Senior Manager, AML Compliance

We're looking for an experienced AML leader who has successfully built and scaled international AML programs across multiple jurisdictions. This role requires someone who understands the complexity of global payments, correspondent banking relationships, and cross-border regulatory frameworks, and can translate that expertise into a scalable, risk-based compliance program.

Responsibilities

Own and continuously evolve EBANX's global AML Compliance Program, ensuring scalable, risk-based governance across multiple jurisdictions while aligning with FATF recommendations, international regulatory requirements, and EBANX's risk appetite; Lead and develop a high-performing AML Compliance team, setting strategy, coaching leaders and specialists, and fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and strong financial crime governance; Oversee all core AML program pillars—including KYC, KYP, KYE, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, investigations, and SAR/STR reporting—ensuring controls remain effective, auditable, and scalable as EBANX expands globally; Act as the primary AML partner for correspondent banks, banking partners, regulators, and executive leadership, managing due diligence requests, regulatory interactions, enterprise-wide AML risk assessments, and Board-level reporting; Partner closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, Commercial, Legal, and Risk teams to embed AML requirements into new products, market expansions, and strategic initiatives; Drive continuous improvement by leveraging automation, analytics, and emerging technologies to strengthen financial crime controls while maintaining an efficient customer experience

Requirements

AML Compliance experience, with leadership responsibility in fintechs, global payments companies, financial institutions, or other highly regulated organizations; Proven experience leading international AML programs across multiple countries or regions, with deep understanding of cross-border financial crime risks, correspondent banking expectations, FATF recommendations, and global regulatory frameworks; Demonstrated success designing, building, or significantly maturing AML programs—not simply maintaining existing frameworks—including governance, controls, policies, and monitoring capabilities; Strong expertise across multiple AML disciplines, including customer due diligence (KYC/KYP/KYE), transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, investigations, SAR/STR reporting, and AML risk assessments; Proven people leadership experience, with a track record of building high-performing teams, developing talent, and influencing senior stakeholders across global organizations; Experience managing relationships with correspondent banks, regulators, auditors, and external partners, responding to due diligence requests, regulatory inquiries, and AML assessments; Strong strategic thinking, executive communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership in complex, fast-paced, cross-functional environments; Fluent English (written and spoken)

Nice to have

Experience in high-growth fintechs or global payment companies operating across Latin America and other multi-regulatory environments; Experience applying AI, automation, machine learning, or advanced analytics to enhance transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, investigations, and financial crime operations; CAMS or equivalent AML certification; Spanish proficiency

Benefits

Performance Bonus: Annual bonus program based on company results; Meal Allowance: Monthly allowance to support your meals; EBANX Education: Financial assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and MBA programs to support your professional growth; EBANX Skills: Dedicated budget for courses, certifications, and workshops to encourage continuous learning; Language Classes: Language classes to support your personal and professional development; Health & Well-being: Medical and dental plans with extensive coverage, including support for dependents and wellness programs; Flexible Work Culture: Semi-flexible hours, additional day off on your birthday, and year-end break to support work-life balance; Well-being Program: Access to activities and resources that promote physical and mental health