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Legal Officer — AML & Sanctions Compliance

Sedlabanki Islands · Reykjavík, Iceland · Onsite · kr850,000 - kr1,200,000/year

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Position Overview

Location: Reykjavík, Iceland

Compensation: kr850,000 - kr1,200,000/year

Position: Mid

Type: Job

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 20, 2026

Deadline: May 19, 2026

Job Description

The Central Bank of Iceland is hiring a Legal Officer to support its anti-money laundering supervision and sanctions compliance functions. You will contribute to regulatory oversight of financial institutions and ensure Iceland's compliance with FATF standards and international sanctions regimes.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal analysis of AML/CFT obligations for supervised financial entities. Draft supervisory decisions, enforcement notices, and regulatory guidance. Monitor implementation of international sanctions and advise on de-listing procedures. Participate in FATF mutual evaluation processes and Nordic cooperation initiatives.

Requirements

Cand.Jur. or equivalent law degree. 3-6 years of experience in AML/CFT compliance, financial regulation, or sanctions law. Familiarity with FATF recommendations and the Icelandic Act on Measures Against Money Laundering. Icelandic and English fluency required.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

kr850,000 - kr1,200,000/year

Practice Area

General Legal

Position

Mid

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: Sedlabanki Islands Hiring Team

Application Deadline

May 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full time