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Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier, every day.

What makes a Worldpayer? It’s simple: Think, Act, Win. We stay curious, always asking the right questions to be better every day, finding creative solutions to simplify the complex. We’re dynamic, every Worldpayer is empowered to make the right decisions for their customers. And we’re determined, always staying open – winning and failing as one.

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Global CDD Operations Senior Director to establish and lead a world-class CDD function. This is a unique opportunity to build a high performing team from the ground up across multiple jurisdictions, shaping the CDD landscape within the organisation.

The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of regulatory compliance, operational excellence and a proven track record in building a leading CDD team. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust CDD processes, systems and controls to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with local and international regulations.

Are you ready to make your mark? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

About the team

Our Legal, Risk, Compliance and Audit teams ensure we're doing business the right way. They help us balance a healthy risk appetite, so we're empowered to expand our horizons.

What you’ll own

Leadership:

Lead and develop a high performing CDD team through effective talent acquisition, onboarding and training programmes.Develop and implement performance management frameworks, including clear performance objectives, regular performance reviews and career development plans to build a high performing CDD function.Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that promotes open communication, knowledge sharing and professional growth.Cultivate a customer-centric culture with a strong understanding of risk and an innovative, proactive mindset to balance regulatory objectives and exceptional customer experience.Identify areas of improvement and emerging threats and develop comprehensive training programmes to enhance capabilities and expertise.

Stakeholder Management:

Develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration and alignment.Effectively communicate CDD risks, mitigation strategies and regulatory requirements to senior management.Represent the CDD function in internal and external forums, advocating for the importance of CDD and building strong industry relationships.Influence and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve CDD objectives while balancing business needs.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, enhance productivity, drive cost-effectiveness, and enhance the customer experience.

Global Due Diligence and Financial Crime Programme:

Implement a comprehensive ongoing monitoring programme aligned with regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures.Establish and lead the day-to-day execution of the Global Due Diligence programme ensuring strict adherence to all relevant regulations and internal policies.Maintain oversight of emerging issues or concerns, proactively managing them from identification to resolution.Own the resolution of issues arising from internal and external audits and/or independent reviews, ensure timely remediation.

Continuous Improvement

Promote a continuous improvement culture across the CDD Operations Team to achieve optimal levels of efficiency and productivity.Identify areas for process optimisation to enhance the user experience, reduce customer friction and drive efficiencies.Ensure change is implemented effectively within the team with a seamless transition.Stay abreast of trends and industry best practices to ensure processes remain up to date and effective.

Governance and Oversight:

Oversee the day-to-day performance of the team ensuring efficient, accurate execution of CDD processes and timely resolution of issues.Produce and analyse management information reports to inform decision making and highlight key trends.Provide regular reports, illustrating the capabilities and outcomes produced by the CDD Operations Team, enabling CDD Leadership to set strategic direction and progressive KPIs.Ensure effective management and oversight of the teams’ pipeline and success metrics.

Where you’ll own it

Our sites are hubs of activity, conversation, and openness. With inspiring, stylish workspaces we want people to feel excited to come and do their best work.

What you bring

Essential

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in regulatory compliance and operational roles with a strong focus on customer due diligence.A demonstrable understanding of legal/regulatory requirements pertaining to CDD.Proven experience in managing and leading teams in a fast-paced environment.A strategic thinker with the ability to identify, mitigate and communicate risks and issues that could impact the organisation and the customer experience.Ability to build a positive culture of continuous improvement and learning, encouraging professional development opportunities and knowledge sharing initiatives.Ability to maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, ensuring effective communication and alignment.Highly analytical and strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.

Desirable

Experience in merchant acquiring.Relevant professional qualifications e.g. Diploma in AML or Financial Crime, CAMs certification.Experience using tools such as Orbis, Actimize, Salesforce.

Worldpay perks - what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

A competitive salary and benefits.Time to support charities and give back to your community.Parental leave policy.Global recognition platform.Virgin Pulse access.Global employee assistance program.

What makes a Worldpayer

At Worldpay, we take our Values seriously, and we live them every day. Think like a customer, Act like an owner, and Win as a team.

Curious. Humble. Creative. We ask the right questions, listening and learning to get better every day. We simplify the complex and we’re always looking to create a bigger impact for our colleagues and customers.Empowered. Accountable. Dynamic. We stay agile, using our initiative, taking calculated risks to progress. Never standing still, never settling, we work at pace to achieve our goals. We champion our ideas and stay flexible to make them happen. We know that every action adds up.Determined. Inclusive. Open. Unlocking potential means working as one global community. Our work spans borders, and we stay united by our purpose. We collaborate, always encouraging others to perform at their best, welcoming new perspectives.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

Apply now to write the next chapter in your career. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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