Compliance Manager, AML
Deel
AML Compliance Manager
Deel
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Support the UK Chief Compliance Officer in overseeing the regulatory compliance framework and ensuring FCA requirements are met
- Conduct regular reviews of internal compliance policies and procedures and update them for changes in the UK regulatory landscape
- Prepare and submit regulatory reports and notifications to the FCA and other UK regulators
- Provide advisory support to business units on compliance matters, focusing on payment services regulations
- Act as the Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for the UK entity and assist in AML/CTF program development and improvement
- Monitor, investigate, and report suspicious activities to the UK MLRO and relevant authorities
- Conduct internal audits and reviews related to financial crime prevention and ensure robust controls
- Collaborate with the global compliance team to align policies and practices across jurisdictions and act as point of contact for global initiatives
- Contribute to global compliance risk assessments, audits, and projects and provide training and guidance to teams
- Implement strategies to mitigate risks related to money laundering, fraud, bribery, and corruption
- Provide compliance oversight and input on IT security requirements and ensure operational resilience frameworks (business continuity, disaster recovery, incident response)
- Assist in assessing and mitigating operational risks and ensure regular testing and updates of operational resilience plans
- Ensure compliance with UK data protection laws (GDPR) and assist in managing data breach incidents
- Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and the board on key compliance issues and regulatory updates
Requirements
- In-depth understanding of the FCA regulatory framework, particularly related to payment services or e-money
- Strong knowledge of AML/CTF regulations and requirements, with prior experience in a Deputy MLRO or similar role
- Working knowledge of IT security requirements and operational risk and resilience best practices
- Experience working within a global compliance function, with an ability to navigate cross-border regulatory requirements
- Attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to articulate legal and regulatory obligations
- Effective interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal departments, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to assess compliance risks and recommend controls
- Entrepreneurial drive with a can-do attitude and a growth-mindset
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business or relevant field, or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance, internal controls, audit, or risk management, preferably in fintech or payments
- Professional certificates/qualifications in compliance, AML/CFT, risk management, finance, and/or fintech (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE) are desirable but not required
Benefits
- Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
- Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
- The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access
- Healthcare and benefits provided to workers in 109 countries
- Scalable benefits, rewards, and perks reflecting inclusivity and access
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
FCA regulatory frameworkAML regulationsCTF regulationsIT security requirementsoperational risk managementoperational resiliencecompliance auditsfinancial crime preventiondata protection lawsregulatory reporting
Soft skills
attention to detailverbal communicationwritten communicationinterpersonal skillsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillscollaborationentrepreneurial drivegrowth mindsetability to work under pressure
Certifications
CPACIACISACFE
