Financial Crime Manager – CDD, 2nd LoD

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Spain.

📋 Description

• Assume responsibility for the framework that fosters ongoing enhancement of the CDD methodology: onboarding and regular assessments.

• Oversee account closures for integrity purposes and establish controls within CDD to rectify any shortcomings in the CDD methodology.

• Collaborate closely with Machine Learning engineers to monitor and enhance the accuracy of Customer Risk Assessment models.

• Investigate new vendors and techniques for performing CDD and verifying customer identities.

• Partner with Product Managers to implement enhancements to the CDD process: draft requirements and review product specifications for new CDD-related features.

• Prepare guidance documents and deliver regular training to the 1LOD CDD team concerning various risk aspects of CDD.

• Engage in the Enterprise Wide Risk Assessment cycle by contributing insights on CDD-related risks.

• Initiate and take charge of ad hoc project work within the department.

• Carry out additional duties as reasonably required to ensure the operational efficiency of Finom.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in a regulated financial institution, preferably in fintech or a similarly dynamic environment.

• Strong background in the 2nd Line of Defense regarding Financial Crime - with practical expertise in CDD processes.

• Proven project management skills: you have led and executed initiatives from start to finish, ideally optimizing onboarding or due diligence workflows.

• Comfortable working with data: you possess a keen eye for metrics to assess performance.

• A self-motivated mindset: you take initiative, excel in independent work, and flourish in environments where structure is still developing.

• A meticulous attention to detail combined with robust analytical and critical thinking abilities.

• Previous leadership experience is preferred.

• Business proficiency in English; additional European languages are advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Combining Work and Socialising

• Work & Swim Program

• Embrace Entrepreneurship and Focus on Our Collective PRIZE

• Experience Continuous Growth

• The Opportunity to Make a Genuine Impact

• Receive Unwavering Support and Care