External Anti-Money Laundering Officer – Ensuring Compliance for Your Business

Money laundering poses significant risks to businesses across various industries, including banking, financial services, and insurance. To comply with the German Money Laundering Act (GwG) and mitigate financial crime risks, organizations are legally required to appoint an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Officer. Our external AML services provide the expertise and flexibility needed to ensure full compliance while reducing administrative burdens.

Key Responsibilities of an Anti-Money Laundering Officer

A dedicated AML Officer plays a critical role in ensuring regulatory adherence. Our services cover:

Risk Analysis & Assessment

  • Identifying and evaluating potential money laundering risks within your organization.
  • Conducting in-depth assessments to align with regulatory requirements.

Implementation of Preventive Measures

  • Developing customized risk-based policies and procedures.
  • Establishing tailored internal controls to prevent financial crime.

Suspicious Activity Reporting

  • Monitoring transactions and detecting suspicious activities.
  • Filing timely and accurate reports with relevant authorities.

Employee Training & Compliance Policies

  • Conducting targeted training sessions to educate employees on AML compliance.
  • Developing clear internal policies to foster a culture of compliance.

Our Structured Approach as External AML Officers

We follow a proven, structured methodology to enhance AML compliance:

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Workshop

Reviewing GwG requirements and mapping out your specific business processes.

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Risk Analysis

Identifying and assessing money laundering risks within your organization.

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Risk Management

Implementing a risk management system to monitor and prevent money laundering activities.

Why Choose an External AML Officer?

Partnering with an external AML officer offers distinct advantages:

Industry Expertise & Regulatory Knowledge

  • Our AML specialists bring extensive experience in financial crime prevention and compliance.
  • We stay updated with evolving regulations such as the AMLD (Anti-Money Laundering Directive) and GDPR.

Flexibility & Independence

  • As external consultants, we operate independently and are not subject to employment protection laws.
  • We offer scalable services tailored to your company’s size and risk profile.

Reduced Liability & Risk Mitigation

We assume legal liability, ensuring a professional and risk-free approach to compliance management.

Transparent & Cost-Effective Solutions

  • Our services come with clear, upfront pricing—no hidden costs.
  • We help you avoid regulatory fines and reputational damage by ensuring full compliance.

Get in touch with our AML experts

Avoid the risks of non-compliance and strengthen your AML framework with expert guidance. Contact us today for a no-obligation consultation and discover how we can support your compliance strategy.

Wiebke Kummer

Wiebke Kummer, Jurist

ppa | Head of Compliance international

Email: wkummer@re-move-this.first-privacy.com

Phone: +49 421 69 66 32-884

FIRST PRIVACY GmbH, Bremen

Cihan Parlar

Cihan Parlar, LL.M. (Tilburg), Lawyer

Managing Director

Email: cparlar@re-move-this.first-privacy.com

Phone: +31 20 211 7116

FIRST PRIVACY B.V., Amsterdam

If your inquiry concerns an organization based in Germany, these contacts will help you

Dominik Bleckmann

Dominik Bleckmann, Lawyer

ppa | Head of Compliance

Email: dbleckmann@re-move-this.datenschutz-nord.de

Phone: +49 421 69 66 32-349

datenschutz nord GmbH, Bremen

Markus Schönmann

Markus Schönmann, Lawyer

Head of Compliance | Senior Privacy Counsel

Email: mschoenmann@re-move-this.datenschutz-sued.de

Phone: +49 931 30 49 76-24

datenschutz süd GmbH, Würzburg