The AML & Regulatory Compliance Lead supports the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Chief Risk and Compliance Officer (CCRO) in the effective operation of the company's regulatory compliance and financial crime frameworks. This role provides senior-level advisory support, oversight, and constructive challenge across financial crime and broader regulatory compliance. It assists the CCRO and MLRO in operating the AML/CFT framework and Regulatory Compliance, and may perform clearly delegated CCRO/MLRO activities. The position contributes to the establishment of a robust, proportionate, and scalable compliance framework that aligns with the company's growth as a fintech business in a regulated environment.
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Key Accountabilities
- Support the MLRO in maintaining and enhancing the company's AML/CFT, sanctions, fraud, and financial crime frameworks in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Hold responsibility for day-to-day regulatory compliance across the company, providing pragmatic and timely advice to the business on applicable regulatory requirements.
- Support the design and oversee risk-based compliance monitoring and testing programmes covering both financial crime and broader regulatory obligations.
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
Qualification:
- Advanced Legal Education/ A Master’s level degree in Law or a related field from a recognized institution/appropriate professional experience in substitute of a degree
Experience:
- A minimum of 6+ years of experience as a Compliance/Legal professional within payment/e-money institutions, fintech, or financial regulatory agencies.
- Experience in developing, implementing, and managing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and compliance programs, including risk assessment and mitigation.
Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of applicable laws, regulations (especially SVF and RPSCS), and industry best practices in compliance.
- Strong ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory materials and synthesize relevant information.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal and compliance information clearly and concisely.
