We’re looking for a Surveillance Analyst to join our Surveillance team in our Tallinn office!

Wise has already pioneered new ways for people to transfer money across borders and currencies. Our customers can also manage their hard-earned money with the world’s first platform to offer true multi-currency banking. Your mission is to investigate and monitor high risk customersaccording to regulations, risk appetite and Wise’s policies. 

The role as a Surveillance Analyst gives you the opportunity to:

• Review and monitor high risk and complex customer verification cases, having a deep and broad knowledge of Wise compliance framework and the regulatory environment
• Perform due diligence on customers and businesses through a variety of data sources including websites, financial statements, AML policies and external legal opinion; take a risk-based approach to work effectively and maintain speed, quality and consistency;
• Have a deep understanding of different business models, customer types, country risks and regulatory requirements across multiple geographies;
• Take risk-based case decisions with a clearly documented and auditable record, in the context of our customer due diligence policy, acceptable use policy and applicable regulations;
• Communicate with customers as required to handle escalated or complicated cases with strong customer empathy as well as clear communication of decisions and policies;
• Coach others on our regulatory obligations, how our policies fulfil them and our risk-based approach to deterring and preventing money laundering and financial crime;
• Work in the team and with compliance to evolve both our policies and our due diligence processes, continuously improving our knowledge, risk management and customer experience;
• Escalate any suspicions and/or concerns to the AML and Fraud teams for review;
• Work as Surveillance expert sharing knowledge across teams, delivering a great customer experience and contributing through side projects and ideas on process, policy or product improvements;
• Analyse, re-evaluate, build and document risk factors and risk mitigation methods for Wise high risk customers;
• Represent the policies, processes and auditable Surveillance work to regulators and auditors.

As the Surveillance Analyst you should have the following skills:

• Your verbal and written English skills are excellent;
• You can multitask and take responsibility in different situations;
• You can handle routine well and have a razor sharp attention to detail;
• You're punctual, independent, proactive and willing to get things done;
• You’re a good communicator and can work in cross-team environment;
• Finance/accounting background is a plus;
• You are legally authorised to work in Estonia. We are not able to support visas or relocation for this role. 

What do we offer: 

• Starting salary: 2000 EUR
• Company Restricted Stock Units
• Numerous great benefits in our Tallinn office 

Key benefits:

• Flexible working - whether it’s working from home, school plays or life admin we get that flexibility is essential and you’re trusted to do the right thing and be responsible
• Paid annual holiday, sick days, parental leave and other leave opportunities
• 6 weeks of paid sabbatical after 4 years at Wise on top of annual leave

If you're interested in the position, please apply by submitting your CV and Cover Letter.

Hiring process:

• Application review
• Take Home assignment
• Phone screening call
• Final interview with two team leads
• Start date: Q1 2024

Salary (monthly)€2.000—€2.000 EUR

We're people 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.

Every Wiser should feel that they can be themselves at work. Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to share their contributions towards mission zero and able to progress in their careers.

Having diverse teams that reflect our diverse customer base helps us build a better product. We can be more creative and empathetic to our customer's needs and life experiences and makes sure we leave no-one behind on our journey to mission-zero.

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