About the RoleWe are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Compliance Onboarding Specialist to join our growing team at Velafi. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing and enhancing the onboarding and KYC (Know Your Customer) processes for our clients across multiple jurisdictions, with a strong focus on Brazil and Latin America.You will collaborate closely with Sales, Operations, and Compliance teams to design efficient, scalable onboarding frameworks that deliver a seamless customer experience while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced fintech environment and is passionate about balancing compliance excellence with business enablement.Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of onboarding controls, policies, and procedures to ensure efficiency, scalability, and regulatory compliance. Act as the subject matter expert for onboarding clients operating in Brazil, ensuring alignment with Brazilian local AML/CTF regulations and industry best practices. Perform detailed reviews and analysis of B2B customer documentation, including Customer Risk Assessments and Customer Due Diligence to support informed onboarding decisions. Partner with Sales, Operations, and other internal stakeholders to provide clear guidance on compliance requirements, enabling smooth client onboarding and expansion into new markets. Advise internal teams on AML risks and regulatory considerations when entering new industries or geographic regions. Conduct background checks, adverse media screenings, and ongoing monitoring of clients and prospects to identify and mitigate potential risks. Support the Compliance function in applying regulatory frameworks across LATAM jurisdictions, ensuring compliant operations in Brazil matters.What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, with a strong foundation in Compliance. 3+ years of hands-on experience in Compliance, preferably within fintech, digital banking, payments, or financial services environments. Strong knowledge of KYC, AML, CDD, and CRA frameworks Solid understanding of Brazilian AML/CTF regulations Familiarity with international regulatory standards, including BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC Ability to evaluate complex customer structures, identify risks, and make sound compliance decisions. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and communicate complex regulatory concepts clearly. Fluent in Spanish (English is a strong plus). Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-growing environment with evolving regulatory landscapes.