AML Lead (Fintech)

Location: On-site in Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

Company

hirify.global is a restaurant management ecosystem and payment technology provider operating a SaaS business across the MENA region.

What you will do

• Lead AML/CTF governance, including policies, procedures, annual plans, monitoring processes, thematic reviews, and risk assessments.
• Oversee transaction monitoring alerts, escalated cases, high-risk alerts, and complex investigations involving merchants and payment flows.
• Ensure timely filing of Suspicious Transaction Reports with the Saudi FIU and sign off on EDD files, high-risk onboarding, and risk-rating adjustments.
• Oversee KYC, KYB, beneficial ownership, MCC validation, sanctions screening, and high-risk client approval processes.
• Act as the primary AML contact for SAMA and the FIU, coordinating inspections, information requests, and remediation plans.
• Deliver AML training, maintain awareness and testing programs, and supervise AML analysts and officers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business, or a related field.
• CAMS certification or an equivalent qualification is highly preferred.
• 4–7 years of AML experience, preferably in payments, acquiring, or fintech.
• Strong knowledge of SAMA AML/CTF guidelines, FATF recommendations, and digital payments risk typologies.
• Ability to work on-site in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive and diverse working environment focused on innovation and flexibility.
• Competitive compensation package with bonuses and potential shares.
• Regular training and an annual learning stipend.
• Exposure to a multinational team of more than 30 nationalities across 14 countries.
• Autonomy, mentoring, and challenging professional goals.