About the role
We are seeking an experienced Compliance Manager to oversee Yousend’s regulatory and compliance program in Canada. This is a full-time role based in Canada, responsible for ensuring that Yousend operates in line with FINTRAC requirements and other relevant Canadian regulations governing Money Services Businesses (MSBs).
The Compliance Manager will serve as the Canadian MLRO for Yousend’s MSB entity, with responsibility for AML/ATF programs, regulatory reporting, and ongoing engagement with regulators and banking partners. You will also collaborate with global compliance colleagues to harmonise standards across all Yousend markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the designated Compliance Officer for Yousend’s Canadian MSB license, reporting directly to senior management.
- Develop, implement, and oversee the AML/ATF compliance program in accordance with Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) and FINTRAC guidance.
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of all regulatory reports, including suspicious transaction reports (STRs), large cash transaction reports (LCTRs), and others as required.
- Conduct risk assessments of products, services, delivery channels, and customer types.
- Lead compliance training for employees in Canada and support awareness programs across the organization.
- Maintain strong relationships with regulators, auditors, and banking partners.
- Oversee transaction monitoring, KYC/CDD processes, and escalation of suspicious activities.
- Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Treasury teams to ensure controls are embedded in day-to-day processes.
- Stay abreast of regulatory developments in Canada and assess their impact on Yousend’s operations.
- Support compliance reporting to the Board and global compliance leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5–7 years of experience in compliance, AML/ATF, or regulatory roles within financial services, remittances, or fintech.
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian MSB regulations, FINTRAC requirements, and AML/ATF best practices.
- Proven experience in building and managing compliance programs.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in complex regulatory environments.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA, CFE) are a strong advantage.
- Experience working in cross-border payments, remittances, or money transfer businesses is highly desirable.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Compliance Manager to oversee Yousend’s regulatory and compliance program in Canada. This is a full-time role based in Canada, responsible for ensuring that Yousend operates in line with FINTRAC requirements and other relevant Canadian regulations governing Money Services Businesses (MSBs).
The Compliance Manager will serve as the Canadian MLRO for Yousend’s MSB entity, with responsibility for AML/ATF programs, regulatory reporting, and ongoing engagement with regulators and banking partners. You will also collaborate with global compliance colleagues to harmonise standards across all Yousend markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the designated Compliance Officer for Yousend’s Canadian MSB license, reporting directly to senior management.
- Develop, implement, and oversee the AML/ATF compliance program in accordance with Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA) and FINTRAC guidance.
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of all regulatory reports, including suspicious transaction reports (STRs), large cash transaction reports (LCTRs), and others as required.
- Conduct risk assessments of products, services, delivery channels, and customer types.
- Lead compliance training for employees in Canada and support awareness programs across the organization.
- Maintain strong relationships with regulators, auditors, and banking partners.
- Oversee transaction monitoring, KYC/CDD processes, and escalation of suspicious activities.
- Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Treasury teams to ensure controls are embedded in day-to-day processes.
- Stay abreast of regulatory developments in Canada and assess their impact on Yousend’s operations.
- Support compliance reporting to the Board and global compliance leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- 5–7 years of experience in compliance, AML/ATF, or regulatory roles within financial services, remittances, or fintech.
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian MSB regulations, FINTRAC requirements, and AML/ATF best practices.
- Proven experience in building and managing compliance programs.
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in complex regulatory environments.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ICA, CFE) are a strong advantage.
- Experience working in cross-border payments, remittances, or money transfer businesses is highly desirable.