Director, Compliance Monitoring and Oversight
This is a pivotal leadership role at one of the world's fastest-growing financial platforms, focusing on the strategic evolution of global compliance assurance. The position offers the rare chance to build a 'Second Line of Defense' from the ground up for a multi-billion dollar enterprise. It is ideal for a visionary compliance leader who prefers building and scaling over simple maintenance.
Airwallex
London, England, United Kingdom · Posted 18 April 2026
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About Airwallex
Airwallex is a large employer working in fintech / financial services, based in London, England, United Kingdom.
Fintech / Financial Services
Large
London, England, United Kingdom
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Key Responsibilities
- Own and evolve the global Compliance Monitoring and Oversight framework strategy
- Lead and mentor a high-performing international team of compliance professionals
- Validate the effectiveness of financial crime controls across all global regions
- Provide strategic reporting and insights on control health to the Board and Senior Management
- Ensure compliance frameworks are scalable and aligned with rapid product expansion
Essential
- Extensive experience in compliance monitoring and oversight within the financial services or fintech sector
- Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing international teams
- Deep understanding of financial crime controls and global regulatory frameworks
- Ability to design and implement scalable, data-driven assurance strategies
- Experience reporting to Boards and Senior Management on control effectiveness
- Strong background in the 'Second Line of Defense' risk management model
Preferred
- Experience working in a high-growth, global technology environment
- Familiarity with using AI and automation to enhance compliance workflows
- Advanced professional certifications in compliance or risk management
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Opportunity to work at a leading global fintech valued at $8B
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
- High-visibility role with direct impact on company strategy
- Exposure to world-leading investors and partners
- Professional growth in a fast-paced, 'builder' culture
- Global networking opportunities across 26 international offices
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Found via careers.airwallex.com