Senior AML & Compliance Lead — Colombia

Ria Money Transfer; Bogotá ciudad; On-site; COP 120,000,000 - 180,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ria Money Transfer is seeking a Deputy Compliance Officer to lead the Compliance Management Program in Colombia. You will work with the Compliance Officer to prevent money laundering, financing, and fraud while ensuring adherence to local and international standards.

The role requires strong regulatory knowledge, data analytics, and independent decision-making, with responsibility for FIU oversight and regulator liaison. A senior professional with global compliance exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, statistics, mathematics, economics, or related fields.
• Minimum 10 years in compliance, risk management, fraud prevention or internal audit.
• Minimum 6 years managing AML/LAFT risks and related analyses in financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Compliance Management Program including AML/ATF and fraud controls.
• Lead FIU team and coordinate with the Compliance Officer to strengthen the program.
• Update and enforce policies and procedures to align with local regulations and international standards.
• Monitor transactions to detect suspicious activity and prepare regulatory reports.
• Liaise with regulators and ensure timely responses to inquiries and requests.

Skills

AML/LAFT knowledge

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

English proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in a relevant field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

Power BI

SPSS

Job description

Ria Money Transfer is seeking a Deputy Compliance Officer to lead the Compliance Management Program in Colombia. You will work with the Compliance Officer to prevent money laundering, financing, and fraud while ensuring adherence to local and international standards.

The role requires strong regulatory knowledge, data analytics, and independent decision-making, with responsibility for FIU oversight and regulator liaison. A senior professional with global compliance exposure is preferred.