Senior Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) - Remote

Overview

We are looking for our next senior Risk and Compliance superstar to join our team. Based in Milan, we are seeking a dedicated Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to join Wirex Digital Services SRL (Italy) and ensure our continued compliance with anti-financial crime regulations and MICA obligations. This role requires in-depth regulatory knowledge and a strategic approach to safeguarding our operations. Based within commutable distance to Milan, you will work closely with senior leadership to strengthen our compliance framework, ensuring Wirex remains a secure, sustainable, and fully compliant business in Italy. If you have the expertise and commitment to regulatory excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

In Short

• Manage the FC and MICA obligations in the entity.
• Provide regular reporting of key FC risks and mitigation plans.
• Provide employee FC training as required.
• Ensure appropriate controls and oversight of controls.
• Escalate issues to the Chief Risk & Compliance Officer.
• Lead on local reporting requirements to regulators.
• Obtain and access relevant “Know Your Client” information.
• Prepare external reports on money laundering suspicions.
• Enhance and implement the FC Programme.
• Work closely with other Wirex MLROs to share best practices.

Requirements

• Italian residency (must be physically located in Italy).
• Advanced fluency in Italian and English.
• Experience in the digital asset sector in Italy.
• Excellent knowledge of FC regulatory obligations.
• 5+ years of AML experience.
• ICA or ACAMS certification is highly desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong compliance culture, integrity, and trustworthiness.
• Analytical skills and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Birthday and Service Anniversary off each year.
• Enhanced leave allowances for family and sickness absence.
• Paid Charity Day.
• Flexible working hours and remote working (must be able to work in Milan office as needed).
• Annual Training Allowance.
• Extensive opportunity for career growth and professional development.