Senior Manager, Compliance & Onboarding - FINTECH

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manager, Compliance & Onboarding to join a leading fintech company that is revolutionising the payments industry in Canada. This role is integral to the company's commitment to providing the highest standards of security and risk management that support seamless payments and rich data.

Senior Manager, Compliance & Onboarding

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manager, Compliance & Onboarding to join a leading fintech company that is revolutionising the payments industry in Canada. This role is integral to the company's commitment to providing the highest standards of security and risk management that support seamless payments and rich data. As part of the First Line of Defence, you will play a critical role in ensuring adherence to internal regulatory compliance frameworks and relevant regulatory requirements.

What you'll do:

Your role will be pivotal in driving process efficiencies and contributing to the operationalisation of the Three Lines of Defence Model. You will lead a team to conduct risk-based due diligence assessments, develop and refine onboarding procedures, and work closely with internal stakeholders to mitigate financial crime risks such as money laundering, terrorist financing, and (Economic) sanctions exposure. Your strong regulatory knowledge will be key in ensuring that controls are effectively implemented as defined by the Second Line of Defence.

• Oversee the end-to-end regulatory onboarding process for corporate clients
• Draft and refine procedures and process documentation to ensure seamless application and execution of internal controls
• Provide mentorship and oversight to sales, fostering a culture of compliance excellence and continuous improvement
• Act as a liaison between the First Line of Defence and the Second Line of Defence to ensure clarity and alignment of risk management expectations
• Provide training and guidance to First Line of Defence staff on financial crime compliance and risk management practices
• Support the development and execution of First Line of Defence controls related to AML/ATF, (Economic) sanctions, ensuring effective onboarding risk mitigation
• Hybrid: 1 to 2 days per week in the office.

What you bring:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in KYC/AML/ATF, regulatory onboarding, or financial crime compliance within financial services, PSPs, or banking
• Strong understanding of Canadian regulatory requirements related to AML, KYC, and financial crime prevention
• Proven knowledge of legal entity types, corporate structures, beneficial ownership, and complex entity risk assessment
• Experience with risks associated with online merchants
• Hands-on experience in developing and implementing compliance procedures and policies
• Proven ability to influence teams and processes, manage regulatory escalations, and optimise onboarding workflows

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading fintech company that has been simplifying payments in Canada since the early 2000s. They are committed to providing the highest standards of security and risk management that support seamless payments and rich data. As they strengthen their position in Canada, they are strategically positioning themselves for global expansion. This is an exciting time to join a company that not only follows fintech trends but shapes them.

What's next:

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Keywords: Compliance, Onboarding, Regulatory, AML/ATF, KYC, Financial Crime Prevention