FinCrime Operations Quality Senior Lead

Wise
Tallinn
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeEUR 4,350 - 5,850 monthlyFunction: Quality & Regulatory (Non-Software)Experience: 3+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Leadership","Communication","Cross-cultural collaboration","Analytical thinking","Accountability"]

Lead Wise’s FinCrime quality strategy by building and inspiring a team of Quality Leads and Specialists. Translate global AML/CFT regulatory strategy into practical, risk-based quality processes that keep operations compliant while preserving fast customer experiences. Own domain expertise across AML, Fraud, Sanctions, and Reporting, drive root-cause improvements, partner with analytics to deliver performance dashboards, and manage governance, audits, and complex quality initiatives.

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FinCrime Operations Quality Senior Lead

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Job Summary

Lead Wise’s FinCrime quality strategy by building and inspiring a team of Quality Leads and Specialists. Translate global AML/CFT regulatory strategy into practical, risk-based quality processes that keep operations compliant while preserving fast customer experiences. Own domain expertise across AML, Fraud, Sanctions, and Reporting, drive root-cause improvements, partner with analytics to deliver performance dashboards, and manage governance, audits, and complex quality initiatives.
Location: Tallinn
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time · Permanent
Job Function: Quality & Regulatory (Non-Software)
Seniority: Sr. Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead, mentor, and empower a team of Quality Leads and Specialists to drive excellence and growth.
  • •Turn quality objectives into phased implementation plans and deliver against KPIs/SLAs.
  • •Act as the subject matter expert for FinCrime operations (AML, Fraud, Sanctions, Reporting) and quality assurance frameworks.
  • •Conduct root-cause analyses on quality gaps and embed risk-based QA across FinCrime tools, processes, and workflows.
  • •Drive end-to-end quality initiatives, manage stakeholders, and serve as a point of contact during internal audits and escalations.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: EUR 4,350 - 5,850 monthly
Perks:Equity

Key Requirements

  • •3+ years managing small-to-medium operational teams in Financial Crime (FinCrime), KYC, or Quality Assurance functions.
  • •Advanced working knowledge of global AML/CFT regulatory frameworks and compliance standards.
  • •Exceptional written and verbal English, including drafting comprehensive reports and collaborating across global teams.
  • •Strong analytical mindset for diagnosing recurring quality gaps and implementing scalable solutions.
  • •Right to Work in Estonia (no visa or relocation support provided).
Experience:3+ yearsFincrimeAML/CFTKYCQuality assuranceFinancial services
Education:Bachelor's in Finance, Business Administration, Law (or related discipline)
Skills:LeadershipCommunicationCross-cultural collaborationAnalytical thinkingAccountability
Certifications:CAMSICA
Languages:English
Tech Stack:LookerSupersetRedashMicroStrategyMicrotab

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

Wise
Wise (formerly TransferWise) is a London-based fintech that provides low-cost international money transfers, multi-currency accounts and payment infrastructure for individuals and businesses worldwide.
Industry: Payments
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 2011
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