Anti-Money Laundering Manager

Job Description : Lead -KYC and AML Risk Operations About Open: OPEN is a leading connected finance platform that empowers finance teams to manage their cashflow better by managing all their business finance systems, right from banking to accounting ERP, payments,CRM, HRMS etc. - in one place. OPEN, India's 100th Unicorn, has been awarded the ‘Best Workplace 2024’ by IEEE in 2024. And was recognised by Forbes India and D Globalist’s as 'Top 10 companies among 200 Companies' and was featured in IDFC FIRST Private Hurun India's Top 200 Self-made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2023. OPEN was also the recipient of 'Best Digital Banking Solution' from the Global Fintech Fest in 2022 and had won the 'Most Innovative Neo Bank' & the 'Most Innovative Digital Bank' at the Indian Fintech Awards in 2021 & Internet andMobile Association of India (IAMAI) respectively. We are currently home to some of the smartest & brightest 500+ minds in the fintech space. OPEN is a Series D funded startup backed by leading international funds like Temasek, Google, Tiger Global, IIFL Finance Ltd.,SBI Holdings Japan, 3one4 Capital, Speed Invest, Beenext, Tanglin Venture Partner Advisors & Angellist to name a few. And to build and strengthen this superpower, we’re on the lookout for an amazing Lead-KYC and AML Risk Operations Experience : 8-12years Location: Bangalore Responsibilities: Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory requirements and guidelines relevant to the fintech industry, particularly in payments and lending domains.
• Interpret regulatory changes and assess their impact on the company's operations, products, and services.
• Advise internal stakeholders on compliance obligations and assist in implementing necessary changes to ensure adherence to regulations.

• Develop and enhance KYC policies and procedures to ensure thorough customer due diligence and compliance with AML regulations.
• Conduct risk-based customer reviews and screening processes to identify potential money laundering activities and fraud risks.
• Implement effective monitoring mechanisms to detect suspicious transactions and report them to relevant authorities as required.

• Assess risks associated with the launch of new products, features, or services in the payments and lending space.
• Identify potential compliance risks, operational vulnerabilities, and financial exposures, and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
• Collaborate with product and technology teams to incorporate compliance controls into the product development lifecycle.
• Compliance Monitoring and Reporting:
• Establish monitoring procedures to track compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards.
• Conduct periodic compliance reviews and audits to assess the effectiveness of existing controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports, filings, and disclosures in accordance with prescribed timelines.

• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on regulatory compliance obligations, including KYC procedures and risk management practices.
• Foster a culture of compliance awareness and accountability throughout the organization by promoting best practices and ethical conduct.

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for KYC and AML processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification in compliance, risk management, or AML preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or regulatory affairs within the fintech or financial services industry, with a focus on payments and lending.
• Strong understanding of KYC principles, AML regulations, and other relevant compliance requirements.
• Ability to assess and mitigate risks associated with fintech products and services, particularly in payments and lending.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex regulatory concepts clearly and effectively to various stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proven track record of implementing compliance programs and controls in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance tools and software for monitoring, reporting, and documentation purposes.

• You will be part of the early tribe that is changing the way business banking rolls.
• Every atom of your work will impact the way millions of businesses are run.
• You will work with some of the brightest minds who will celebrate your quirks.
• You will find growth & fun to be two-way streets - how you thrive and the way you jive, in turn drives Open.