Group Head of Sanctions (Risk)

About Revolut

People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 50+ million customers get more from their money every day.

As we continue our lightning-fast growth,‌ 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work™. So far, we have 10,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.

About the role

Financial Crime Compliance is a key team ensuring that Revolut’s products and processes meet global financial crime regulatory requirements, in addition to driving the best possible customer outcomes.

With a cutting-edge approach, these data-driven experts excel at finding solutions and conducting rigorous testing in a fully digital environment.

We’re looking for an innovative Group Head of Sanctions (Risk) to join our Group FinCrime Risk team in the first line of defence. You'll be at the centre of Revolut’s financial crime strategy, serving as the focal point for all sanctions-related activity across the business.

As we continue to scale, we need a seasoned leader with financial industry expertise, who's eager to design and lead oversight and compliance at Revolut.

Up to shape the future of finance? Let's get in touch.

What you’ll be doing

• Developing and implementing the global sanctions and screening strategy in alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Leading and mentoring a team of sanctions and screening professionals, fostering a culture of compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
• Overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of the sanctions compliance programme, ensuring adherence to international regulations (OFAC, UN, EU, etc.)
• Supervising and enhancing screening systems, tools, and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Ensuring the effectiveness of customer, transaction, and third-party screening processes, optimising controls to mitigate financial crime risks
• Monitoring regulatory changes and conducting regular risk assessments, ensuring timely implementation of new requirements and best practices
• Acting as the primary point of contact for senior management, regulators, and auditors, providing insights on sanctions risks, compliance measures, and mitigation efforts

What you'll need

• Expertise in sanctions risk management, including best practices for identifying, mitigating, and addressing sanctions-related risks
• Solid knowledge of major sanctions regimes and reporting requirements, including OFAC, UKHMT, UNSC, and EU frameworks
• Proven experience conducting sanctions risk assessments, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory expectations
• 7+ years in a senior sanctions advisory role, with 5+ years of leadership experience managing sanctions teams in complex environments
• The ability to assess sanctions vulnerabilities and advise on effective risk mitigation strategies, balancing regulatory compliance with business needs
• Excellent stakeholder management skills to collaborate, negotiate, and communicate effectively across leadership, regulators, and external auditors
• An analytical mindset with experience interpreting sanctions data, identifying trends, and making informed compliance decisions

Nice to have

• A professional qualification from an internationally recognised body (ICA or ACAMS)

Compensation range

• Vilnius: €4,200 - €7,000 gross monthly*
• Lithuania: €4,200 - €7,000 gross monthly*
• Other locations: Compensation will be discussed during the interview process

*Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and previous experience

Building a global financial super app isn’t enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that’s why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We're not just doing this because it's the right thing to do. We’re doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That’s why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team.

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