Are you ready to write your next chapter? Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for an experienced CDD Operations Manager to join our ever evolving Customer Due Diligence Team team based in the Netherlands to help us unleash the potential of every business. Location: Amsterdam Office - Hybrid working option available Leadership & Team Management What you’ll own as the CDD Operations Manager
Develop and mentor a high-performing CDD team with clear performance frameworks, objectives, and career development plans
Foster a collaborative culture that balances regulatory compliance with exceptional customer experience
Implement effective capacity planning and workload allocation based on risk profiles and team capabilities
Monitor backlogs, identify bottlenecks, and ensure appropriate prioritisation of high-risk cases
Program Execution & Continuous Improvement
Lead day-to-day execution of the Global Due Diligence program ensuring strict regulatory compliance
Maintain oversight of emerging issues, proactively managing them from identification to resolution
Identify process optimisation opportunities to enhance user experience and drive efficiencies
Stay current with industry trends and best practices to keep processes effective and up to date
Stakeholder Management & Governance
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration
Represent the CDD function in various forums, advocating for its importance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvements and enhance productivity
Produce and analyse management information to inform decision-making and highlight key trends
Essential What You'll Bring
Minimum of 3 years' experience managing a CDD/KYC team, with proven skills in performance management and operational oversight
Experience leading CDD/KYC operations in financial institutions, ensuring processes align with both local and international regulatory requirements
Demonstrated ability to assess customer risk, manage enhanced due diligence cases, and drive operational efficiency
Track record of effective collaboration with compliance, risk, and front-office teams
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Proven capacity planning and workload management experience in high-volume compliance environments
Ideally fluent in English (reading, writing, and verbal) is essential, Dutch and German would also be advantageous.
Desirable
Experience in merchant acquiring or payment services
Proficiency with AML/KYC systems and tools (e.g., Actimize, Orbis, Fenergo)
Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA or equivalent financial crime qualifications
Strong understanding of AML/KYC regulatory frameworks across the EU, including DNB (De Nederlandsche Bank), AFM (Authority for the Financial Markets), and European Banking Authority requirements
Experience with transaction monitoring, sanctions screening
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic CDD Operations Manager based in our Amsterdam Office in the Netherlands to lead a world-class CDD function.
The successful candidate will possess an understanding of regulatory compliance, operational excellence and have a proven track record in leading CDD team.
You will be responsible for leading a team of 8 CDD Analysts ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
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