Fundamental Rights Officer - Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AD7, Frankfurt)

About this position

The summary below is published by Anti-Money Laundering Authority on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.

Position overview

This is the official EU Careers listing for Fundamental Rights Officer at AMLA based in Frankfurt at the AD7 grade level (Temporary Agent).

### WHO WE ARE

Money laundering and the financing of terrorism are major concerns for the EU. They pose significant risks to the EU economy, to the integrity of the EU financial system and, even more importantly, to the security of its citizens.

The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Authority (AMLA) was established in June 2024 as a new European Union body to safeguard the European Union’s financial system and its citizens against money laundering and terrorist financing. It is located in Frankfurt am Main, Germany and will expand to over 400 staff members by the end of 2027.

AMLA’s key responsibilities include:

* Directly supervising selectedfinancial sector entities that operate on a cross border basis and present a high risk of money laundering and terrorism financing, as well as indirectly supervising other entities in the financial and non-financial sectors * Supportingand coordinating the activities of Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) by, for example, facilitating the joint analyses of cross-border cases, enabling information exchange, providing capabilities, advanced data analytics and managing the FIU.net information system * Complementing EU Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) rules by developing regulatory and implementing technical standards and issuing guidelines

For more information about the Authority, please visit our[website](https://www.amla.europa.eu/index_en). We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and non-discrimination.

Are you interested to contribute to our mission? Then see below what it takes to accomplish the role.

### YOUR ROLE

According to AMLA regulation (Article 67), AMLA is tasked with designating an internal Fundamental Rights Officer (FRO). The FRO acts as an independent internal safeguard, ensuring AMLA’s supervisory, investigative, and coordination activities are in compliance with the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and international human rights law. You will work in a dynamic start-up environment, and your role will contribute to the success and growth of AMLA.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

* Promote the Authority compliance with fundamental rights, human rights law and data protection in its cooperation with stakeholders (EU institutions, agencies, bodies, International Organisations and external stakeholders); * Develop a fundamental rights monitoring strategy and action plan for AMLA and taking the lead in their implementation. Publish an annual activity and progress report and promote this with relevant stakeholders; * Develop a tailored modular fundamental rights training programme for AMLA staff including basic, advanced and specialised levels. Gradual implementation of this training programme potentially in cooperation with other relevant actors and/ or consultants; * Cooperation with internal (such as the authority’s Data Protection Officer) and external stakeholders (such as the EU bodies, FROs of other EU agencies, the European Ombudsman, civil society organisations, national human rights institutions where relevant); * Provide timely advice and opinions to the senior management and Management Board of AMLA on fundamental rights risks, mitigating measures for fundamental rights compliance of its activities and engagement and in AMLA’s cooperation with third countries. FRO can provide advice either at own initiative or upon request by AMLA staff and the EB; * Investigate cases related to fundamental rights stemming from complaints and serious incidents; * Provide advice in the development and update of the Authority’s practical tools, guides, judicial analysis, and factsheets, with a view to systematically mainstream fundamental rights in the context of AML/CFT.

The successful candidates might be required to perform other duties as necessary under the responsibility of their line manager according to the evolution and development of AMLA’s structure and activities.

### QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

#### Eligibility criteria

To be admitted to the selection process you mustmeet the following eligibility criteriaon the closing date for application and on the date of filling the vacant post:

* Be a national of a Member State of the European Union. * Completed university studies of at least 3 years attested by a diploma. * Thorough knowledge (C1 level as per the CEFR [1]) of one of the 24 EU official languages and a satisfactory knowledge (B2 level) of another EU official language for the performance of your duties [2]. * Enjoy full rights as a citizen and meet the character requirements for the duties involved [3]. * Have fulfilled any obligations imposed by national laws concerning military service. * Be physically fit to perform the duties linked to the post [4].

This vacancy is also open for internal mobility at AMLA and inter-agency mobility at the grade bracket AD7 - AD12

Professional Experience

* A university degree (minimum 4 years studies) in law, followedby at least 6 years of relevant professional experience.

OR: * A university degree (minimum 3 years studies) in law,followedby at least 7 years of relevant professional experience as indicated above.

[1] [Common European Framework Reference Language Skills](https://europass.europa.eu/en/commoneuropean-framework-reference-language-skills)

[2]Mother tongue English speakers will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of a second EU language.

[3]An official certificate confirming the absence of any criminal record must be submitted prior to recruitment.

[4]If you are not currently working for an EU institution, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical examination at a center we specify.

#### Selection Criteria

To be considered for the assessment phase youmust meet the following essential criteria on the closing date for applications. The following criteria will be assessed during the application screening phase:

1. At least 6 years’ professional experience in a fundamental rights, human rights, compliance, ethics, ombudsman or oversight function. _Please indicate clearly your role, level and responsibilities for each work experience listed._

2. Professional experience in formulating recommendations and advising on fundamental rights to senior management; _Please indicate the type of recommendations/advice provided to senior management._

3. Professional experience relevant to the role, in cooperating with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, at international and/or EU level. _Please indicate the type of stakeholders as well as context (international/EU level)._

#### Desirable Criteria

The following criteria are considered as desirable and may be taken into account during the application screening phase:

1. Experience in balancing fundamental rights obligations with supervisory, enforcement or investigative activities.

#### Skills

The following skills will be evaluated during the the written test and/or interview phases.

Technical Competencies

* Legal expertise in fundamental rights, international human rights law and data protection; * Ability to carry out Fundamental Rights Impact Assessments (FRIAs) or advising on safeguards in inspections, investigations or information-processing activities; * Ability to draft clear, concise and evidence-based legal opinions, guidance, reports and recommendations on fundamental rights matters; * Ability to conduct or oversee the assessment of complaints and alleged breaches of fundamental rights, ensuring impartiality, confidentiality and procedural fairness.

Interpersonal Skills

* Stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills while maintaining independence and impartiality; * Ability to promote and embed a culture of respect for fundamental rights across the organisation through engagement, awareness-raising and collaboration; * Advisory and communication skills (written and oral); * Strong sense of confidentiality, integrity and discretion; * Cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness.

Language Skills

* A strong command of both written and spoken English (min. C1 level). English oral and written skills will be assessed throughout the assessment phase.

Motivation

Candidates will also be tested on their motivation for this position.

### APPLICATION, SELECTION & RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please submit your application in English.Applications not indicating the minimum required English proficiency level of C1 will be rejected.

Before submitting your application look at our [careers](https://www.amla.europa.eu/careers_en) page and check out the [Guide for candidates](https://www.amla.europa.eu/document/download/c313a0a1-fee9-459a-a0c1-4354789a6a8d_en?filename=Recruitment%20Process%20-%20Guide%20for%20candidates.pdf). Proof of compliance with specific criteria may be requested at any stage during the selection process. If you fail to comply with the eligibility and essential criteria, your application will be disqualified.

The selection process will be organised in several consecutive stages:

Screening and shortlisting: After the deadline for online registration, the Selection Board will check the eligible applications against the selection criteria as described above. Upon completion of the initial assessment, the Selection Board will establish a shortlist of the candidates best matching the criteria.

Assessment phase:The shortlisted candidates will be invited to the assessment phase which will be organised remotely. This phase will be conducted in English. The assessment phase may involve an oral interview with the Selection Board and a written test. The oral and written test aim at testing the specific competencies and knowledge with reference to the selection criteria of the present vacancy notice.

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Salary at this grade

Basic monthly salary at AD7 runs from €7,876 (step 1) to €8,911 (top step), giving an annual range of roughly €94,512 to €106,932 before tax and allowances. Steps increase automatically every two years; the figures here are taken from the salary grid in the EU Staff Regulations.

Eligible staff posted away from their country of nationality also receive an expatriation allowance worth 16% of basic salary (around €1,260 per month at step 1 of AD7) together with household, dependent-child, and education allowances where applicable. Take-home pay is then adjusted by the country correction coefficient for Frankfurt. For a worked example see our correction coefficients guide and the EU salaries overview.

Application timeline

This vacancy was first listed on 22 July 2026, 4 days ago.

The application deadline is 12 August 2026, 16 days from today. Late applications are not accepted, so submit through the official EU Careers portal well in advance.

Last verified against the EU Careers feed on 24 July 2026 (2 days ago).

Where to learn more

For full responsibilities, requirements, and career progression at AD7 see our AD7 grade page; for headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at AMLA see the AMLA institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in Frankfurt see our Frankfurt location page.

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