Head of Financial Crime Prevention

About Brite
Brite Payments is a leading Open Banking-powered Account to Account (A2A) payment provider of instant pay-ins and instant payouts. With its technology built on Open Banking, Brite provides a convenient transaction experience for consumers and a risk-free payment process for merchants. Founded in Stockholm in 2019, Brite is committed to providing the best possible payment solution for everyone involved in a transaction.
What you will do
As the Head of Financial Crime Prevention at Brite, your will lead our financial crimesteam and oversee the entirety of our financial crime prevention operations. This pivotal role involves managing, developing and growing our AML team. You will be instrumental in ensuring our operations align with both external and internal regulations, enhancing our AML and CTF frameworks, and safeguarding our company’s integrity and reputation. In this role you will also own the counterparty risk management and process. Your duties will encompass a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
Ensuring that the first line risk work, including merchant KYC, is conducted in accordance with external and internal rules
Regularly update policies and manuals to reflect current laws and regulatory requirements, ensuring our AML/CTF efforts remain effective and compliant.
Provide regular updates on the status of AML/CTF activities to the Board of Directors and Executive Management, maintaining transparency and accountability.
Supervise our global KYC, AML/CTF, counterparty risk, and sanctions screening policies, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive approach to AML across the company.
Act as the main point of contact for external stakeholders, including banks and authorities, fostering strong, cooperative relationships.
Coordinate the reporting of suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities, upholding our commitment to combating financial crimes.
Establish and maintain a comprehensive AML/CTF compliance training program for the entire firm, promoting a culture of awareness and compliance.
Manage cross-functional projects, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills.
Collaborate with senior executives to develop a unified vision regarding the importance and urgency of AML efforts, driving strategic initiatives forward.


Are you a brite mind?
We are looking for a brite mind who excels in leading teams with a strategic mindset with the ability to see the bigger picture, set long-term goals, and align strategies with the company’s vision and objectives. The role requires proficiency to report complex information clearly and concisely to a range of stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of identifying and addressing challenges proactively, ensuring the effectiveness of the AML framework. The ability to work collaboratively with other departments and external stakeholders, building strong relationships and fostering a culture of compliance and integrity is essential. The ideal candidate will bring:
Extensive experience in AML/CTF roles, with a strong background in managing teams and overseeing KYC, transaction monitoring operations and fraud operations.
Degree in economics or law.
Deep understanding of the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing AML and CTF, with the ability to navigate and adapt to changing regulatory landscapes.
Excellent writing and communication skills in both Swedish and English.

What we offer
An optimistic, caring, and inclusive culture where we want you to be yourself
A dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative environment where you will have the possibility to make an impact from your first day onwards
A flat organization, friendly colleagues, and fast decision-making
An environment where we start small and learn fast to do big things
A team that cares about sharing, collaborative work, and prestigelessness
... and you will be part of a growing team of fun and skilled people

Do you want to learn more about our recruitment process? Here you can read about the hiring flow and find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
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Please apply with your CV or your LinkedIn profile. We use screening questions to streamlinethis recruitment process, so a personal letter is not needed.