About the Client

Our client is a growing fintech company providing innovative payment solutions for international merchants. Operating across regulated and high-risk sectors, the company is committed to maintaining robust AML/CTF compliance standards and operational transparency. The team values ownership, accuracy, and collaboration in safeguarding financial integrity.

Role Overview
As a Transaction Monitoring Team Lead, you will oversee a team of analysts responsible for investigating transactional activity, reviewing alerts, and escalating suspicious cases in accordance with AML and CTF regulations. You will ensure that monitoring processes are efficient, well-documented, and compliant with internal and regulatory standards. This role combines hands-on case oversight with team management, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily transaction monitoring and investigations, ensuring timely review and escalation of suspicious activity.
• Oversee analysis of merchant profiles, ensuring transactions align with declared business models.
• Manage Transaction Monitoring Requests (TMRs) and ensure proper documentation and resolution.
• Lead the preparation and escalation of Internal Suspicious Activity Reports (ISARs).
• Serve as the main escalation point for complex or sensitive cases.
• Prepare regular reports on team performance, monitoring results, and compliance KPIs.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Product teams to improve processes and support audits.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure adherence to audit and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in transaction monitoring or AML roles within the financial or payments industry.
• Previous leadership experience in managing compliance or risk teams.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of AML/CTF frameworks, regulations, and reporting procedures.
• Excellent English communication and reporting skills.
• Proactive, structured, and capable of making informed decisions under pressure.

Key Soft Skills

• Leadership and team development abilities
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Accountability and precision in compliance-related tasks
• Effective cross-departmental collaboration
• High integrity and confidentiality handling of sensitive information

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape and lead the transaction monitoring function in a growing fintech company
• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses
• Transparent and compliance-driven culture
• Professional development and AML certification support
• Collaborative and international work environment
• Flexible working arrangements (remote or hybrid options)

Hiring process

• Introductory call with recruiter
• Interview with Compliance Manager
• Final interview with Senior Leadership

Apply in 2 min to lead a key compliance function and strengthen financial security in a fast-paced fintech environment!