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 lives 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 and what we offer.

We’re looking for Sanctions Analysts to join our growing Sanctions Screening team in Singapore. This role is a unique opportunity to have an impact on Wise’s mission, grow as a Sanctions expert and help Wise stay compliant with Sanctions Regulations. If you enjoy analysing information, working with constant changes and have an eye for detail this job is for you. 

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 assessing whether alerts raised by our sanctions screening systems raise any sanctions concerns.

Here’s how you’ll be contributing to the Sanctions Screening team: 

• Follow operational procedures on sanctions alert handling for all alert types, including documenting the decision rationale. Speed and accuracy of decision making is essential.
• Perform analysis of potential matches against sanctions lists alerted through sanctions screening of customers and transactions.
• Communicate with customers when further information is required as part of reviewing against sanctions lists.
• Escalate alerts that may raise any potential reporting requirements.
• Provide inputs in order to refine automated sanctions screening risk methodology, reduce false positives, mitigate sanctions risks and improve customer experience.
• Able to take ownership and accountability for all cases, knowledge sharing and projects/tasks, if any.

About you: 

• You’re eligible to work in Singapore; we are NOT able to sponsor Visas for this role.
• You’re flexible with working hours - your shifts will include weekends and afternoons;
• Your verbal and written English and Japanese(Native preferably) 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 communicate in a cross-team environment;
• 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 punctual, independent, proactive and curious to learn;
• You’re a true team player but happy working alone on independent projects;
• You’re open to and value feedback in order to improve;
• Previous experience or knowledge about Sanctions is beneficial.

What do we offer: 

• Starting salary of SGD 4,275 per month  
• RSU’s in a rapidly growing company
• 💻  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 2 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

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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