Director, FCC Monitoring – Testing

Responsibilities

Shape and scale Airwallex’s global financial crime compliance monitoring and testing framework.

Establish a rigorous, data-driven second‑line assurance function.

Lead a high‑performing global team to validate the design and operating effectiveness of AML, Sanctions, and KYC/KYB controls.

Establish a monitoring framework and associated metrics to support executive decision‑making.

Work closely with the broader FCC organization, Product, Engineering, Operations, and regional leadership.

Translate complex testing outcomes into clear, decision‑useful reporting for executive leadership and governance forums.

Represent the FCC monitoring and testing function during regulatory examinations, audits, and banking partner reviews.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Law, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related quantitative/analytical discipline.

CAMS certification or an ICA International Diploma in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (or equivalent professional credential).

12 to 15+ years of experience within FCC quality assurance, compliance monitoring, internal audit, or a related second/third-line control function inside a fintech, payments, or highly regulated banking environment.

At least 5+ years leading a global or multi‑jurisdictional monitoring, testing, or control validation function at a senior level.

Deep technical knowledge of financial crime controls across transaction monitoring, sanctions/PEP screening, customer due diligence, and digital KYC/KYB workflows.

Proven mastery of risk‑based testing methodologies, including scoping, sampling, design and operating effectiveness assessments, issue writing, and remediation validation.

A high‑ownership, pragmatic approach, with excellent written communication and stakeholder management skills to challenge senior partners constructively and drive operational accountability.

Certifications & Qualifications

CAMS certification

ICA International Diploma in Governance, Risk, and Compliance

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