Nium

Head - Compliance Operations

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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

Requirements

Candidates must possess at least 10 years of experience in senior compliance roles within regulated companies, demonstrating robust knowledge of KYB/KYC, AML/CFT, and Sanctions. Experience managing and leading teams is essential, as is a good understanding of the global Payments/Fintech industry. Preferred certifications include ACAMS, CRCM, or ICA. Experience with correspondent banking, banking as a service, and Financial Institution clients is required, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to identify risks, control gaps, and inefficiencies, see the bigger picture, challenge the status quo, and define scalable processes is crucial.

Responsibilities

The Head of Compliance Operations is responsible for ensuring all compliance activities meet internal and external standards within agreed SLAs, managing staffing levels for demand, and utilizing projection tools to predict future volumes. This role involves leading the engagement, selection, and management of third-party providers for compliance operations, defining and adhering to escalation points for the 2nd line and Senior Management, and leading new product and jurisdiction reviews. Key duties include identifying control gaps, implementing enhancements, building and maintaining compliance Quality Checking (QC) and testing activities, and issuing internal reports on quality and performance. The Head will also develop and improve operational policies and procedures, facilitate external audits and exams, support bank partner requests, conduct operational reporting, and assist in streamlining compliance processes through automation and technology. Additionally, they will manage and contribute to global Compliance Committees and participate in compliance or business-driven projects.

Skills

Compliance Operations
AML
Fraud Detection
Sanctions Screening
PEP Screening
Negative News Screening
Quality Assurance
Client Onboarding
Regulatory Requirements
Risk Management
SLAs
Staffing Management
Vendor Management

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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