Group MLRO

Job Description And Responsibilities

As the CCO Group MLRO for Currencycloud, you will play a pivotal role in Visa’s Global Ethics and Compliance team to steer our compliance strategy and ensure a robust framework in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape across EU, AP, CEMEA, LAC and NA regions.

You’ll oversee diverse responsibilities including but not limited to compliance management and oversight of regional or country-specific entities, global Currencycloud policy and rules alignment, compliance technology approvals, team management, board and regulatory reporting, and regulatory analyses. You will be expected to be a thought leader and subject matter expert. Plus, you’ll actively manage and contribute to projects as needed, showcasing dynamic leadership in driving strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities 

Provide vision and strategic direction for the Currencycloud compliance function, develop and execute a forward-thinking compliance strategy, aligned with the broader Visa Money Movement Solutions vision and overall Visa Global Ethics and Compliance approach, providing strategic insights to navigate complex regulatory challenges. Spearhead the development and refinement of compliance policies and procedures, adapting to regulatory changes. Advocate on behalf of Currencycloud and its customers, working closely with Money Movement business and development teams in order to ensure the underlying process/technology compliance with current and future regulatory initiatives. Drive a culture of compliance through targeted training initiatives across all areas of compliance and the business, instilling a sense of responsibility and awareness across all levels of the organisation. Serve as Currencycloud compliance representative with internal and external stakeholders and regulatory bodies, timely providing necessary documentation and responding to compliance related inquiries. Oversee internal investigations into compliance matters and develop robust remediation plans where required. Collaborate seamlessly across Currencycloud departments, regions, and other Visa companies to integrate compliance requirements into business processes, working closely with risk and other stakeholders to address complex compliance challenges. Lead second line compliance activities across Currencycloud globally, ensuring AML/CFT compliance efforts, implementing policies and controls to comply with applicable sanctions requirements and mitigate money laundering and counter-terrorist financing risk including disclosure.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Chief Compliance Officer within the Banking or Payments industry, including Correspondent Banking, Fintechs, Foreign Exchange, and multiple jurisdictions is desirable. Deep knowledge of financial regulations, AML/CFT requirements and compliance practices, with the ability to make decisions independently. Leadership prowess, demonstrated by successful team building and strategy implementation. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Agility to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic regulatory environment. Experience of working within a highly regulated environment is required. Minimum 15 years of demonstrable experience in the financial industry. Bachelor’s degree advanced degree preferred. Professional certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or equivalent preferred.

Additional Information

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

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