
Work Type: Full-time, 5 days a week (on-site for the first 6 months)
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Compliance Analyst to join a fast-paced and collaborative trading environment in Amsterdam. This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in financial markets and a solid foundation in regulatory compliance, who thrives in a tech-driven, data-heavy atmosphere.
You'll be part of a tight-knit, growing team (currently 40 people locally) where you'll work closely with an experienced manager and colleagues from legal, compliance, and trading support functions. The culture is fast, innovative, and collaborative - blending finance with technology.
What You'll Be Doing:
Monitor and analyze trading activity; compile and summarize findings for internal stakeholders.
Build and maintain KYC files for counterparties and ensure adherence to AML/CTF standards.
Own regulatory and exchange reporting obligations, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Liaise with exchanges, regulators, and internal teams on compliance-related matters and inquiries.
Contribute to ongoing surveillance, risk assessments, and internal controls to support regulatory readiness.
Stay up to date with evolving European and global financial regulations, and assess their impact on business operations.
Provide compliance support for business and technology-driven projects, new initiatives, and product rollouts.
What We're Looking For:
1-3 years of experience in regulatory compliance, preferably within financial services (e.g., bank, asset manager, trading firm).
Educational background: Bachelor's or Master's in Business, Economics, or Law.
Strong understanding of key regulatory themes in the EU/EEA financial landscape (e.g., MiFID II, EMIR, MAR).
Strong interest in financial markets, regulatory frameworks, and risk management.
Familiarity with Python (a plus) and SQL (basic/formal knowledge expected).
Comfortable working with data, regulatory reporting tools, and presenting insights to stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
Reliable, organized, and ready to grow within a global compliance team.
Benefits:
Private Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Group Pension Scheme
Life Assurance & Income Protection
Paid Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Travel Medical Insurance
Interested?
☎ : +31 20 808 3086
📧 : Rens.vangool@oliverjames.com
