As the FinCrime Operations Team Lead at Adyen’s Sao Paulo hub, you will lead a high-performing AML & Screening team of 10 members, developing and scaling operations to ensure compliance with global financial crime regulations. Your daily responsibilities include overseeing complex investigations, enhancing policies and procedures, and implementing data-driven solutions for transaction monitoring and sanctions screening. You will work closely with Fraud, Risk, Product, Compliance, and other teams to build scalable risk management systems that support Adyen’s growth while maintaining a secure platform for merchants worldwide. The ideal candidate has over six years of experience in AML or broader Financial Crime roles within financial institutions or fintechs, along with strong leadership skills, analytical capabilities, and the ability to communicate effectively at senior levels. Proficiency in English is essential, as is a willingness to travel internationally when necessary.
Skills
AML
Sanctions
Financial_Crime_Investigations
Transaction_Monitoring
Customer_Due_Diligence
Adverse_Media_Review
SAR_Recommendations
Data_Analysis
Automation
Quality_Assurance
Root_Cause_Analysis
Hiring
Performance_Management
Training
Mentorship
Global_AML_Screening_Priorities
Payment_Systems
Banking
Fintech
English_Proficiency
What you'll do
Lead and develop a high-performing AML & Screening team of 10 FTE.
Oversee complex AML investigations, including transaction analysis and customer due diligence.
Monitor emerging FinCrime typologies and regulatory developments to enhance controls.
Implement and continuously improve AML policies and procedures across all products.
Drive operational excellence using data insights and automation for scalable monitoring.
Build team capability through hiring, training, and mentorship for sustained high performance.
What we're looking for
Over 6 years of experience in AML, sanctions screening, or broader financial crime compliance.
Proven track record of building and mentoring high-performing teams with strong accountability.
Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex data and identifying risk trends.
Experience in designing scalable processes and controls for operational improvements.
Effective communication and collaboration skills for presenting to senior stakeholders.
Full professional proficiency in English, including clear written and verbal communication.
Willingness to travel internationally as required.
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Employer
About Ayden
Adyen is a global payments platform that provides end-to-end payment processing, merchant acquiring, and issuing solutions to large global companies, enabling them to accept payments anywhere in the world. Industry: Payments Technology & Financial Services
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