Partner Risk Monitoring Specialist

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

As a Partner Risk Monitoring Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring that Wise adheres to regulatory and compliance requirements. You will be responsible for monitoring Wise Platform partners.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform ongoing monitoring measures applicable to Wise Platform partners in accordance with internal policies and procedures
• Assess customers’ risks and apply risk-based approach methodologies
• Perform ongoing risk monitoring on complex and high-risk customers, document and provide thorough analysis on potential risks and apply appropriate mitigation measures
• Assess the customer’s potential reputational and financial crime risk to Wise from Sanctions, PEP, and adverse media perspective
• Escalate and report compliance concerns to Financial Crime Oversight and other compliance teams where necessary
• Communicate with other internal teams when required to handle escalated or complicated cases
• Provide guidance and responses to daily inquiries from peers, front-line and management regarding case analysis, when appropriate
• Maintain a high understanding of AML/CFT Regulations, KYC/B requirements and how these impact the business, as well as Wise products and Services
• Have a deep understanding of different business models, customer types, country risks and regulatory requirements across multiple geographies

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience, ideally in financial services, compliance roles or at a financial services regulator
• Expertise in compliance risk assessment and monitoring, ensuring thorough understanding and adherence to AML and CTF requirements
• Proven ability to manage risk and provide informed advisory services to enhance Wise’s compliance strategies
• Strong background in quality assurance, ensuring all due diligence documentation meets the necessary standards and is meticulously maintained
• Excellent skills in investigating client profiles and documenting findings clearly and accurately
• Demonstrated capability in effectively managing stakeholder relationships and maintaining resilience in a dynamic environment
• Comprehensive understanding of compliance controls and the ability to apply them effectively in monitoring and advisory processes
• Strong communication skills to convey compliance insights clearly and collaborate effectively with various teams
• Excellent verbal and written English skills (additional language skills are a plus) with the ability to clearly articulate your thoughts