Senior Technical Product Manager: AML/Fraud
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Contract
- Full-time
The Senior Technical Product Manager: AML/Fraud is responsible for driving the strategy, design, and delivery of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Fraud prevention products and platforms. This role ensures regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and customer trust by leading cross-functional teams to build secure, scalable, and intelligent AML/Fraud detection solutions.
- Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Risk Management, or related field (mandatory).
- Postgraduate qualification (MBA, MSc in Risk/Compliance/Technology) – advantageous.
- Professional Certifications (preferred/required):
- CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist)
- CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
- CISSP / CISM (for security-aligned expertise)
- Agile Product Management certifications (PSPO, SAFe POPM)
- Relevant Experience
- 10–12 years’ experience in product management, risk technology, or financial services technology, with at least 5 years in AML/Fraud-focused platforms.
- Proven track record in delivering AML/Fraud detection systems, transaction monitoring, and compliance solutions.
- Strong background in regulatory compliance, fraud detection techniques, and AML frameworks.
- Hands-on experience with rule-based systems, AI/ML fraud detection, case management, and transaction analytics.
- Experience working in regulated industries (banking, fintech, insurance, telecom).
- Strong vendor and third-party product management exposure (e.g., Actimize, SAS, Feedzai, FICO, or equivalent).
- Core Skills & Competencies
- Strong technical product management expertise (APIs, integrations, data platforms).
- Deep understanding of AML regulations, fraud schemes, and compliance frameworks.
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management balancing compliance, risk, technology, and customer experience.
- Proven leadership in cross-functional delivery across engineering, risk, and compliance.
- Ability to influence executives, regulators, and technical teams with clarity.