Senior Program Manager – AML and Sanctions Compliance

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Program Manager for AML and Sanctions Compliance in London. This hybrid role involves managing compliance projects, collaborating with teams, and developing training materials to enhance compliance awareness. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and experience in AML/KYC regulations.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience with a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Managing MMS Advisory AML and Sanctions program and standards.
• Leading the MMS Client Acceptance Forum.
• Developing training materials for the MMS Compliance Advisory team.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Senior Program Manager – AML and Sanctions Compliance, London

Client: Visa

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 429b97e72c07

Job Views: 4

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description

The Senior Program Manager – AML and Sanctions Compliance – Money Movement Solutions will be a key member of the Global AML & Sanctions Compliance team. This role involves managing projects and programs to support AML and Sanctions policy standards, engagement models, establishing training and communication content, and developing collateral for internal and external stakeholders. The role requires clear communication regarding the platform’s risk and compliance features, with knowledge of industry and regulatory trends in AML/KYC, sanctions, and risk scoring, and experience in building solutions to manage these areas. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently towards strategic goals in a dynamic, matrixed environment under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

1. Managing MMS Advisory AML and Sanctions program, standards, procedures, and advisory frameworks.
2. Leading the MMS Client Acceptance Forum.
3. Collaborating with Compliance across MMS entities to establish controls, tools, and monitoring rules.
4. Creating and managing global MI reporting, including KPIs and MBRs.
5. Leading projects related to the growth and development of MMS Compliance Advisory Program.
6. Monitoring regulatory and governance developments affecting payments.
7. Developing training materials for the MMS Compliance Advisory team.
8. Training business partners to raise awareness of compliance functions.
9. Overseeing work streams to build business cases and functional specifications.
10. Executing strategic projects to address product gaps and functionality.
11. Implementing program elements across MMS Compliance Advisory.

This is a hybrid position. Days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience with a bachelor's degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of AML/ATF typologies.
• Experience with sanctions compliance and risk identification.
• Understanding of AML, ATF, and client due diligence programs and legislation.
• Experience working with regulatory authorities.
• Designing and managing AML & Sanctions product features.
• Ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Additional Information

Visa is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. Visa also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with EEOC guidelines and local laws.