Senior AML Investigations Lead

Adyen; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exchange program

Weekly happy hour

Delicious healthy lunches

Phantom share package

Yearly trip to Amsterdam

Paid holidays

Work from home opportunities

Job summary

Adyen in Amsterdam is seeking an experienced AML Compliance professional to lead the AML Investigations team within the Second Line. This role focuses on conducting high‑quality AML investigations and submitting SARs to local FIUs while shaping a scalable SAR program.

You will drive strategic transformation, collaborate with First Line AML and Fraud operations, and provide insights into SAR trends and management reporting. HR leadership duties include coaching a motivated, skilled team.

Qualifications

• EU AML/CFT regulatory landscape knowledge and best practices.
• Proven track record in AML Compliance with multi-jurisdiction exposure.
• 7+ years in AML Compliance with leadership experience.
• Strong organizational skills and project delivery from conception to launch.
• Motivates and mentors a growing team to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead AML Compliance Investigations team and support First Line AML and Fraud operations.
• Submit SAR reports to local FIUs and maintain SAR program oversight.
• Drive end-to-end AML investigations process improvements and efficiency.
• Develop and deliver reporting on Financial Crime trends for the organization.
• Maintain relationships with regulators, FIUs and internal stakeholders.
• Enable control testing and periodic internal audits of SAR processes.
• HR responsible leader: coach and mentor team members.

Skills

AML Compliance

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulator liaison

Reporting frameworks

Project management

Transformational leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Adyen in Amsterdam is seeking an experienced AML Compliance professional to lead the AML Investigations team within the Second Line. This role focuses on conducting high‑quality AML investigations and submitting SARs to local FIUs while shaping a scalable SAR program.

You will drive strategic transformation, collaborate with First Line AML and Fraud operations, and provide insights into SAR trends and management reporting. HR leadership duties include coaching a motivated, skilled team.