Financial Crime Team Leader

2 weeks ago

Singapore Wirex Full time

We’re looking for our next Financial Crime leader to join us in Singapore as we continue to transform the future of finance.

**ABOUT US**

At Wirex, we do things differently. We were the first to launch a debit card that lets you spend crypto, we pioneered DeFi-powered savings for everyday users, and we created the world’s first crypto rewards programme. With 6 million+ users across 130 countries, we’re building a world where everyone can benefit from digital currency - quickly, securely, and without the high fees.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

As Financial Crime Team Leader for APAC, you’ll lead a team of analysts working on AML, fraud investigations, STR reporting, and enhanced due diligence across fiat and crypto transactions.

Reporting to the Financial Crime Operations Manager, you’ll
be responsible for coaching and motivating your team, enhancing operational workflows, and driving excellence in financial crime prevention.

You’ll need to be based in Singapore and comfortable working in a hybrid/remote-first environment with occasional office collaboration.

**ROLE RESPONSIBILITES**
- Leading the APAC financial crime investigations team.
- Reviewing and filing suspicious transaction reports (STRs)
- Supporting ongoing AML monitoring, EDD reviews, and internal assurance
- Providing MI reporting to senior stakeholders
- Developing your team and driving continuous improvement
- Collaborating with global compliance stakeholders
- Supporting training and awareness initiatives

**KEY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED**
- Based in Singapore with full working rights
- Strong experience in financial crime investigations within fintech, payments or crypto
- Prior experience managing or coaching a team
- Strong knowledge of AML regulations and STR reporting
- Exceptional communication, organisation, and people skills
- CAMS, ICA or equivalent certification is a plus

We’re open to backgrounds - whether you’ve led a team in a startup environment, handled complex fraud cases in a payments firm, or guided junior analysts through ever-changing regulatory landscapes. If you're passionate about preventing financial crime and want to work in a well-supported leadership role, we want to hear from you.

**BENEFITS**
- Enhanced annual leave + public holidays
- Paid charity day
- Private medical insurance
- Flexible working options
- Annual training allowance
- Opportunity to grow your career at an innovative fintech

**What to Expect in the Hiring Process**
- CV Screening: Our team will review your experience.
- HR Screening: A Teams Video call with a member of our TA Team.
- 1st Stage Interview: Teams Video call with our hiring team.
- Assessment: Short task or test, (if applicable)
- Final Stage Interviews: Meet and Greet with our Senior Leadership

in our Singapore Office on 23rd and/or 24th July 2025.

**What Next?**

If you have the experience and the knowledge to be successful in this
Financial Crime Team Leader - APAC
role, get in touch, and let’s discuss this exciting next step in your career.

**Please note the requirement to attend face to face interviews**in**Singapore** on** 23**rd** / 24**th** July**
**2025.

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