FinCrime Operations Specialist - Screening Project Team at Wise

Tallinn, Harju, Estonia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

2650.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Project Management, Communication, Teamwork, Operational Excellence, Stakeholder Management, Automation, AI Tools, Documentation, Problem Solving, Cultural Awareness, Accountability, Efficiency Improvement, Compliance, Customer Experience, Quality Assurance

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company Description Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money. Min fees. Max ease. Full speed. 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. For everyone, everywhere. More about our mission and what we offer. Job Description As a Screening Operations Specialist at Wise, you will drive operational excellence across FinCrime screening—PEP, adverse media, and sanctions—by leading data-driven initiatives, ensuring clear communication, and serving as the central point of coordination across teams. You will be instrumental in translating strategic goals into actionable tasks, accelerating efficiency, and supporting the adoption of new technologies.This includes areas such as resourcing, culture, compliance, customer experience, quality and training. The subject role will be in the Screening Project Team, which is responsible for documentation, continuous improvement, cross-team communication, stakeholder management, and acts as a subject-matter expert in various areas that has an impact on the Screening Operational Teams. Here’s how you’ll be contributing to the team Analyze operational performance data and key efficiency metrics to identify areas of improvement Lead data driven initiatives to continuously improve the team's operational output and quality Define, scope, and track the delivery of operational initiatives Support the adoption of automation and AI tools Document project activities, key decisions, and resulting changes, ensuring comprehensive and up-to-date records Serve as the point of contact between the Operations team and key stakeholders, including Product, Compliance, and Engineering Manage operational change implementation, including testing new features, validating results against requirements, and providing structured feedback to stakeholders Proactively identify and remove roadblocks If you are interested in the position, please apply by submitting your CV and Cover Letter in English. We will unfortunately be unable to progress with your application this time if you have applied for the same role within the last 6 months. Qualifications Strong written and verbal communicator. You set clear targets, track progress, and hold yourself accountable. You take ownership, follow through, and are a strong team player. You can analyse data, draw conclusions, and explain how to move key KPIs/SLAs. You work effectively across cultures, geographies, and disciplines. You’re keen to build project‑management and organisational skills. You’re eligible to work in Estonia (we cannot provide visa or residence permit sponsorship for this role) Additional Information Application Requirements If you have applied for this same role within the last 6 months, we will be unable to progress with your application at this time. If you currently have an active application for another role within Wise, we will await the outcome of that process before reviewing your application for this position, as we process one application per candidate at a time. When to expect a response We aim to respond to all applicants as quickly as possible. However, due to high application volumes, there may be some delays. Here are our expected review timeframes: CV & Cover Letter Review - 2 working days Take Home Assignment - 3 calendar days for completion / 7 calendar days for review First Interview - 5 working days Final Interview - 5 working days Benefits Brutto Salary: 2650 EUR Restricted Stock Units (RSU) Paid Sabbatical Other Benefits 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. Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Responsibilities

As a Screening Operations Specialist, you will drive operational excellence across FinCrime screening by leading data-driven initiatives and ensuring clear communication. You will also manage operational change implementation and serve as the central point of coordination across teams.