Financial Crime Compliance Consultant (SME)
- CAPITEX
- Dubai - United Arab Emirates
- Contract
وصف الوظيفة
Company Overview
Our client, a pioneering fintech bank, is at the forefront of transforming the financial industry through innovative technology and a steadfast commitment to excellence. Dedicated to redefining the banking experience for the digital era, they place a high priority on security, compliance, and seamless customer interactions. Amidst rapid growth, there is an immediate need for an experienced Financial Crime Consultant to spearhead the enhancement of their Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) frameworks.
Role Summary
The Financial Crime Consultant role is critical for someone with deep expertise in FCC, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Politically Exposed Persons (PEP), Transaction Monitoring (TM), and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes. The selected candidate will be tasked with revamping and upgrading current procedures, while also providing strategic oversight and advisory support to the existing team. This position requires a seasoned professional with a proven history of managing sizable teams within the KYC, TM, and Fraud departments in a fintech setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Revamp Procedures: Spearhead the reform of existing FCC, AML, PEP, TM, and KYC procedures to meet the utmost standards of compliance and operational efficiency.
- Strategic Oversight: Offer strategic guidance and supervision across the FCC domain, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Advisory Services: Serve as a principal advisor, delivering expert analysis on financial crime risks, evolving trends, and effective mitigation strategies.
- Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of up to 30 professionals in the KYC, TM, and Fraud departments, promoting a culture of excellence and ongoing enhancement.
- Regulatory Compliance: Guarantee that all FCC endeavors adhere to both domestic and international legal and regulatory stipulations.
- Innovation and Improvement: Propel innovation and continual improvement within the FCC function by leveraging advanced technology to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Work in close collaboration with senior management and external stakeholders to ensure the fintech bank's FCC strategies are robust and progressive.
Requirements
- Experience: At least 10 years of experience in financial crime compliance, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity managing significant teams within the KYC, TM, or Fraud departments of a fintech or financial services organization.
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications such as CAMS or CFCS are strongly preferred.
- Skills: Comprehensive knowledge of FCC, AML, PEP, TM, and KYC regulations; exceptional leadership and project management capabilities; superior analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Attributes: A strong ethical compass, integrity, meticulous attention to detail, the ability to adapt, and a dedication to continual professional growth.
This opportunity is ideal for a visionary leader eager to play a crucial role in shaping the future of financial crime compliance within a dynamic startup fintech bank environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary & Benefits: Attractive compensation package including bonuses, health insurance, and retirement plans.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement in a fast-growing fintech environment.
- Innovative Culture: Work in a dynamic, innovative, and supportive environment where your ideas can help shape the future of banking.
- Flexible Working: A blend of in-office and remote working to support work-life balance.
إمتيازات الوظيفة
- Performance Bonus
- Training & Development
- Work From Home
- Private Health Insurance
متطلبات الوظيفة
Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Law, Criminal Justice, Business Administration, or a closely related field. Advanced degrees in these fields are preferable.
- Professional Certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) are highly desirable.
Experience:
- Minimum 10 Years’ Experience in financial crime compliance, with a comprehensive understanding of AML, KYC, PEP, and Transaction Monitoring frameworks.
- Proven Track Record in a leadership or consultancy role within the financial crime compliance space, preferably within a fintech or a financial institution environment.
- Experience Managing Large Teams, with a successful history of leading and mentoring a team of at least 30 professionals in the KYC, TM, and Fraud departments.
- Demonstrated Ability to successfully revamp and enhance compliance procedures and processes.
Skills and Knowledge:
- Expert Knowledge of current financial crime risks, regulatory requirements (both domestic and international), and best practices in FCC, AML, PEP, TM, and KYC.
- Strong Leadership Skills, capable of providing strategic direction, fostering a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
- Excellent Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities, with a keen eye for identifying and mitigating potential financial crime risks.
- Outstanding Communication Skills, with the ability to articulate complex compliance issues clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
- Project Management Skills, with a proven ability to manage large-scale projects and drive change within an organization.
Personal Attributes:
- High Ethical Standards and Integrity, essential for fostering trust and adherence to compliance and regulatory standards.
- Adaptability, with the capacity to navigate and lead through change, particularly in a fast-paced fintech environment.
- Attention to Detail, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in all compliance processes and documentation.
- Commitment to Continuous Learning and staying updated on the latest trends, regulations, and technologies in financial crime compliance.
Additional Requirements:
- Willingness to Travel if required, to engage with regulatory bodies, attend industry conferences, and participate in relevant meetings.
- Flexibility in Working Hours, as the role may require addressing urgent compliance issues outside of standard office hours.
This role offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned Financial Crime Consultant to make a significant impact on the compliance landscape of a leading fintech bank. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of expertise, leadership, and innovation to the team, driving excellence in our FCC initiatives.