Senior Manager - FCU

Saison International; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,200,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Saison International seeks a Senior Manager to lead the Financial Crime Unit in Hyderabad, overseeing investigations into money laundering, fraud, and terrorist financing. You will ensure regulatory compliance, file SARs/STRs, and guide a team of investigators to mitigate risk and safeguard assets.

The role requires 7–10 years in financial crime with at least 3 years in leadership, a CAMS or CFE being desirable, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Finance, Law, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 7–10 years in financial crime investigation, AML compliance, or forensic accounting, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Design, implement, and improve Financial Crime Unit policies and frameworks.
• Investigation Management: Oversee complex financial crime investigations ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure timely SAR/STR filings and other regulatory submissions.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing financial crime team.
• Risk Mitigation & Reporting: Identify trends, conduct risk assessments, and present insights to leadership.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and law enforcement as needed.

Skills

AML investigations

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Risk assessment

Regulatory reporting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

AML monitoring tools

SAR/STR systems

Job description

Job Summary We are seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Manager - Financial Crime Unit (FCU) to oversee and strengthen our financial crime prevention and detection frameworks. In this pivotal leadership role, you will be responsible for managing investigations into money laundering, fraud, terrorist financing, and other illicit financial activities. You will lead a team of dedicated specialists, ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards, mitigating organizational risk, and safeguarding the company's integrity and assets. Key Responsibilities \\* \\*\\*Strategic Leadership:\\*\\* Design, implement, and continuously improve the organization’s Financial Crime Unit policies, procedures, and monitoring frameworks. \\* \\*\\*Investigation Management:\\*\\* Oversee complex financial crime investigations, ensuring they are conducted thoroughly, ethically, and in accordance with regulatory requirements. \\* \\*\\*Regulatory Compliance:\\*\\* Ensure timely and accurate filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) / Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other mandatory regulatory filings. \\* \\*\\*Team Leadership:\\*\\* Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of financial crime analysts and investigators, fostering a culture of continuous learning and vigilance. \\* \\*\\*Risk Mitigation & Reporting:\\*\\* Identify emerging financial crime trends, conduct regular risk assessments, and present comprehensive compliance reports and actionable insights to senior leadership. \\* \\*\\*Cross-Functional Collaboration:\\*\\* Partner with Legal, Compliance, Risk Management, and external law enforcement agencies to address potential threats and resolve complex cases. Qualifications and Requirements \\* \\*\\*Education:\\*\\* Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred. \\* \\*\\*Experience:\\*\\* Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in financial crime investigation, AML compliance, or forensic accounting, with at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role. \\* \\*\\*Certifications:\\*\\* Professional certification such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is highly desirable. \\* \\*\\*Technical Skills:\\*\\* Deep understanding of AML/CFT regulations, Sanctions compliance, and hands-on experience with financial crime monitoring and detection technologies. \\* \\*\\*Analytical & Communication Skills:\\*\\* Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting to executive stakeholders and regulators.