Strategic Programs Lead, Financial Crime Compliance

Airwallex (UK) Limited

Job Overview

Location

US - New York

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• Lead a global, multi-year FCC transformation across operating model, process, systems, testing, and controls.
• Build and drive the roadmap, with clear sequencing across priorities, dependencies, and risks.
• Use AI, automation, and data tools to improve FCC program tracking, reporting, and delivery across complex global workstreams.
• Run disciplined governance across working groups, SteerCos, RAID, and executive updates.
• Work hands-on with FCC and cross-functional leaders to turn complexity into clear plans, decisions, and action.
• Define success measures, evidence progress, and lead smooth transition into BAU.

🎯 Requirements

• 10 years leading large, multi-workstream transformation programs in financial services or fintech.
• Direct experience in financial crime program change across areas such as AML/CTF, sanctions, FCC operations, and monitoring and testing.
• Practical experience using AI, automation, and modern tools to improve program planning, reporting, and execution in complex environments.
• A track record of delivering multiple global or multi-region programs at more than one complex institution.
• Highly organized, hands-on, and strong at turning complexity into action.
• Strong executive presence, clear communication skills, and project management certification such as PMP or PRINCE2.

🏖️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a global payments and financial platform.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Skills & Technologies

Senior

Hybrid

Degree Required

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About Airwallex (UK) Limited

Airwallex is a global financial technology company providing cross-border payment and banking infrastructure for businesses. It offers multi-currency accounts, foreign exchange, card issuing, expense management, and embedded finance APIs. Founded in Melbourne in 2015, the company serves enterprises and SMEs across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Americas, operating under licenses in multiple jurisdictions and processing billions in annualized transaction volume.

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