Compliance Operations Specialist

In this role, you will handle day-to-day compliance tasks such as KYC/KYB, beneficiary approvals and regulatory inquiries related to payments and transactions. You will assist customers during the Onboarding process and collaborate with internal teams to ensure full adherence to global regulatory requirements.

This position also includes the ongoing operation of compliance controls, identifying potential risks, addressing discrepancies, and ensuring seamless execution of compliance policies. The role requires flexibility, including rotational Friday shifts (working days: Sun-Thu or Mon-Fri).

Key Responsibilities:

1. Daily Compliance Operations:

Implement and enforce compliance policies and procedures across internal teams and external partners.
Operate internal compliance systems, including beneficiary/payer approvals.
Provide accurate and prompt regulatory responses to compliance-related inquiries.
Monitor day-to-day compliance operations, identifying potential risks and escalating red flags to management.
Support clients during Onboarding, including KYC, KYB questionnaires, annual KYC updates, and due diligence processes.
Collaborate with compliance vendors, including sanction screening and blacklist providers.
Execute and maintain the company’s compliance control program.
Conduct ongoing monitoring and identify compliance gaps and report to the Compliance Officer.
Prepare compliance control reports and provide operational recommendations for process improvements.

2. Regulatory Knowledge:

Maintain a deep understanding of international and local regulations affecting payments, such as PSD2, AML, GDPR, and others.
Stay informed about regulatory updates in the jurisdictions where the company operates.

3. Compliance Support:

Support other compliance team members as needed.
Collaborate with regulatory enforcement authorities when required.
Provide regulatory guidance and support to internal teams and stakeholders.

Requirements:

Experience:

3–5 years of experience in operational compliance roles within payments, clearing, or international financial institutions.
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Proven experience working with payment regulations and compliance frameworks.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

1. Attention to Detail and Analytical Skills:

Proficiency in Excel with the ability to analyze data accurately.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Strong team collaboration skills.

2. Compliance Knowledge:

In-depth understanding of compliance regulations in payments and financial institutions.
Proven ability to address complex regulatory challenges across global markets.

3. Operational Compliance Experience:

Hands-on experience in compliance operations within global payment companies or financial institutions.
Ability to execute daily compliance tasks efficiently across internal and external stakeholders.

4. Language Proficiency:

Fluent English – Must
Additional languages - strong advantage