Nium

Global Head of Financial Crime Strategy

London, England, United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a strong understanding of financial crime regulations, including Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing, and sanctions compliance. Experience in developing and implementing financial crime strategy, preferably within the financial services industry, is required, along with a demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

The Global Head of Financial Crime Strategy will lead the development and implementation of the company’s financial crime prevention and detection strategy, collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with regulations and mitigate risk. They will monitor regulatory changes, maintain financial crime systems, deliver training programs, and advise management on financial crime risk mitigation. This role involves managing a high-caliber Financial Crime Compliance team and overseeing the continuous improvement of the FCC program, focusing on supporting the business against money laundering risks and ensuring effective detection of illicit activity.

Skills

Financial Crime Compliance
AML
Money Laundering Risk
Sanctions
Regulatory Compliance
Financial Crime Systems
FCC Program
Automation
Risk Mitigation

Nium

Global platform for real-time payments

About Nium

Nium provides real-time payment solutions that enable businesses to send and receive funds instantly, manage foreign exchange transactions, and prevent fraud. Its platform, powered by a proprietary API, allows banks, fintech companies, and money service businesses to integrate services for efficient cross-border money movement. Nium stands out by offering competitive foreign exchange rates and solutions for corporate purchasing and travel payments. The company's goal is to streamline financial transactions for businesses globally while charging fees for its services.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$305.4MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Hybrid Work Options
Paid Vacation
Performance Bonus
Stock Options
Professional Development Budget
Mental Health Support

Risks

Increased competition from Loop and EQ Bank's multi-currency Global Visa Card.
Regulatory challenges in diverse African markets could impact partnership with Ecobank.
Technological integration issues may arise with Partior's blockchain-based payment system.

Differentiation

Nium offers real-time cross-border payments, enhancing speed and efficiency for businesses.
The company provides a proprietary API for seamless integration into existing business systems.
Nium's platform supports multiple payment schemes, including Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club.

Upsides

Partnership with Ecobank expands Nium's reach to 35 African markets, boosting market presence.
Collaboration with Partior enhances transaction transparency and speed via blockchain technology.
Launch of Diners Club International Card increases flexibility for travel industry customers.

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