Fincrime systems

Aspire is the leading all-in-one finance operating system for growing businesses in APAC. We are on a mission to reinvent business finance for a new generation of entrepreneurs and business owners, empowering startups and MSME to realise their full potential. Founded in 2018, Aspire has raised over USD 300 M+ across equity and debt from world-class investors. In 2023, we successfully closed an oversubscribed USD 100 million Series C equity round led by Sequoia Capital and Lightspeed Ventures with participation of Tencent, Paypal Ventures, LGT Capital Partners, Picus Capital and Mass Mutual Ventures. To power our solutions, we have partnered with some of the best companies in the world such as Visa and Wise and helped more than 50,000 businesses using our suite of products. For 2 consecutive years in 2022 & 2023, Aspire has been awarded Best Employer of the Year and Startup of the year by Asia Fin Tech Awards, and also Linked In’s Top Startup in Singapore. In 2023, we also made it to CB Insights’ Top 100 Global Fintech List. You will be amazed by the energy and experience of our team Aspire serves as an environment for you to innovate and drive change with our team of ex-entrepreneurs, ex-founders, and high-achievers with international and diverse backgrounds. Are you a top talent who is passionate about entrepreneurship? Join our rapidly growing team to make an impact in the fintech space About the Team At Aspire, we are committed to empowering our customers throughout their journey with us. Our Operations Team ensures customers can operate seamlessly on our platform, and guarantee the best customer experience possible. About the Role Reporting to the Director of AML Operations, the Fin Crime Systems & Analytics Manager is an individual contributor role responsible for delivering leading-edge anti-financial crime systems and controls. You will be responsible for driving excellence across our 1 Lo D controls: Know Your Business (KYB/C), Transaction Monitoring (TM), Fraud, and Quality Assurance (QA). You will work closely with Team Leads, Analysts, and cross-functionally (e.g. Compliance, Tech, Data Engineering) to deliver excellent 1 Lo D systems and operations. Key Responsibilities: Leverage data to deliver data-driven transformation - e.g. deploying new technologies and controls and optimizing existing controls Leverage machine learning techniques to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of anti-financial crime systems and identify new financial crime trends Analyze operational data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and implement data-driven systems and process enhancements Drive wider Fin Crime Operations strategy and execution: Support the Director of AML Operations and Team Leads with longer-term strategic planning and execution of major change initiatives - e.g. vendor integrations, global expansion, localization of systems and procedures Improve operational processes and systems: Own the effectiveness testing of critical anti-financial crime systems and controls Support Team Leads in refining existing, and defining new, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for KYB, Transaction Monitoring, and QA teams to ensure consistent, efficient, and compliant execution of operations Collaborate cross-functionally: Work closely with Compliance, Product & Tech, AML Ops Team Leads, and external vendors to deliver leading-edge anti-financial crime systems and controls Minimum Qualifications: 6 years experience in AML, Compliance, or Operations roles in a Fin Tech or regulated financial institution - and other relevant roles in complex and fast-paced environments - e.g. Consulting, Strategy & Execution, Change Management Strong understanding of KYB, Fraud, Transaction Monitoring, and QA functions Experience of delivering data-driven transformations in Fin Tech or regulated financial institutions Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive cross-functional initiatives Proficiency with relevant AML vendors (e.g. Onfido, Lexis Nexis, AI-native vendors) and data software and techniques (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python) Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to leverage large and complex datasets to make data-driven decisions Strong track record of delivering change programs in complex, fast-paced environments Preferred Qualifications: Experience with AI-native tools for transaction monitoring or fraud detection is a plus Experience supporting global operations and/or scaling processes in multiple markets is a plus Relevant certifications e.g. CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are a plus What We Offer: Uncapped flexible annual leave. Training subsidy for your professional growth. Wellness benefit. Team bonding budget to foster collaboration and sense of belonging. Flexibility to work from anywhere (for up to 90 days per annum). Culture is Key: We always strive to cultivate a special culture that brings special talents together. Equal Opportunity Statement: Aspire is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr