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We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to lead AML and Risk Management Team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations in the EU and Canada, risk management practices, and EU crypto regulation. This role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and a collaborative approach to ensure compliance and safeguard operations against financial crime.

WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON

Leadership & Management:

• Oversee and mentor a dedicated team of AML and risk management professionals
• Develop and implement team objectives, ensuring alignment with the institution’s overall compliance strategy
• Coordinate with senior management to integrate risk management practices into the organization’s strategic planning
  
  

AML Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with relevant AML regulations, both within the EU framework and under FINTRAC requirements
• Design and implement robust policies, procedures, and controls to detect and prevent money laundering and terrorist financing
• Monitor, review, and update AML systems in line with regulatory changes and emerging risks
  
  

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and manage operational, financial, and regulatory risks associated with payment services
• Develop and maintain risk assessment methodologies and frameworks tailored to the payment industry
• Lead regular risk reviews and audits, ensuring that mitigation measures are effectively implemented
• EU Crypto Regulation Expertise:
• Stay up-to-date with the evolving EU crypto regulatory landscape (MiCA, DORA etc.)
• Advise on the integration of crypto assets within the institution’s risk management and AML frameworks
• Liaise with regulatory bodies regarding compliance matters related to cryptocurrency transactions and associated risks
  
  

Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare detailed compliance and risk management reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inquiries and examinations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall regulatory compliance and risk awareness across the organization
  
  

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in AML, compliance, or risk management roles within the financial services or payments industry
• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of managing high-performing teams
• Extensive knowledge of EU AML regulations, FINTRAC requirements, and current EU crypto regulatory frameworks
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and apply them to business operations
• Fluent in English and Russian;
  
  

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE

• An opportunity to make something great even greater, you can be the reason why we grow, develop, and become the best fintech company on the market!
• Career prospects - we are young, we have huge ambitions, and it is important that our employees grow with us
• Work with coworkers who are passionate about their business
• Compensation that will fully correspond to the competence and knowledge, with yearly performance reviews
• The opportunity to attend conferences, courses, and professional development at the company's expense - we favor the continuous development of our employees
• Remote type of work
• 20 days of vacation time; Bank holidays; Sick leaves; Additional birthday day off;
• Team building events and corporate parties
  
  

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