Global AML/CTF Compliance Leader

Airwallex; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Airwallex is seeking an AML/CTF specialist to join the Regulatory & Compliance team. You will translate complex regulations into practical, risk-based policies and work with Product, Data, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance to implement controls.

Based in San Francisco or New York, you will help govern the global anti‑money laundering and sanctions programs while supporting examinations and regulatory inquiries, ensuring compliant growth across markets.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in AML/CTF, financial crime compliance, or related risk function.
• Deep understanding of AML/CTF laws across jurisdictions.
• Experience with onboarding, transaction monitoring, screening, or sanctions controls.
• Ability to assess complex customer profiles and cross-border flows.
• Strong written communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Global AML/CTF policy framework across defense lines.
• Translate regulatory expectations into risk-based policies and controls.
• Collaborate with Product, Data, Engineering, Operations and Compliance teams.
• Support regulatory examinations, bank inquiries, and audits; prepare governance materials.
• Maintain program registers and remediation governance across the global program.

Skills

AML/CTF knowledge

Regulatory experience

Customer risk assessment

Due diligence

Transaction monitoring

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Education

CAMS credential

Job description

Airwallex is seeking an AML/CTF specialist to join the Regulatory & Compliance team. You will translate complex regulations into practical, risk-based policies and work with Product, Data, Engineering, Operations, and Compliance to implement controls.

Based in San Francisco or New York, you will help govern the global anti‑money laundering and sanctions programs while supporting examinations and regulatory inquiries, ensuring compliant growth across markets.