Compliance Officer

About the Role

Compliance is an integral part of the organization and supports the Senior Management in ensuring compliance with external and internal regulations to actively manage operational, regulatory and reputational risks. You will join a growing and dynamic team who are passionate about supporting the business, to ensure 100% compliance in risk and control matters. This is an excellent role for personal and professional development within a highly committed and collaborative team in a fast-paced environment. If you consistently strive to learn, seek new opportunities to enhance, redesign and improve processes, we are the match for your ambition.

What You Will Do

• Perform transaction monitoring and payment screening activities in accordance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and financial crime risk management standards.
• Investigate and assess suspicious transactions, conduct detailed case reviews, and prepare Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) where appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with team members on alert management, investigations, escalations, and case disposition decisions to ensure timely and consistent outcomes.
• Support the Financial Crime Lead in managing escalations, conducting quality assurance reviews, and enhancing investigation standards and processes.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable AML/CFT regulations, guidelines, and regulatory expectations, while identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Participate in ad hoc projects, initiatives, and cross-functional efforts related to financial crime compliance and operational excellence.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, with 2–4 years of experience in AML/CFT, transaction monitoring, payment screening, or financial crime compliance.
• Hands-on experience managing transaction monitoring alerts, conducting investigations, and documenting case findings and recommendations.
• Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations, financial crime typologies, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience with transaction monitoring and payment screening systems, including sanctions, watchlist, and name-screening processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate findings clearly and effectively.
• Experience within fintech, digital banking, payments, or digital asset organizations is highly desirable.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, CAFS, ICA, or equivalent financial crime qualifications are advantageous.