Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer

Position Type :

Full time

Type Of Hire :

Experienced (relevant combo of work and education)

Education Desired :

Bachelor of Business Administration

Are you curious, motivated, and forward-thinking? Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, passionate and above all fun.

About the role:

The Deputy MLRO supports the MLRO in managing the financial crime compliance framework and acts as a key senior leader within the Financial Crime Compliance team. This role provides day-to-day oversight of AML operations and deputises for the MLRO where required, ensuring continuity of regulatory compliance and effective financial crime risk management.

What you will be doing:

• Support the MLRO in the oversight, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the financial crime compliance programme.

• Act as deputy to the MLRO, assuming responsibilities in their absence including engagement with regulators and internal leadership.

• Oversee day-to-day financial crime compliance operations including training, communications, policy implementation, process enhancement and compliance, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, fraud management, investigations, and suspicious activity reporting processes.

• Review and challenge SAR/STR decisions and ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Support the preparation of governance reports, risk assessments, and management information for senior stakeholders.

• Assist in regulatory audits, inspections, and remediation activities.

• Help maintain financial crime policies, procedures, and internal controls aligned with FIS standards and regulatory obligations.

• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to operational teams and business stakeholders.

• Promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation.

• Contribute to risk assessments and monitoring of emerging financial crime risks.

What you bring:

• Significant experience in AML, financial crime compliance, or regulatory compliance within wealth management and securities financial services.

• Experience in a senior AML role (e.g., AML Manager, Financial Crime Manager, or similar), with exposure to MLRO-level responsibilities.

• Strong understanding of AML/CFT/Sanctions/Fraud/Anti - Bribery regulations, including transaction monitoring, SAR reporting, and KYC frameworks.

• Experience supporting regulatory interactions and audits is highly desirable.

• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with attention to detail and sound judgment.

• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, regulated environment and manage competing priorities.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, CGSS) preferred.

What we offer you:

• A multifaceted job with a high degree of responsibility and a broad spectrum of opportunities

• A modern, international work environment and a dedicated and motivated team

• A broad range of professional education and personal development possibilities - FIS is your final career step!

• A competitive salary and benefits

• A variety of career development tools, resources and opportunities

• The chance to work on some of the most challenging, relevant issues in financial services & technology Statement

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