Job description
Join Zepz: Breaking Down Borders, Together
Our Meaningful Mission
At Zepz, we're all about breaking down barriers for our customers and our teammates. Our purpose is deeply personal, we provide a lifeline and deliver opportunities to cross-border communities that need it most through cutting edge finance and tech.Zepz is the power behind WorldRemit and Sendwave, driven by the mission to celebrate the incredible impact migrants have, both at home and abroad. We're not just moving money; we're building a world that truly recognizes and supports global connections.
Who You'll Be JoiningWe look for mission-driven builders who thrive in a fast-paced environment connected to a true purpose. We’re an always developing team of experts that enjoy problem solving and bring clarity to tough challenges. At Zepz, we are Relentless Learners, always seeking feedback, and Responsible Owners, treating company resources like your own. We depend on Transparent Communicators who keep the team aligned through open, honest talk.
Our Core Commitments — What We Live By
Our vibrant and truly diverse culture is built on three core commitments, that guide how we work and interact:- Integrity: We always do the right thing. It’s simple, but it’s the foundation of everything we build for our customers and each other.
- Outcomes: We work for our customers. Their success and prosperity are the results we focus on delivering.
- Velocity: We are fast! We maintain high energy levels and make smart decisions quickly, keeping us nimble and ahead of the curve.
Perks of Joining Our Team
We believe in empowering colleagues because we genuinely trust our team. Our culture is founded on this high trust, which naturally encourages the high ownership that drives us to meet our shared high expectations and deliver high performanceOur remote-first culture means you have the flexibility to work in your employing country wherever you feel the most focused and productive. This freedom comes with wonderful tailored, location-specific perks designed to support your whole life, not just your work. Think unlimited annual leave, great healthcare benefits, and employee discounts. We want you to thrive and focus entirely on making your biggest impact! In turn, we expect you to bring high ownership and commitment to your work. This is a place where we value trust and high performance, and we'll provide the environment and support needed for you to excel
About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated Head of Financial Crime and OFAC, and BSA Officer who enjoys working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, who has experience with and likes to partner with the business to pursue new initiatives in a compliant yet pragmatic way. The Head of FinCrime & OFAC Compliance will be a key leader of our US compliance team and responsible for developing and overseeing the financial crime compliance framework across our US business. This role requires a seasoned compliance professional with experience in payments, card programs, digital assets, remittances, and a background in navigating both state-level and US national strategy. The right candidate will bring a data driven and analytical mindset to drive sustainable growth of our US business.
The Head of US Compliance will report to the VP Risk & Compliance and the US WorldRemit Corp Board.
Responsibilities
- Continue to bolster and build out a world class FinCrime compliance program, including team building, tooling, design, and structure to align with and enable a rapidly growing and dynamic business.
- Support our global product expansion strategy with a focus on creating a flexible and effective compliance organization.
- Conduct regular assessments in partnership with our global team to identify compliance risks associated with payments programs and digital asset offerings.
- Support and update all compliance policies related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC) and other relevant regulations.
- Support our US-specific training programs to enhance compliance awareness among employees and promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.
- Establish monitoring systems to track and report compliance performance and prepare reports for senior management and the board.
- Develop, initiate, maintain, and revise policies and procedures to comply with regulatory requirements and communicate requirements to the associated personnel. Manage the day-to-day operation of the Compliance Management Program.
- Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop and implement correction actions plans for resolution as needed.
- Advise the business regarding new product launches and the implementation of new rules and regulations.
- Ensure proper financial crime compliance reporting
- Report to senior management and the US Board, providing updates on key financial crime compliance activities, trends, and risks.
What we’re looking for:
- Significant AML compliance experience within the fintech sector, with specific expertise in payments, digital assets and/or card programs.
- Strong regulatory understanding of state and national financial regulations, including those governing AML, KYC, and sanctions, and how to effectively and pragmatically apply them.
- Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical skills to assess complex regulatory requirements and develop effective compliance strategies.
- Experience in building and managing a cohesive compliance team and program for a hyper growth company.
- Proven experience thriving in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
- Demonstrates resilience and composure under pressure, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt swiftly to change.
If you want to join us in our journey to help break barriers in financial access and improve lives globally, there's no better place or time to join.
Our global team of 800+ people is spread across six continents. We aspire to hire the best mix of people from former Olympians to YouTube influencers and we speak over twenty languages. This incredible diversity isn't a bonus; it's the engine that lets us serve the world.
Ready to Apply? Let’s Go.