Financial Institutions (FI) Compliance Manager

TransferMate– a subsidiary of CluneTech – was established in 2010 when we began working with regulators around the world to secure licenses to operate as a global payment’s provider. With a global payments network covering 200+ countries and territories, TransferMate have established partnerships with some of the largest banks, fintechs and software providers in the world. The combination of our regulated network, award winning technology and strategic partnerships culminated in 2022 when the business achieved Unicorn status.

Our team is dedicated to delivering the best possible experience for our partners and their customers. We know that a happy team is one that performs at the highest level and our #OneTeam ethos encourages mutual support, respect, recognition, and rewards. In Ireland, we have been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 9 consecutive years, with 35 offices worldwide, we do business across 100+ countries on a daily basis.         

Due to continued expansion, we have created a new position for a FI Compliance Manager.

The FI Compliance mangers leads the institution’s FI Compliance framework to ensure adherence to all regulatory and legal requirements in relation. This role involves overseeing counterparty risk, downstream risk, anti-money laundering (AML), and governance frameworks while fostering a culture of ethical decision-making and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Compliance Leadership:

• Develop, implement, and manage the organisation’s compliance strategy.
• Ensure policies and procedures comply with local, regional, and international regulations.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities and manage audits, inspections, and inquiries.

2. Counterparty Risk Management:

•  Assess and monitor the financial, reputational, and legal risks associated with counterparties (e.g., clients, vendors, and partners).
• Establish robust due diligence processes to evaluate counterparty risk profiles before and during engagements.
• Lead the implementation of systems to monitor changes in counterparty creditworthiness and compliance adherence.

3. Downstream Risk Oversight:

•  Analyse and address risks arising from third-party relationships and extended payment chains.
• Oversee risk assessment frameworks to track potential exposure to sanctions, money laundering, or reputational damage.
• Develop downstream risk mitigation strategies, including contractual safeguards and ongoing monitoring tools.

4. AML and Regulatory Compliance:

•  Design and implement anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) policies, controls, and procedures.
• Lead risk-based client onboarding and ongoing KYC/AML reviews for all counterparty relationships.
• Ensure compliance with sanctions  and global reporting standards. 

5. Policy Development and Training:

•  Create and enforce compliance policies and risk management protocols tailored to institutional needs.
• Conduct regular training sessions for staff on compliance obligations, risks, and best practices.
• Build awareness of emerging regulatory trends and risk indicators.

6. Governance and Reporting:

•  Oversee reporting mechanisms to identify, escalate, and resolve compliance and risk issues.
• Report directly to the board of directors, audit committees, and senior executives on compliance status, counterparty risks, and key trends.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain transparency and alignment with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience. 
• Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CCEP, ICA, or similar compliance credentials).
• 10+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or legal advisory roles within financial institutions.
• Proven expertise in counterparty risk and downstream risk frameworks.
• Extensive knowledge of global regulatory requirements, AML standards, and financial laws.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a focus on risk mitigation.
• Exceptional leadership and communication abilities to influence across all levels of the organisation.
• Technical proficiency in compliance monitoring systems and data analytics tools.

Benefits

• Healthcare plan

• Competitive pension
• Flex hours where you can work your 5 days across 4.5 days
• Flexible Working Policy with a combination of remote and office working
• Lifework days: ½ day each quarter to get your life work done
• 23 days annual leave + 2 CluneTech Holidays (Christmas Eve & Good Friday) plus additional days with length of service
• Paid leaves including IVF / pregnancy assistance, pregnancy loss, marriage, maternity and paternity leave
• Employee-led CSR Programme, CluneTech Cares, with one paid Volunteer Day per year
• Death in Service Benefit
• Milestone Recognition Programme
• Compassionate Leave up to 4 weeks
• Compassionate Leave for pets
• Travel benefits including Cycle to Work & Circle K Fuel Card
• Professional & Personal Development
• Rewards & Recognition
• Employee Wellbeing Programme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Meeting Free Days – a specific no meeting day where we encourage no meetings so you (and your team) can focus on getting things done!

TransferMate is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees. We are committed to building and maintaining a culture which is free from discrimination and harassment and where all employees can bring their best selves to work.