Senior Product Manager, Risk

Flutterwave was founded on the principle that every African must be able to participate and thrive in the global economy. To achieve this objective, we have built a trusted payment infrastructure that allows consumers and businesses (African and International) make and receive payments in a convenient borderless manner.

The Role: Flutterwave is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Product Manager to support our Risk Team.

As a Senior Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing the company's risk management and compliance strategy. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our products and services comply with regulatory requirements while delivering exceptional value to our customers.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the development and execution of the risk management and compliance strategy for Flutterwave's products and services. • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and identify potential areas of vulnerability. • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, compliance, and engineering teams, to address regulatory requirements and mitigate compliance risks. • Stay informed about industry regulations and market trends related to risk management and compliance. • Work closely with product development teams to integrate risk management and compliance requirements into product roadmaps and feature development. • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and compliance initiatives and recommend improvements as needed. • Provide leadership and guidance to the risk and compliance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Required competency and skillset to be a waver:

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred. • 5+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or a related field, preferably in the fintech industry. • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, including but not limited to KYC, AML, GDPR, and other relevant regulations. • Proven track record of developing and implementing risk management and compliance programs. • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify and assess risks effectively. • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality. • Experience working in an agile development environment is a plus. • Professional certifications such as CFA, CPA, or CRCM are desirable. • Deep understanding of fintech trends, technologies, and user experience principles. • Experience working in an agile development environment is highly desirable. • Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and lead cross-functional teams.

Note: The above job description is a general outline and may vary depending on the specific requirements of the company and the complexity of the fintech products being developed.