Anti Money Laundering Officer (AML) London
Job description
Introduction: We’re WorldFirst, an international payments business helping move money around the world. We became part of Ant Group in 2019, accelerating our mission to create the world’s best platform for international trade by combining WorldFirst’s products with Ant’s solutions aimed at enabling the digitalization of the modern services industry globally. We have a shared purpose ‘to make it easy to do business anywhere.’ Together, we are advancing our shared aim of bringing innovative, inclusive and affordable services to small and medium-sized businesses and online merchants in the rapidly growing area of cross-border trade. What you’ll do: The Regional AML-Anti Money Laundering Officer will be part of the growing Ant Group Legal, Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering and Data Privacy team supporting the international business. Be able to work with AML / CFT and sanctions laws and regulations in the UK & EU region & to be able to provide advice and guidance on AML laws and regulations. Formulate, implement and perform periodic reviews/gap analysis of the AML Program, policies and procedures and system controls for entities in the region & identify, mitigate potential areas of AML compliance vulnerability and risks/gaps. Provide oversight of implementation, effectiveness and sustainability of AML controls in the region and if the need arises to lead as the project manager of multiple AML change initiatives. Able to lead and participate in regulatory engagements/consultations and license applications in the region, and ensure business and management are informed and prepared against material reforms and developments. Able to collaborate with Compliance and other risk and control departments to address AML compliance issues and engender a culture of compliance within the business. What we’re looking for: We are looking to hire an inquisitive and detail-oriented AML-Anti Money Laundering professional. 7 years of relevant AML experience and expertise within financial services or payment industry. Technically-inclined with an ability to engage and work with technology specialists and very comfortable navigating in a fast-paced rapidly evolving environment where structure is a work in progress. Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and work effectively with multiple stakeholders. The candidate is expected to work very closely with internal stakeholders, including but not limited to members of various departments and functions within the Ant Group, as well as with external business associates/partners and regulatory or governmental agencies. The ideal candidate will be a confident and positive self-starter with interpersonal and organisational skills, is able to demonstrate the ability to effectively and proactively exercise good judgment and become a trusted partner and business enabler in a fast-paced working environment. The candidate will be versatile and flexible with the ability to manage with ambiguity in a dynamic environment with changing priorities. Language skills: English, business level Who we are: WorldFirst is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people feel that they belong and can reach their full potential. We believe our differences are our strengths and are committed to recruiting, developing and retaining a team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnership. In addition, we also provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities during our recruiting process - please contact [email protected]. #LI-Hybrid
