Senior RegTech Manager

Description:

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We are seeking an exceptionally talented and highly motivated Senior Manager, Financial Crime Technologies (RegTech) Specialist to join our dynamic Compliance Operations team. You will be instrumental in driving our regulatory technology strategy, ensuring cutting-edge solutions enhance our compliance posture, operational efficiency, and risk management capabilities in a rapidly evolving global financial landscape.

This is a critical, hands-on role for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex regulatory challenges.

Responsibilities:

• RegTech Strategy & Implementation: Lead the identification, evaluation, and successful implementation of new RegTech solutions (both in-house developed and third-party vendor platforms) to strengthen compliance controls and optimize operational workflows.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams (Compliance, Risk, Operations, Product, Business, Legal, etc.) to integrate RegTech solutions seamlessly into our core operations and product offerings.
• Methodology & Best Practices: Establish and maintain clear, systematic methodologies for RegTech project management, deployment, and ongoing optimization, ensuring consistent high standards and industry best practices.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for RegTech initiatives, monitor their effectiveness, and provide regular, insightful reports to senior management.
• Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of the latest RegTech trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments to ensure we remain at the forefront of relevant innovation.
• Team Contribution: Act as a subject matter expert, mentor, and thought leader within the Compliance Operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technological adoption.
• Guidance on RegTech for Compliance and Risk: Provide guidance to the product and development teams throughout the design and development processes regarding professional Compliance/Risk/Operational aspects, ensuring that the solutions align with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Vision and Strategy: assist in articulating a comprehensive RegTech vision and strategy for AML and financial crimes products, including customers' onboarding processes, sanction screening, transaction monitoring, financial crime case management, and ongoing review of new RegTech solutions, as well as ad-hoc needs/projects.
• Technology Assessment and new RegTech solutions: Conduct ongoing reviews of current and emerging RegTech technologies and vendors, evaluating their relevance to Rapyd's products, and recommending improvements and enhancements as needed.
• Regulatory Bridge: Act as the bridge between regulatory requirements and technological implementation, translating compliance needs into effective technical solutions.

• Education or Equivalent: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Fintech experience; advanced degree preferred.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of successful, hands-on experience in a dedicated RegTech role within a hi-tech company, preferably a FinTech organization. Demonstrable track record of successfully implementing new regulatory technologies (in-house or vendor solutions) from concept to deployment.
• Other Experience: 5+ years experience in Compliance, Risk or Operations from a global financial institution or a FInTech company. The ideal candidate must possess a deep understanding of AML principles, risks and practices, with significant experience in designing and implementing AML strategies within financial technology environments.
• Technological Expertise: Extensive experience in both rule-based and pattern-based systems is essential. The candidate should have a proven track record of successfully leading technology-focused teams and projects in the financial crime and compliance domain.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the latest trends and advancements in RegTech and financial crime technologies is crucial. Understanding the challenges and complexities of AML compliance in the fintech industry will be a distinct advantage. In addition, strong understanding of regulatory technology landscapes, including areas such as AML/CFT, KYC, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and risk assessment. Familiarity with data analytics tools and methodologies relevant to compliance.
• Collaboration and Communication: The candidate must demonstrate strong inter-personal abilities, the capacity to collaborate across various teams, and the skill to mentor and guide technical and non-technical staff effectively. Excellent communication skills are required to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and to interact with clients, partners, and regulatory authorities. Full English proficiency (other languages are an advantage). 
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking: A proactive problem-solving approach and analytical mindset are essential to tackle the unique challenges associated with financial crime technologies and regulatory compliance.
• Adaptability: As a senior member of our team, the candidate should be adaptable to evolving industry dynamics and be able to respond effectively to changing regulatory landscapes.

Mindset & Approach:

• Assertive, can-do and hands-on approach: a proactive problem-solver who takes initiative and dives deep into execution.
• Emotionally agile: Capable of navigating complex situations and adapting quickly to dynamic environments and frequent changes.
• Dedicated & committed: Possesses a strong work ethic, willing to go above and beyond to deliver exceptional results.
• Self-starter/motivator: Highly autonomous, able to manage time effectively and work independently while also being a collaborative team player.
• Systematic thinker: Approaches challenges with a clear methodology and structured problem-solving skills.
• People-person: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

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