Job Description
Nium provides global infrastructure for real-time cross-border payments. We were founded on the mission to deliver the global payments infrastructure of tomorrow, today. Our platform enables banks, fintechs, and global businesses to move money instantly, everywhere.
Co-headquartered in San Francisco and Singapore with offices in 14 markets worldwide, we are entering one of the most exciting chapters in our journey. In March 2026, we delivered the largest month in our 11-year history with record revenue, record volumes, and EBITDA profitability. Today, Nium moves nearly $60B in payments annually, almost entirely for enterprises, while continuing to strengthen an already healthy balance sheet.
It is an incredible time to join us, and we are only just getting started.
Our payout network spans 190+ countries and 100 currencies, with 100 + corridors in real time. We power seamless transfers to accounts, wallets, and cards, support local collections in 35 markets, and as a principal card issuer on Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and UATP, Nium issues over 50 million card tokens every year. Backed by regulatory licenses in 40+ markets, we make it simple for our partners to onboard, integrate, and scale globally. This scale and innovation have earned us recognition as one of CNBC’s World’s Top Fintech Companies 2025, winner of Best Cross-Border Payments Solution at the PayTech Awards, and inclusion in FXC Intelligence’s Top 100 Cross-Border Payments Companies list.
In 2024, we raised US$50 million in Series E funding at a US$1.4 billion valuation to accelerate network expansion, product innovation, and talent growth. With the B2B payments market projected to hit US$175 trillion by 2030, Nium offers ambitious builders the chance to shape the future of global money movement with the scale of a leader and the energy of a high-growth company.
As the Sr. Manager - Regulatory Compliance & MLRO Lithuania, you will be working as part of Nium’s global, dynamic Compliance team. The Compliance team is responsible for advising the business on all compliance matters and ensuring the regulatory requirements for Lithuania are met. In addition, this team is also responsible for client onboarding, Transaction Monitoring, and for the detection and prevention of financial crime including, money laundering, and terrorist financing.
Responsibilities
Drafting compliance program, policies and procedures guided by the Laws of Lithuania/EU;
Performing annual AML/CTF risk assessments;
Leading annual AML/CTF audits;
Reviewing escalations raised internally including cases for high-risk customers, submitting STRs when deemed necessary;
Handling regulatory communication pertaining to AML/CTF, including notifications or regulatory inquiries;
Submitting NIUM EU partner registrations (TSP/distributor/etc);
Together with HoC, ensuring all aspects of KYC/TM follow regulatory requirements;
Educating and training employees;
Submitting necessary quarterly BoL;
making decisions to freeze funds and economic resources that belong to, are owned by, or are controlled by entities subject to sanctions and other decisions regarding application of international sanctions
Submit sanctions related reports to competent authorities and the BoL;
Conduct regular control of the implementation of international sanctions in the activities of the company.
Assisting HoC/MLRO in other capacities deemed necessary.
Requirements
At least 7 years’ experience as a Deputy MLRO in the fintech sector
Comprehensive understanding of the Bank of Lithuania’s regulations and the local Lithuanian fintech regulatory landscape
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Lithuanian
Excellent working knowledge of AML/CTF regulations
Ability to work independently, under pressure and to tight deadlines, managing competing priorities.
Ability to take ownership and drive projects forward.
Able to operate in a global, virtual environment.
Collaborate and engage with a variety of individual stakeholders.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
What we offer at Nium
We Value Performance: Through competitive salaries, performance bonuses, sales commissions, equity for specific roles and recognition programs, we ensure that all our employees are well rewarded and incentivized for their hard work.
We Care for Our Employees: The wellness of Nium’ers is our #1 priority. We offer medical coverage along with 24⁄7 employee assistance program, generous vacation programs including our year-end shut down. We also provide a flexible working hybrid working environment (3 days per week in the office).
We Upskill Ourselves: We are curious, and always want to learn more with a focus on upskilling ourselves. We provide role-specific training, internal workshops, and a learning stipend.
We Celebrate Together: We recognize that work is also about creating great relationships with each other. We celebrate together with company-wide social events, team bonding activities, happy hours, team offsites, and much more!
We Thrive with Diversity: Nium is truly a global company, with more than 33 nationalities, based in 18+ countries and more than 10 office locations. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
