Director of FIU and AML Operations
About the Company
Join an internationally renowned financial technology (FinTech) company at the forefront of the financial services industry.
About the Role
We are looking for a dynamic Director of FIU and AML Operations to spearhead the establishment and leadership of our Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU). This key position involves building and managing FIU operations, which include alert generation, queue management, and investigative workflow. We seek a leader with a robust background in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), FIU, or compliance operations, ideally within the fintech or payments sector. The right candidate will have a proven history in workforce management and investigative functions.
The Director will oversee Level 2 investigations, ensuring that casework is timely and of the highest quality while implementing processes to efficiently balance workloads across a growing team. A critical aspect of this role involves direct engagement with regulators and law enforcement, making prior experience in government or regulatory liaison functions highly desirable.
The ideal candidate will possess at least 12 years of relevant experience, demonstrating a strong ability to drive continuous improvements in efficiency, scalability, and alert management. Exceptional leadership and communication skills are essential, along with the capability to thrive in fast-paced environments backed by a solid investigative background. Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English is strongly preferred. You will collaborate with global AML leadership, recruit, mentor, and develop a talented team of 10-15 professionals, serving as the primary liaison with regulators and law enforcement, effectively acting as the external face of FIU operations.
Travel Percent
Less than 10%
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