AML Manager

Our client within the Financial Services industry is looking to recruit an AML Manager to join their team.

Main responsibilities :

• Stay updated on all AML/CFT regulatory developments, identify changes, and address any identified gaps promptly.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of our policies, procedures, systems, and controls in collaboration with business and compliance teams across the organization.
• Take charge of reviewing, updating, and approving company policies and procedures at least twice a year in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement AML/CFT policies, procedures, and monitoring programs for new businesses, and report to senior management on the effectiveness of the AML/CFT framework.
• Assist in configuring automated systems and controls to meet regulatory requirements.
• Oversee systems that monitor client behavior throughout ongoing business relationships, ensuring suspicious activities are detected and reported.
• Ensure timely execution of AML/CFT compliance monitoring programs, escalating any identified gaps to senior management immediately.
• Support the review of AML Business Risk Assessments (BRA) and Jurisdiction Risk Assessments (JRA).
• Provide expert advice on AML/CFT matters to business units and offer recommendations to mitigate business risks.
• Deliver training on AML/CFT policies to raise awareness among employees and outsourced personnel.

• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Work experience at a fintech organisation will be considered an asset
• Have 8 years of experience in anti-money laundering or regulatory compliance

• University degree in law, risk management, criminology, finance, or a related field

• Travel and internet allowances
• Annual performance bonus
• Overseas travel opportunities