Head of Financial Crimes at Flex | USA (Remote)
Company/Recruiter: Flex
✦ AI Summary
Flex is seeking an experienced Head of Financial Crimes to lead our compliance and fraud prevention initiatives.
Flex is seeking an experienced Head of Financial Crimes to lead our compliance and fraud prevention initiatives. This role is critical to maintaining the integrity of our financial operations and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. You will build and manage a world-class team dedicated to detecting, preventing, and investigating financial crimes while fostering a culture of compliance across the organization.Job Overview
As Head of Financial Crimes, you will oversee all aspects of our financial crimes compliance program, including anti-money laundering (AML), know-your-customer (KYC), sanctions compliance, and fraud detection. You will report directly to senior leadership and serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies. This position demands strategic thinking, deep compliance expertise, and the ability to implement robust controls in a rapidly evolving fintech environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive financial crimes prevention and detection strategies
- Establish and oversee AML, KYC, and sanctions screening protocols
- Lead investigations into suspected financial crimes and suspicious activities
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local and international regulations
- Build and mentor a high-performing financial crimes compliance team
- Maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and law enforcement
- Implement advanced monitoring systems and technologies for fraud detection
- Prepare regular reports and risk assessments for executive leadership
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of experience in financial crimes, AML, or compliance
- Strong knowledge of local and international financial regulations
- Proven leadership experience managing compliance teams
- Excellent analytical and investigation skills
- Advanced certifications (CAMS, CCCA, or equivalent) preferred
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunity to shape compliance strategy at a growth-stage organization
- Professional development and training support
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
- Remote work flexibility