Key Responsibilities
* Develop, implement, and continuously enhance AML/CFT and sanctions policies in alignment with Brazilian regulatory requirements and global best practices.
* Act as a primary compliance interface with regulators, including managing inspections, responding to inquiries, and executing remediation plans.
* Perform risk-based customer due diligence (CDD/KYC/KYB) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews for both individuals and corporate clients.
* Support ongoing monitoring activities, including transaction surveillance, sanctions screening, and the investigation of alerts or potentially suspicious behaviors.
* Prepare, review, and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other mandatory filings to COAF or relevant regulatory bodies.
* Track legislative and regulatory developments related to AML/CFT and sanctions, and drive timely updates to internal policies and procedures.
* Assist in delivering internal training programs to strengthen organizational awareness of AML/CFT and sanctions compliance obligations.
* Conduct periodic AML/CFT risk assessments to validate control effectiveness and ensure alignment with the company’s enterprise risk management framework.
* Maintain comprehensive documentation, audit trails, and recordkeeping for all compliance assessments, escalations, investigations, and filings.
* Support internal and external audits as well as regulatory reviews, ensuring timely and accurate provision of information.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology teams to enhance compliance systems, data quality, and operational efficiency.
* Contribute to the evaluation and oversight of third-party service providers supporting AML/CFT and broader compliance functions.
Requirements
* Must be legally residing in Brazil.
* Minimum 7 years of senior-level AML/CFT and sanctions compliance experience within financial services, fintech, or virtual asset service providers (VASPs).
* Demonstrated ability to operate independently as part of the second line of defense, with sound judgment in escalation and decision-making.
* Strong knowledge of COAF, the Central Bank of Brazil, CVM regulations, and FATF recommendations.
* Hands-on expertise in KYC/KYB processes, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting.
* Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related field; postgraduate studies or professional certifications (CAMS, ICA, etc.) strongly preferred.
* Excellent analytical abilities, high ethical standards, and full professional fluency in Portuguese and English.
* Must satisfy all fit-and-proper requirements, including:
* No history of bankruptcy or insolvency;
* An impeccable professional reputation;
* Strong understanding of the crypto industry, including market dynamics and associated risks;
* Technical competence aligned with the responsibilities of the role.