Head of Financial Crime & AML/CTF Strategy

Dojo; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dojo is seeking a Head of Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorist Financing to lead the financial crime programme for Ireland and the EEA. This PCF‑52 role is ideal for an established MLRO or a high‑performing Deputy MLRO ready to advance.

You will partner with PIL leadership to strengthen compliance while supporting business growth. You will manage regulatory relationships, conduct risk assessments, and drive training and governance across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building and testing AML/CTF and sanctions programs.
• Strong knowledge of Irish and EEA financial crime regimes.
• Ability to communicate with regulators and executive teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, scale, and oversee a risk‑based Financial Crime Programme aligned with Irish/EEA expectations.
• Act as primary contact for Central Bank of Ireland and FIUs, managing inspections and reviews.
• Provide data‑driven reporting to PIL board on financial crime risks and regulatory trends.
• Deliver targeted training to raise regulatory awareness across the business.
• Oversee annual AML/CTF risk assessments and monitoring program effectiveness.
• Collaborate to embed PIL’s Three Lines of Defence model.

Skills

Financial Crime

Regulatory Knowledge

Operational Experience

Stakeholder Influence

Analytical Mindset

Integrity & Fairness

Job description

Dojo is seeking a Head of Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorist Financing to lead the financial crime programme for Ireland and the EEA. This PCF‑52 role is ideal for an established MLRO or a high‑performing Deputy MLRO ready to advance.

You will partner with PIL leadership to strengthen compliance while supporting business growth. You will manage regulatory relationships, conduct risk assessments, and drive training and governance across the organisation.