KYC Risk Business Partner

Wise, a global technology company on a mission to make money management easier and more affordable for everyone. As the KYC Risk Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in identifying and assessing risks, developing mitigation plans, and ensuring effective governance.

About Wise

• We're people building money without borders — without judgement or prejudice, too.
• We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.
• We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
• Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.
• If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit [](https://www.wise.jobs/).

Responsibilities

• You will work closely with KYC teams, Central Risk, Compliance, and other control functions to strengthen risk ownership and build risk capability across KYC. - Act as a trusted advisor to KYC leadership, embedding effective operational risk management into strategic decisions and day-to-day operations. - Identify and assess risks arising from processes, systems, people, third parties, and organizational change, providing constructive challenge and risk-based advice. - Develop and coordinate risk-mitigation plans, monitor the implementation and effectiveness of mitigation plans, and track residual risk. Language Skills: Fluent written and spoken
• English, with the ability to communicate complex risk matters clearly and concisely. Experience with: Strong understanding of KYC Operations and the regulatory framework surrounding KYC. Functional (Hard) Skills - Operational Risk Management: Expert - KYC/AML Operations and Regulatory Understanding: Advanced - Risk Analysis, Metrics and Reporting: Advanced - Control Design, Assessment and Remediation: Advanced - Risk Governance and Risk-Management Systems: Advanced Leadership (Soft) Skills - Stakeholder Partnership and Credible Influence: Expert - Clear Written and Verbal Communication: Expert - Risk Judgement and Constructive Challenge: Expert - Ownership, Prioritisation and Follow-through: Expert - Cross-functional Collaboration: Advanced Other Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to turn complex risk information into practical actions.

Requirements

• Able to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and maintain high standards of accuracy and accountability.
• Comfortable challenging decisions respectfully and working collaboratively to achieve proportionate, customer-focused outcomes. Nice to have: - Education: Degree or equivalent experience in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Compliance, Law, or a related field. - Certifications: Relevant certification in operational risk, AML, compliance, audit, or internal controls. - Experience: Previous experience in a dedicated risk, compliance, audit, or controls role. ## Additional Information About this role - Job level: L5 - Salary: €3,450 – €4,500 gross/month - Stock: Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) reviewed at offer stage - Relocation & Visa: Visa and relocation support is available for this role What we offer - Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) in a rapidly growing company - Flexible hybrid working model - An annual self-development budget - 33 days of paid time off (PTO) per year - A paid 6-week sabbatical leave after 4 years of service - Click [here](https://wise.jobs/what-we-offer) to learn more about the benefits we offer at Wise Hiring process 1. Application & CV Review 2. Take-Home Technical Assessment 3. Screening Call with the Recruitment team 4. First Stage Interview with members of the Hiring team 5. Final Stage Interview with Team Leads For everyone, everywhere.

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• 3,450 - 4,500