Financial Crime Specialist (focused on suspicious activity reporting)

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Budapest, HUN
Hybrid
Fintech • Mobile • Payments • Software • Financial Services
Wise is one of the fastest growing fintechs in the world and we’re on a mission to make money without borders a new norm
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Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.
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Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
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Job Description

We’re looking for a dedicated Financial Crime Specialist to join our Suspicious Activity Reporting team in Budapest, Hungary. This role offers a unique opportunity to directly impact Wise’s mission and grow as a specialist in financial crime. Your mission will be to protect our customers and Wise by reporting suspicious activity.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about financial crime risk and keen to work in a fast-paced and rapidly growing fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review and Analyze: Review customer accounts and transaction patterns for unusual or suspicious activity, identifying potential red flags related to money laundering, fraud, or other financial crimes.
  • Prepare Suspicious Activity Reports: Draft and submit reports based on findings, ensuring that all necessary details are accurately documented and submitted in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with Compliance Teams: Work closely with other compliance team members and departments to ensure that suspicious activities are properly investigated and documented.
  • Adhere to Regulatory Guidelines: Stay up-to-date on financial crime regulations, laws, regional best practices, and related reporting requirements.
  • Maintain Confidentiality: Safeguard sensitive information, ensuring all reports and documentation are handled with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity.
  • Continuous Learning: Participate in training sessions and remain knowledgeable about emerging trends and tools in financial crime detection.

Qualifications

  • Language Skills: You must be able to communicate clearly and professionally in English (other languages are a plus).
  • Experience: Previous experience in a financial crime-related field (AML, fraud detection) is a plus, but not required. We are open to candidates who are highly detail-oriented, willing to learn, and have transferable skills.
  • Strong Attention to Detail: Ability to handle routine tasks with high accuracy and maintain consistency in work product, even under pressure.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial transactions, identify patterns, and make informed decisions based on regulatory requirements and risk factors.
  • Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly for drafting clear, detailed reports.
  • Time Management: Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities with precision and accuracy.
  • Ethical Integrity: A strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality and the ethical considerations in financial crime investigations.
  • Right to Work in Hungary: We don't offer visa or relocation support for this role.

Additional Information

If you’re ready to take on an exciting challenge and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter in English on or before 18th of July 2025.

NoteApplications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Hiring Process

  1. Application Review: We’ll evaluate your experience and skills.
  2. Homework: (3 calendar days to complete)
  3. Final Interview: Meet with our Team Lead for an in-depth discussion.

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For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders  — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

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Wise Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity is granted to all employees via time‑based RSUs/stock awards, aligning staff with company performance. This broad accessibility makes ownership a core part of total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Policies include a global minimum of 33–36 paid days off and a paid six‑week sabbatical after four years with a cash stipend. The sabbatical is positioned as a standard milestone benefit in addition to annual leave.
  • Parental & Family Support Wise commits to a minimum of 18 weeks’ fully paid parental leave for birth or adoption across many offices. Eligibility rules and tenure may apply by location while maintaining a companywide minimum standard.

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Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. With Wise Account and Wise Business, people and businesses can hold 40 currencies, move money between countries and spend money abroad. Large companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new network for the world's money. Launched in 2011, Wise is one of the world’s fastest growing, profitable tech companies. In fiscal year 2025, Wise supported around 15.6 million people and businesses, processing over $185 billion in cross-border transactions and saving customers around $2.6 billion.

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