Compliance and Risk Manager

Skills

About the Role

You will spearhead the compliance function of WadzPay's practices, working under the direct supervision of the Group's Head of Compliance. You will partner closely with senior business and operational leaders to strengthen operations and products, drive the strategy of compliance and risk management, and serve as the point of contact with regulators across multiple jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in compliance roles within the financial services sector, preferably with exposure to payment and virtual asset spaces
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Law, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required
• Proven ability to work with global teams in setting appropriate compliance programs
• Broad understanding of regulatory requirements pertinent to regulated activities of virtual assets, such as broker/dealer, custody services and settlement and transfer
• Extensive knowledge of laws and regulations in leading virtual asset regulatory jurisdictions and relevant experience liaising with regulators such as FSCA, MiCA, MAS or FSRA
• Proficiency in drafting internal policies and procedures in adherence to regulatory requirements
• Specialist knowledge in relevant regulatory topics including financial crimes, ethics, marketing, outsourcing, conflicts of interest, and risk management
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Ability to perform independently or collaboratively under pressure
• Excellent leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Stay updated with the latest regulatory changes and craft and implement a dynamic compliance programme
• Build and update internal manuals, policies and procedures in adherence to regulatory requirements
• Design and implement an overall risk management process and conduct regular risk assessments
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulators in multiple countries
• Manage and coordinate licence application processes in different countries, developing necessary materials and addressing queries
• Prepare and submit detailed quarterly compliance reports to the Board
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory reporting obligations and responsiveness to regulatory engagements
• Coordinate with teams to handle escalations and Suspicious Transactions Reporting (STR) / Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR)
• Perform regulatory and AML risk assessments to reinforce internal controls
• Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) of the Company
• Conduct regular AML / CTF training for all staff