FinCrime Operations Team Lead - Screening
Core
Lead a team of FinCrime Operations Analysts/Specialists to mitigate financial crime risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain operational efficiency for Wise's customers.
Role type
Senior IC FinCrime Operations Team Lead (Screening/KYC/AML)
Builds
Compliant and scalable financial crime prevention processes and team performance outcomes
Domain
Financial Services / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) / Sanctions / KYC
Required skills
Team leadership, Performance management, Operational process design, Regulatory compliance knowledge, Risk-based approach, Stakeholder management, Data analysis, Conflict resolution, Coaching and mentoring, Quality assurance
Preferred skills
Subject matter expertise in financial crime, Experience with screening tools, Change management
Technologies
Screening tools, Case management systems, Data analytics platforms
Responsibilities
Coach and develop a team of FinCrime Analysts/Specialists, Oversee daily operations and adherence to regulations, Measure and drive team KPIs and quality standards, Escalate high-risk cases and tooling incidents, Collaborate with stakeholders on cross-team initiatives, Identify and propose process improvements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management