Wise

FinCrime Operations Team Lead - AML Investigations

Austin, , United States

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About the role

You are instrumental in fostering a high-performance, results-driven culture defined by strong ownership and accountability.
You should be visible and actively engaged in team management.

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money.
As a FinCrime Operations Team Lead you will develop and oversee the daily operations of a team of FinCrime Operations Analysts or Specialists.
You will foster a high-performing team, drive operational excellence, and act as a subject matter expert in KYC/AML/Fraud/Screening and financial crime prevention.
You will be responsible for ensuring your team meets performance targets, maintains or elevates quality standards, and contributes to a culture of continuous improvement within the FinCrime Operations organization.
The FinCrime Operations Team Lead is a dual-focused leader, combining strong people leadership with domain and operational expertise.
You will be instrumental in building and refining processes that prioritise customer impact while maintaining focus on the evolving risks within the financial services industry, specific product vulnerabilities, and the requirements set by regulations and partners.
Collaborate with central functions and other operational teams as needed to increase operational efficiency or to ensure effective cross-team collaboration on joint initiatives.
Provide guidance and support on complex, high-risk cases and escalations.
Drive high-quality results for both the team and individuals, continuously enhancing overall quality outcomes.
We're people building money without borders - without judgement or prejudice, too.

Be a subject matter expert in financial crime areas with the ability to obtain and maintain sufficient subject matter expertise required to train, develop and coach your team.
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or related field
Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

Certifications: ICA, CAMS, or equivalent certification (KYC/EDD/AML/Fraud/Screening/Risk focused)
Ability to use analytics tools like, looker, superset, or other similar platforms.
Work Eligibility: Candidates must be authorized to work in the US.
During your first 6 months in the role, you will be expected to be 100% in office.
For everyone, everywhere.
We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.
We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

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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.
More about our mission and what we offer.
Your primary purpose is to ensure the effective mitigation of financial crime risks associated with Wise's customers, while maintaining a strong focus on operational efficiency, regulatory compliance and a customer-centric approach.
This includes supporting the development of compliant and scalable processes and possessing an understanding of financial crime risks associated with our customers, products, and tooling.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

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