MFS Risk & Compliance Lead

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated MFS Risk & Compliance Lead for our Nabua office, reporting to the CEO of Fiji. The role ensures the Mobile Financial Services business complies with AML/CTF, fraud prevention and risk management requirements and serves as the AML Compliance Officer/Money Laundering Reporting Officer.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, review and implement the Fiji market AML/CTF compliance and risk‑management strategy, policies, procedures and controls.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, due‑diligence requirements and internal frameworks.
• Maintain and test AUSTRAC‑related AML/CTF obligations and controls.
• Conduct assurance reviews, identify control weaknesses and coordinate timely remediation.
• Oversee customer identification, verification, KYC due diligence and distribution‑channel controls.
• Work with regional AML and sanctions teams to resolve high‑risk customer and transaction‑screening matters.
• Manage incidents from identification through escalation, remediation, closure and governance reporting.
• Deliver risk‑ and compliance‑related training to internal and external business teams.
• Serve as the key contact for regulators, government agencies and industry bodies.
• Lead internal, external and regulatory audits, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Accounting, Auditing, Law or a related field; Master’s degree or CAMS certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in AML, risk and compliance management within financial services or a regulatory entity.
• Knowledge of AML laws and regulations applicable in Fiji and of Money Service Business regulations.
• Strong understanding of financial services, AML/CTF, regulatory environment and data‑trend analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams while demonstrating integrity and transparency.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical and life insurance.
• Mobile handset and call credit.
• Staff Unwired internet & Sky Pacific plans.
• Study leave and a recharge day for relaxation.
• Additional perks for the right candidate.