FinCrime Risk Manager (AML/CTF)

Revolut Ltd; Ciudad de México; Hybrid; MXN 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial benefits

Work from home or abroad

Revolut Metal subscription

Year-round events

Job summary

Revolut Ltd is seeking a Risk Manager (AML) to oversee FinCrime operations in Mexico. You will design scalable AML controls, advise on new products and jurisdictions, and support audits with clear frameworks.

The role requires a proactive, stakeholder-focused approach, with attention to regulatory risk and customer impact. 7+ years of AML SME experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and a track record in remediation are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years as an AML SME in risk advisory or first line of defence.
• AML advisory across retail, business banking or fintech products.
• Knowledge of AML typologies, regulatory requirements and control frameworks.
• Experience in risk assessments, gap analysis and remediation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust AML controls aligned with regulatory needs across markets.
• Provide AML advisory on new products, jurisdictions and features; identify risks early.
• Support audit/regulatory engagements with clear control framework articulation.
• Perform control testing and QA to verify AML control effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations and Compliance to ensure effective controls.
• Identify control issues affecting customers and recommend improvements.
• Maintain AML MI dashboards and governance documentation.

Skills

AML expertise

Risk advisory

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional

Job description

People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 80+ million customers get more from their money every day.

As we continue our lightning-fast growth, 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work™. So far, we have 13,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.

About the role

Financial Crime Operations is at the forefront of Revolut’s efforts to keep customers and their money safe. Team members work directly with customers to resolve issues and flag potential concerns. Using cutting-edge technology and sharp attention to detail, they help prevent financial crime and keep trust at the core of Revolut.

We’re looking for a Risk Manager (AML) to oversee FinCrime operations in Mexico. You'll bring deep 1LoD experience in anti-money laundering and provide hands‑on advisory, control testing, and guidance to cross‑functional teams.

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What you’ll be doing

• Designing and implementing robust AML controls aligned with regulatory requirements and scalable across global markets
• Providing AML advisory on new products, jurisdictions, and features, ensuring risks are understood and mitigated early
• Supporting audit and regulatory engagements through clear articulation of control frameworks
• Performing control testing and quality assurance to validate the design and operating effectiveness of key AML controls
• Partnering with Product, Operations, and Compliance teams to ensure AML controls are effective, measurable, and customer‑centric
• Enhancing customer outcomes by identifying control issues that may cause detriment (e.g., inappropriate off‑boarding or transaction blocks), and recommending improvements
• Maintaining AML MI dashboards and documentation to support internal governance and external transparency

What you’ll need

• 7+ years of experience as an anti‑money laundering SME in a risk advisory or control team within the first line of defence
• A proven track record of AML advisory across both retail and business banking or fintech products
• In‑depth knowledge of AML typologies, regulatory requirements, and control frameworks
• Experience conducting risk assessments, identifying control gaps, and driving remediation
• An understanding of modern financial products, including crypto and investment products, and their associated risks
• A proactive and pragmatic mindset with solid communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders across departments

Building a global financial super app isn’t enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that’s why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We’re not just doing this because it’s the right thing to do. We’re doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That’s why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard‑working team.

Get what you need to succeed

• Financial benefits that show we value your work
• Flexibility to work from home, the office, or abroad
• A Revolut Metal subscription loaded with perks
• Exciting events year-round so you can get to know your team