Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments. Wise is on a mission to make their life easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money. For everyone, everywhere.

More about our mission.

We’re looking for an AML Investigator to join our growing AML Investigation team in São Paulo. This role is a unique opportunity to have an impact on Wise’s mission, grow as a specialist in anti-money laundering and help save millions more people money.

Your mission: 

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 protect customers and Wise by investigating and reporting suspicious activity.

Here’s how you’ll be contributing to the AML Investigations team:

• Carry out reviews on alerted accounts on the basis of both internal and external information
• Assess actual payment activity and payment patterns
• Obtain further supporting information to mitigate ML/TF concerns
• Request and analyse supporting documents when needed
• Take ownership of an individual investigation and escalating any suspicious activity in accordance with internal procedures
• Participate in an active feedback loop between the AML Investigation team and the developers/product teams to improve our product quality from a compliance perspective
• Other ad hoc duties that need to be done.

• Previous experience in AML or investigating suspicious activity
• Your verbal and written English skills are excellent
• You have an exceptionally inquisitive mind. You are always looking out for more information where available, however, you are able to cut through the noise
• You have a great eye for detail. You are meticulous and can look at information with factual precision
• You have exceptional logical thinking. You are naturally able to interpret data and draw logical conclusions
• You have great communication skills, both written and verbal. You are able to express your thoughts concisely and logically
• You’re able to articulate and justify your decisions. You are confident and comfortable making independent judgement calls
• You’re able to work under pressure. You can multitask efficiently and take responsibility in challenging situations
• You’re curious, keen to learn and proactive by nature
• You’re a true team player but happy working alone on independent projects
• You’re open to and value feedback in order to improve
• Please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in English. Applications in Portuguese will not be considered

• Please apply by submitting your resume and cover letter in English. Applications in Portuguese will not be considered
• This is a hybrid position located in Sao Paulo (Vila Madalena), and not fully remote. You must be able to commute to the office or open to relocation
• Salary for this position is 8,000 BRL gross monthly, plus benefits, and RSUs

Benefits

• 🚀  RSU’s in a rapidly growing company after a year with us
• 💻  Flexible working model – During the first six months, you’ll be in office most days of the week to become fully immersed in Wise’s culture and ways of working. After the initial period, you’ll be in office at least 3 days per week. 
• ✈️  Wisers can work remotely for 90 days a year. By ‘remote’ we don’t just mean from home, but from wherever in the world you choose to
• 💪  An annual self-development budget
• 🩺  Health and dental allowance for you and your dependents
• 💝  Company-paid: Life Insurance, and an EAP program
• ☀️  Paid time off: 30 days vacation + 3 “Me” days + 1 volunteer day, annually
• 🏝️  A paid 6-week sabbatical leave after four years
• 👶🏼  18-weeks of paid parental leave, after a year with us and child care assistance
• 🚌 Transportation vouchers
• 🍕 Meal (708 BRL per month) and food (1,166 BRL per month) vouchers
• 🏋️ TotalPass access to 3,500 gyms and studios throughout Brazil
• Click here to learn more about the benefits that we offer at Wise

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For everyone, everywhere. 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.

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