Manager – Regulatory Compliance (Fintech)

TL;DR

Manager – Regulatory Compliance (Fintech): Managing regulatory compliance, AML/CTF governance, and financial crime risk for Australia and New Zealand in a real-time payments infrastructure company. Focus on maintaining and enhancing compliance frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and overseeing financial crime operations in a scalable, technology-enabled environment.

Location: Hybrid in Sydney, Australia, with responsibility for regulatory compliance in Australia and New Zealand.

Company

hirify.global is a leading global infrastructure company for real-time cross-border payments, providing a platform for banks, fintechs, and businesses to collect, convert, and disburse funds instantly across borders.

What you will do

• Maintain and enhance AML/CTF and Compliance Framework for Australia and New Zealand, aligning with local requirements (AUSTRAC, NZ AML/CFT).
• Review and update compliance and AML/CTF policies, procedures, and controls to ensure effectiveness.
• Provide advisory support to business and product teams on regulatory compliance, AML/CTF, and sanctions.
• Conduct country-specific risk assessments, identify control gaps, and coordinate timely remediation.
• Support the MLRO in executing the AML/CTF Program, including customer onboarding and due diligence (KYC/KYB, EDD).
• Oversee transaction monitoring and name screening investigations, preparing Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs).
• Contribute to compliance reporting and drive process improvement initiatives.
• Participate in regulatory change management and compliance-driven projects.

Requirements

• 7+ years’ experience in compliance, AML/CTF, or financial crime roles within a regulated financial institution or fintech/payments company.
• Strong knowledge of AUSTRAC and New Zealand AML/CFT regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience in KYC/KYB, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-improvement skills with a focus on automation and scalability.
• Demonstrated accountability, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).

Nice to have

• ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salaries, performance bonuses, sales commissions, equity, and recognition programs.
• Medical coverage along with 24/7 employee assistance program.
• Generous vacation programs, including a year-end shut down.
• Flexible hybrid working environment (3 days per week in the office).
• Role-specific training, internal workshops, and a learning stipend.
• Company-wide social events, team bonding activities, and happy hours.
• Diverse global company with more than 33 nationalities in 18+ countries.