Associate Director, Due Diligence Insights & Analysis
NielsenSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, PaymentsIndustries
Requirements
- Proven experience in a similar Senior Analyst role, preferably with at least 4+ years of relevant experience
- Demonstrable knowledge of Enhanced Due Diligence concepts and processes, and ability to find pragmatic but compliant solutions to complex scenarios
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent mentoring abilities, with a track record of effectiveness
Responsibilities
- Act as the regional Customer Due Diligence specialist for the MENA region
- Be the primary point of escalation for Enhanced Due Diligence reviews, complex issues and questions that analysts encounter during their day-to-day operations. Provide timely and effective resolutions to ensure smooth workflow and optimal outcomes
- Own the relationship with the regional Money Laundering Reporting Officer, ensuring that escalations to second line are of the appropriate standard
- Review and approve escalations and/or decisions made by analysts, ensuring accuracy, adherence to guidelines, and company policies
- Assume responsibility for the MENA portfolio review completion metrics
- Partner with the Underwriting team to solve complex onboarding issues, where nuanced regional Customer Due Diligence specialism is required
- Conduct thorough quality control checks on all reviews, assessments, and reports produced by analysts. Ensure the highest level of accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory standards
- Identify opportunities for process enhancements and efficiency gains within the team, both at regional and global level. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement improvements and optimise workflows
- Represent the team in both internal and external regional audits, and where required global engagements, providing necessary documentation and explanations to auditors. Ensure the team's practices and outputs are in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Lead and manage tactical projects from inception to completion. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, set project timelines, and ensure successful project delivery within defined parameters
- Take responsibility for delivering on special projects as agreed upon by the management or senior leadership. These projects may be ad hoc and require a strategic approach to achieve specific objectives
- Serve as a mentor and coach for analysts, supporting their professional growth and skill development by partnering with the respective Team Leader
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this role remote or office-based?
The role is based in Dubai and requires working with the Risk Operations team there.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What are the key responsibilities for this Senior Analyst role?
Key responsibilities include acting as the MENA Customer Due Diligence specialist, handling escalations for Enhanced Due Diligence, reviewing analyst decisions, partnering with Underwriting, conducting quality checks, identifying process improvements, and representing the team in audits.
What is the company culture like at Checkout.com?
The company culture is fast-moving, performance-obsessed, and driven by continuous improvement, with a global presence across 19 offices on six continents and London as HQ.
What experience makes a strong candidate for this role?
A strong candidate has highly skilled and experienced expertise in Customer Due Diligence, with the ability to mentor colleagues, handle complex escalations, drive process improvements, and represent the team in audits.
Checkout.com
High-performance payments platform for enterprises
About Checkout.com
Checkout.com provides a payments platform that helps businesses process payments, send payouts, and manage card programs. The platform is designed for large enterprises and growing businesses, allowing them to handle high volumes of transactions quickly and reliably. It integrates with clients' existing systems and offers a range of payment services, generating revenue through transaction fees and subscriptions. Unlike many competitors, Checkout.com focuses on providing a comprehensive, cloud-based solution that supports the financial operations of its clients across the globe. The goal of Checkout.com is to streamline payment processes and enhance the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.
London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$1,780.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Work-life balance - Flexible working and plenty of time off to unwind. We’ll even give you your birthday off.
Recognition - Peer recognition program and quarterly Hero Awards. We celebrate success together.
Career development - Tailored career development and learning pathways. We’ll help you unlock your potential.
Celebrating diversity - Internal community groups and cultural events. We celebrate our differences.
Staying healthy - A global wellness programme and private health insurance. We support your wellbeing.
Security for the future - Comprehensive plans for you and your loved ones. We’ll take care of you.
Giving back - Employee-led community outreach, payroll giving and a volunteering day. We care about your causes.
Risks
Checkout.com faces increased competition from emerging fintech startups.
Economic instability in the UK and EU may impact Checkout.com's revenue.
Regulatory scrutiny on data privacy could increase compliance costs.
Differentiation
Checkout.com offers payments in over 150 currencies with in-country acquiring.
The platform integrates fraud filters and reporting through a single API.
Checkout.com supports major international cards and local payment methods.
Upsides
Checkout.com is expanding in Japan, enhancing its global presence.
The partnership with Zing increases digital payment methods and product growth.
Checkout.com launched Octopus for online payments, a first for global PSPs.
Related Jobs
RemoteRemoteCustomer Due Diligence
ColumnSalary not specified
RemoteTechnical Due Diligence Consultant
Carbon DirectSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
RemoteSubject Matter Expert (SME) - Matter Intelligence
Pear VCSalary not specified
- Part Time
- Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
RemoteFinancial Crime Investigator
BinanceSalary not specified
- Full Time
- Junior (1 to 2 years)