About the Client
Our client is a growing international fintech company with operations across Europe, the UK, and Asia. Built on a solid financial foundation and a culture of collaboration, the company provides modern businesses with access to card payments, FX, and banking services through a single streamlined platform. By connecting these essential services, they empower digital-first companies to expand efficiently, operate securely, and remain fully compliant in a fast-changing regulatory landscape.

Role Overview
We are seeking a Head of AML who will lead the company’s anti-money laundering and financial crime compliance framework. This role will focus on building robust policies, ensuring compliance with Latvian and EU regulations, and acting as the central contact point for both internal teams and regulators. The successful candidate will play a key role in protecting the business from financial crime while enabling its sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the company’s AML/CTF/sanctions framework and ensure appropriate human, financial, and technical resources are in place.

• Develop, update, and deliver annual AML/CTF/sanctions training across the organization.

• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes in Latvia and the EU to ensure internal systems remain compliant and effective.

• Provide regular reports to the Board regarding the company’s risk profile and internal control environment.

• Maintain and improve AML/CTF/sanctions procedures, ensuring they are practical, up to date, and consistently applied.

• Identify and close any gaps in the internal control framework.

• Act as the first point of contact for suspicious activity reports, ensuring timely escalation and resolution.

• Advise and support employees to ensure adherence to AML/CTF/sanctions obligations and regulatory standards.

• Anticipate new and emerging financial crime risks, keeping the company well-prepared to respond.

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven AML/CTF compliance experience, ideally within fintech, payments, or financial services.

• Strong understanding of AML/CTF/sanctions regulations in Latvia and across the EU.

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement AML frameworks, policies, and training.

• Experience liaising with regulators and managing audits or supervisory reviews.

• Excellent communication skills in English; other languages are a plus.

Key Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate complex regulatory matters clearly and effectively.

• Integrity, accountability, and a proactive approach.

What We Offer

• A leadership role with high visibility and impact.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity to build and shape AML practices in a scaling international fintech.

• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.

• Flexible working arrangements.
  
  
  If you’re a seasoned AML professional eager to take on a leadership role in a dynamic fintech environment, we’d love to hear from you