At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial crime risk management and ensure compliance with AML/CTF regulations.
- Company: Join Wise, a global tech company revolutionising money management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a mission-driven company focused on innovation and efficiency.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the fight against financial crime while working with a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial crime management and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
hackajob is collaborating with Wise to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.
Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money. As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Financial Crime Manager to join the UK MLRO Office at Wise. This is a second-line managerial role that will play a crucial part in supporting the Deputy MLROs in discharging Wise Payments Limited's Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) obligations under UK regulations. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring the effectiveness of our financial crime controls in the UK, driving continuous improvement, and providing expert advice across a broad range of financial crime matters, including fraud.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Deputy MLROs in the effective discharge of AML/CTF obligations, ensuring compliance with all relevant UK regulations.
- You are an excellent communicator, capable of articulating complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Lead on day-to-day financial crime risk management activities and manage internal escalations effectively.
- Oversee the implementation and assess the effectiveness of AML/CTF controls across all UK products and services.
- Provide robust oversight of AML risks and controls specifically for Wise Platform partners.
- Gather, draft and review Management Information (MI), board updates, and regulatory reports to support the MLRO reporting process.
- Act as an alternate point of contact for law enforcement agencies when required.
- Drive the continuous improvement of AML policies, systems, and operational processes to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of our financial crime framework.
- Apply strong knowledge of fraud prevention and detection, working collaboratively with first-line teams including our product compliance colleagues to enhance fraud controls.
- Work with the first line on ongoing reporting in relation to authorised push payments.
