Senior Assurance Manager at Remitly

Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines

Remitly Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk, or related discipline—or equivalent practical experience
  • 7+ years of experience in compliance assurance, internal audit, risk testing, or regulatory consulting in financial services or fintech
  • Expertise in global regulatory environments, including AML/CTF, OFAC/sanctions, consumer protection, safeguarding, and transaction monitoring
  • Proven ability to deliver enterprise-wide assurance in complex, ambiguous environments, including regulatory transformation or expansion scenarios
  • Demonstrated leadership in designing, testing, and advising on controls across distributed systems and cross-functional teams
  • Advanced communication skills with a track record of influencing senior stakeholders and synthesizing risk insights into clear, actionable recommendations
  • High ownership mindset and bias for strategic execution; able to set vision and guide others in ambiguous or high-stakes environments
  • Preferred: experience working with international regulatory bodies (e.g., FCA, BaFin, MAS) or in global markets with high-risk jurisdiction exposure

Responsibilities

  • Lead and guide enterprise-level assurance projects across AML, sanctions, consumer protection, safeguarding, and regulatory reporting domains, ensuring relevance, completeness, and alignment to Remitly’s risk appetite
  • Apply subject matter expertise to advise on control design, risk mitigation strategies, and testing methodologies in high-risk, high-impact areas
  • Evaluate complex, non-standardized processes and global control environments to deliver principled, forward-looking assurance insights
  • Influence the evolution of GCIT’s testing framework and methodology through strategic input, innovation, and application of best practices
  • Build and maintain formal cross-functional partnerships with senior stakeholders; align testing scope and findings to broader risk, audit, and compliance priorities
  • Provide leadership and guidance to peers and junior team members, mentoring others and uplifting team craft standards
  • Represent GCIT in regulatory engagements, internal audit interactions, and executive discussions, communicating risk findings with credibility and clarity
  • Drive adoption of scalable assurance practices that embed risk intelligence into Remitly’s global operations

Skills

AML
Sanctions
Consumer Protection
Safeguarding
Regulatory Reporting
Compliance Testing
Control Design
Risk Mitigation
Internal Audit

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$423.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend
Office Culture
Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves
DEI Learning Opportunities
Community Engagement
Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.
AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.
The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.
Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.
AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.
Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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