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Senior Manager, Transaction Monitoring & Investigations

Initiate International
London
5 months ago
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About the company
Join a trailblazing financial services company that’s transforming financial inclusion across Africa and beyond. Ranked as the fastest-growing company in Africa by the Financial Times in 2024, this innovative firm is backed by global fintech giants and has already brought banking, payments, and lending solutions to millions. With a solid foundation in Nigeria, the company is now setting its sights on international expansion, launching its UK headquarters to connect businesses worldwide with African markets. This is the perfect time to become part of an exciting journey as the company accelerates its growth on the global stage.

This is not just another leadership role. As theSenior Manager for Transaction Monitoring & Investigations, you’ll be stepping into an extraordinary opportunity to build and lead a crucial department for the company’s UK entity—entirely from scratch. You’ll have the freedom to craft a high-performing team, shape strategy, and truly own the function from day one. If you’re looking for autonomy, impact, and the chance to leave your mark on a rapidly expanding global company, this is it!

What you’ll do:

  • Build and shape the Transaction Monitoring department for the UK entity, creating and leading teams across multiple locations.
  • Develop and execute a vision for the team, aligning with the company’s larger growth and compliance goals.
  • Drive a culture of high performance, ensuring the team meets both strategic and operational objectives.
  • Collaborate closely with operations and quality assurance teams to drive continuous improvement.
  • Stay on top of UK financial crime regulations, applying them proactively to mitigate evolving risks.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams—product, operations, and compliance—to keep monitoring controls sharp and effective.
  • Work with the Second Line of Defence to turn policy decisions into daily operational success.
  • Coach and mentor your team, providing regular feedback and fostering growth in both technical skills and leadership.
  • Balance the dual objectives of delivering exceptional customer service and managing financial crime risks, while maintaining adherence to SLAs.
  • Track KPIs meticulously to ensure top-tier performance across the team.
  • Be the face of transaction monitoring, handling stakeholder relationships with finesse and navigating challenges with expertise.

What you’ll bring:

  • Proven leadership in building and managing high-impact Transaction Monitoring and Investigations teams.
  • Expertise in UK financial crime regulations and their strategic implications for businesses, especially around AML/CTF.
  • Deep understanding of payments, payment processing, and the lifecycle of transaction monitoring—from data ingestion to alert management.
  • A record of success in remote team management, delivering outstanding performance.
  • Familiarity with machine learning and AI innovations in transaction monitoring and the ability to integrate them into your strategy.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for driving meaningful change.
  • A proactive, results-oriented mindset paired with the ability to motivate and develop a team into top performers.

Why this opportunity stands out:

  • People-first culture: Join a company where your voice matters, collaboration thrives, and respect is at the core of everything.
  • Learning and growth: With a strong focus on development, the company offers opportunities for continuous learning, regular training, and knowledge-sharing sessions to help you expand your skills.
  • Exciting rewards: Competitive salary, up to 10% pension matching, health insurance, equity, and annual bonuses ensure you’re well compensated for your contributions.

If you’re looking for a role where you can lead with impact, drive innovation, and be a key part of a company’s global success story, this is your moment.  

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