About the Company
A leading international FinTech company is looking for an experienced Senior AML & Compliance Specialist to strengthen its compliance function within the Australian regulatory framework.
We are looking for a professional with hands-on experience in payments, who can develop compliance frameworks, interpret regulatory requirements, and build practical AML/CTF processes that support business growth.
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in Regulatory Compliance and AML/CTF within payment companies, who has practical experience drafting policies, working with regulators, and implementing compliance processes in accordance with Australian legislation.
- Develop and maintain AML/CTF policies, procedures, internal guidelines, and regulatory documentation.
- Ensure the company's payment operations comply with Australian AML/CTF and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary updates to internal processes.
- Participate in the development and continuous improvement of the compliance function.
- Advise internal teams on Regulatory Compliance and AML/CTF matters.
- Prepare documentation for internal and external audits and regulatory reviews.
- Liaise with auditors, legal advisors, and regulatory authorities.
- Proven experience in Regulatory Compliance and/or AML/CTF within a payment company (PSP, EMI, Payments, FinTech).
- Hands-on experience developing AML/CTF policies, procedures, internal guidelines, and compliance documentation.
- Strong understanding of the Australian regulatory framework and AML/CTF requirements for payment institutions.
- Experience working with payment products and payment operations.
- AML certification(s) are required.
- Russian - fluent.
- English - fluent (written and spoken).
- Legal background or extensive experience preparing legally sound documentation will be a strong advantage.
- Candidates currently residing in Australia will be given priority.
- Candidates must have the legal right to work in their country of residence.
- Previous experience working with Australian legislation and regulatory requirements within the payments industry will be a significant advantage.
- Fully remote role.
- Opportunity to join a growing international payments company.
- Direct impact on building and developing the compliance function.
- Dynamic international environment with opportunities for professional growth.