AML Senior Compliance Specialist

Who we are is what we do.

Deel and our family of growing companies are made up of global teams dedicated to helping businesses hire anyone, anywhere, easily. 

The team comprises over three thousand self-driven individuals spanning over 100 countries, and our unified yet diverse culture keeps us continually learning and innovating the platform and products for customers.

Companies should be able to hire the best talent anywhere in the world, so we are building the best platform to make that a reality. Our market-leading technology, expertise, and global team are crucial to the platform’s success. We deliver the best products and features in our space, enabling millions of jobs worldwide and connecting the global workforce with the best companies and opportunities.

Why should you be part of our success story?

A 30-mile hiring radius should no longer dictate how companies hire because exceptional talent lives everywhere. Deel sees a world without hiring borders and endless talent that pairs perfect candidates with great companies.

We offer global teams all the tools they need to hire, onboard, manage, pay, and scale at full speed. We aim to foster a diverse global economy by building a generational platform that seamlessly connects companies with talent worldwide.

After our successful Series D in 2021, we raised another $50M in 2023, doubling our valuation to $12B. There’s never been a more exciting time to join Deel — the international payroll and compliance market leader.

Summary

The AML Senior Compliance Specialist will safeguard the company’s operations against financial crime, ensure compliance with global regulatory standards, and mitigate risks related to money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes. You will be responsible for implementing and monitoring compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and investigating suspicious activities to protect Deel’s customers and business. This role is central to Deel’s mission of simplifying global employment while maintaining the highest standards of security, compliance, and integrity.

Responsibilities 

• Monitor and analyze financial transactions to detect and report suspicious activity and potential financial crime risks.

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs and procedures in line with local and international regulations.

• Conduct thorough investigations and assessments of potential financial crime risks and work with relevant teams to resolve issues.

• Stay up-to-date with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices, ensuring Deel’s compliance programs remain effective and current.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., legal, operations, risk management) to identify and mitigate compliance risks.

• Prepare and file regulatory reports as required by relevant authorities.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in financial crime compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), fraud prevention, or related roles.

• Strong understanding of global financial crime regulations (e.g., AML, KYC, sanctions).

• Experience with transaction monitoring systems and investigation processes.

• Familiarity with risk assessment techniques and compliance risk management.

• Proficiency in regulatory reporting and filing suspicious activity reports (SARs).

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in identifying and investigating risks.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly.

• Problem-solving and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across teams.

• AML certifications (e.g., CAMS) and proficiency in English required; additional languages a plus.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Provided computer equipment tailored to your role

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including WeWork access where available

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@deel.com of the nature of the accommodation that you may require, to ensure your equal participation.