Head of Risk, Compliance & AML

About the role

Finbox CJSC is seeking a hands‑on Head of Risk, Compliance & AML to design, implement and lead the company’s risk management, regulatory compliance and anti‑money‑laundering framework. This senior position works closely with the CEO and cross‑functional teams to embed robust controls while supporting rapid growth.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain an enterprise risk management framework, Risk Register and top‑risk monitoring.
• Identify, assess and monitor regulatory, operational, AML, financial‑crime, technology and third‑party risks.
• Develop and maintain AML/KYC, sanctions, PEP and transaction‑monitoring frameworks.
• Coordinate regulatory requests, inspections, remediation plans and communication with the Central Bank of Armenia.
• Review new products, partnerships and transaction flows from risk, compliance and AML perspectives.
• Establish KRIs, compliance monitoring and regular management reporting.
• Organise the Risk Management Committee and follow up on agreed actions.
• Monitor incidents, control deficiencies and remediation actions.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, AML or internal control within banking, payments or another regulated financial institution.
• Strong understanding of Armenian financial regulation and Central Bank of Armenia requirements.
• Practical experience with AML/KYC, sanctions screening and transaction‑monitoring controls.
• Experience creating risk assessments, risk registers, internal policies and remediation plans.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes and controls.
• Excellent analytical, prioritisation and communication skills for senior management.
• Comfortable working in a growing organisation and personally executing tasks.
• Fluent in Armenian and Russian; working English is preferred.