Senior Program Manager – AML and Sanctions Compliance

Visa Inc.; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead AML and Sanctions Compliance initiatives within their Money Movement Solutions team. This hybrid role will involve managing projects that support compliance standards, developing training materials, and collaborating with various compliance functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of AML/KYC regulations and sanctions compliance, alongside excellent communication and project management skills. Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will drive compliance and risk management efforts in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in AML and Sanctions compliance.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of the MMS Advisory AML and Sanctions program.
• Collaborate with Compliance functions to enhance controls and tools.
• Create training materials for the MMS Compliance Advisory function.

Skills

AML/KYC knowledge

Sanctions compliance

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Senior Program Manager – AML and Sanctions Compliance

The Senior Program Manager – AML and Sanctions Compliance – Money Movement Solutions will be a key member of the Global AML & Sanctions Compliance team.This charter is inclusive of managing projects and programs to support AML and Sanctions policy standards, engagement models, establishing training and communications content and cadence, developing a library of collateral for internal and external constituents, and providing support for global and regional efforts.The role-holder should be able to communicate clearly regarding the platform’s risk and compliance features. Knowledge of global industry and regulatory trends in the areas of AML/KYC, sanctions, and risk scoring will be critical as will experience in building solutions and processes to manage these. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently towards an agreed strategy and results and be effective in a dynamic, matrixed environment under demanding timelines.

The Details

• Leading the management of MMS Advisory AML and Sanctions program, Standards, Procedures, Advisory framework documents (methodology, advisory templates).Leading the MMS Client Acceptance Forum
• Collaborating with Compliance functions across MMS entities to establish enhanced controls, tools, and compliance monitoring rules
• Working with Compliance functions across MMS entities to create and manage Global MI reporting including global and regional KPIs and MBRs
• Owning and leading projects across MMS related to the overall growth and development of the MMS Compliance Advisory Program
• Keeping abreast of regulatory and corporate governance developments affecting payments
• Creating and developing training materials across the MMS Compliance Advisory function including global and regional specific materials
• Training first line Business partners across MMS to raise awareness of the MMS Compliance Advisory function
• Overseeing work streams to build business cases, business user requirements, and functional specifications across the MMS Advisory function
• Identifying and undertaking ad hoc strategic MMS projects and executing on key initiatives, including addressing any gaps in product features and functionality
• Implementing Program elements across MMS Compliance Advisory

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Basic Qualifications

• 4 years of experience with a bachelor's degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Sound knowledge on AML/ATF typologies
• Experience with sanctions compliance and identifying sanctions risk
• Good understanding of core pillars of effective AML, ATF and client due diligence programs and appropriate legislation
• Experience in regulatory Compliance, including direct work with different regulatory authorities is essential
• Experience designing and managing AML & Sanctions related product features and development
• Ability to effectively collaborate and influence to lead cross-functional stakeholders
• Fast learner and critical thinker, ability to interpret rules and policies and clearly articulate applicability to programs
• Strong communication skills (verbal and visual) with an ability to explain complex compliance, business and technical concepts to broad audiences in an approachable way
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects/ initiatives to conclusion through multi-functional teams

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.