What's the role about

Paysend is hiring! We are looking for a talented Fincrime Risk Manager to become a valued member of our team. As a Fincrime Risk Manager, you will play a pivotal role in formulating and executing fincrime prevention strategies tailored specifically for the US and Canadian markets. Collaborating with a dynamic international team, you will be instrumental in safeguarding our mission to facilitate seamless and secure money transfers. Join us in our pursuit of simplifying financial transactions while ensuring the highest level of integrity and trust for our customers.

What you’ll be doing

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement strategies to detect, prevent, and mitigate fraud and financial crimes in the US and globally across all business operations.
• Conduct regular risk and control assessments to identify the Company’s vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance risk management awareness andensure compliance with the relevant policies and procedures
• Investigate suspected cases of fraud or financial misconduct, gather evidence, and recommend appropriate disciplinary or legal actions.
• Monitor  industry trends and regulatory developments to update and improve fraud and fincrime prevention strategies.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on risk incidents, fraud and fincrime trends, and risk assessments to senior management.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on risk management and fraud and fincrime awareness, prevention techniques, and reporting protocols.
• Liaise with law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and external auditors during investigations and audits.
• Develop and maintain the Company’s risk management policies and procedures.
• Facilitate the Company’s risk appetite development, approval, and performance.
• Prepare and deliver risk management updates to the Board of Directors.
• Support risk management efforts across Paysend Group as necessary.

What you’ll need to be successful in the role

• 5+ years of experience in the US money transmitter fraud prevention, financial crime risk management, or related fields. Experience in cross border money remittances and card payments, including card payment fraud and fincrime prevention, is mandatory.
•  Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., Certified Fraud Examiner or Financial Crime Risk
  Manager) preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of fraud and fincrime prevention techniques and applicable regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and work independently under pressure.
• Google suites, other standard office software
• Risk management and assessment proficiency
• Fluent English

Desired Skills/Competencies/Experiences:

• Specific skills, traits and competencies that will be beneficial for this role
• Experience of building and maintaining the risk management framework in a fintech
• Excellent understanding of Paysend business