Head of Compliance and AML/CTF Officer

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Square Full time

About the Role

Square is seeking a highly experienced Head of Compliance and AML/CTF Officer to join our team in the UK. As a key member of our global Compliance team, you will drive the implementation of compliance controls, processes, and operations under regulatory and AML/CTF programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement AML and financial crime processes, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitate risk-based Know Your Customer and Transaction Monitoring programs to detect unusual activity and investigate suspicious transactions.
  • Build relationships with relevant authorities, payment schemes, and regulators to ensure compliance with the latest financial crime trends.
  • Oversee the operations of the UK Compliance team, including training, capacity planning, and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
  • Work with Compliance leads to provide strategic planning, organizational structure, focus areas, and quarterly goals and key results.
  • Prepare reports to senior management and the Board of Directors to communicate compliance issues and escalate high-risk matters.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in a complex financial services firm or related e-money/payments industry, with experience operating at a Head of Compliance, MLRO, or Deputy MLRO level.
  • 5+ years of people management experience.
  • Operational knowledge in building and running a sound compliance program, with hands-on knowledge of regulatory requirements for the UK.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior management and third-party stakeholders.
  • Ability to build collaborative working relations with peers, colleagues, and remote-based teams.

About Square

Square is a global technology company with a focus on financial services. We build tools to help more people access the economy. Our mission is to make commerce easy and accessible to everyone, and we're committed to creating a more inclusive economy.

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