Compliance Senior Manager

We are seeking a driven and high-energy individual to join our EU FinCrime Compliance Monitoring & Testing (CMT) team as a Senior Manager. In this role, you will work closely with our EU CMT Lead to create, manage, and execute EU-focused FinCrime monitoring and testing programs that protect Wise and our customers from financial crime.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the EU CMT Lead to define annual review plans and ensure their timely execution.
• Support the Lead with regular management and board-level reporting on key findings, trends, and risk levels.
• Lead control reviews end-to-end, from scoping to reporting, and issue validation work, ensuring the team follows methodologies and best practices.
• Oversee the execution of monitoring activities over key FinCrime risks, identifying compliance gaps and actionable insights.
• Provide guidance and training to junior CMT team members on an ongoing basis.
• Work closely with key senior stakeholders from all three Lines of Defense to ensure effective delivery of CMT reviews.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrable experience (>8 years) conducting and leading assurance reviews & issue validation work within Compliance, Financial Crime, Risk, or Audit functions.
• Strong knowledge of Financial Crime regulations, testing methodologies, and risk assessment frameworks, particularly in relation to EU rules and global compliance requirements.
• Experience managing a small team, prioritizing work to meet deadlines, and coaching junior team members.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in law, finance, or related fields. Relevant certifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA) are preferred.

Why Join Wise?

• Make an Impact – Directly influence Wise's FinCrime strategy, protecting customers globally and shaping the evolution of our compliance framework.
• Career Growth – Immerse yourself in a fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn, develop, and grow alongside some of the brightest in the industry.
• Collaborative Culture – Join a diverse team that thrives on innovation, passionate about driving lasting change in international finance.
• Great Perks – From stock options to private medical insurance, and from flexible working to generous parental leave, we've got you covered.