Senior Manager of Compliance & Risk (Fintech & Payments)

HorizonFlare Technology Limited; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company based in Ontario is seeking a Compliance & Risk Manager to develop compliance frameworks and lead risk management strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in compliance and a strong knowledge of Canadian financial regulations. This hybrid role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure regulatory alignment and effective risk management.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory affairs.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian financial regulations, including AML, FINTRAC.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and conducting audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compliance frameworks to meet regulatory requirements.
• Lead risk management strategies to mitigate various risks.
• Oversee KYC, AML, and fraud prevention programs.

Skills

Compliance frameworks

Risk management

Regulatory alignment

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

Department: Compliance & Risk Management

Location: Hybrid – GTA, Ontario, Canada

Reports to: Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compliance frameworks to ensure HorizonFlare adheres to FINTRAC, Bank of Canada, and other regulatory requirements.
• Lead risk management strategies to mitigate financial, operational, and cybersecurity risks.
• Oversee KYC, AML, and fraud prevention programs, ensuring best-in-class security and regulatory compliance.
• Establish relationships with regulators, auditors, and financial institutions to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Conduct internal audits, compliance training, and policy development.
• Monitor and respond to regulatory changes, adapting compliance strategies as needed.
• Work closely with legal, finance, and product teams to ensure risk and compliance considerations are embedded in business processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory affairs within fintech, banking, or payments.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian financial regulations, including AML, FINTRAC, and MSB licensing.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and conducting audits.
• Ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.