Senior AML & Compliance Specialist - Remote (LATAM)

LaFinteca; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role

Remote work flexibility

Clear career progression

Job summary

LaFinteca is building the future of payments in LATAM and seeks a Compliance Specialist to oversee merchant onboarding, AML compliance, and regulatory analysis across Latin America. You will contribute to policy development and risk management while collaborating with a global team.

The role emphasizes data-driven regulatory research, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive problem-solving to enable compliant growth in international markets. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Compliance, or a related field.
• Experience in Compliance, AML, KYC/KYB, due diligence, and regulatory analysis.
• Knowledge of financial regulations, AML frameworks, and corporate due diligence procedures.
• Ability to research and interpret regulatory requirements across different jurisdictions.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and reviewing corporate documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Experience in fintech, payments, financial services, or iGaming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end onboarding and due diligence processes for merchants and partners, ensuring compliance with AML guidelines and internal policies.
• Review corporate documentation, conduct risk assessments, and prepare partner profile reports.
• Coordinate due diligence requests involving partners, service providers, financial institutions, and other relevant organizations.
• Draft merchant agreements, review proposed amendments, and maintain accurate onboarding records and Jira tickets.
• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on different regulatory frameworks.
• Prepare regulatory briefs and compliance assessments to support decision-making and potential business opportunities.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on existing and future business operations.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal compliance and AML policies.
• Ensure efficient and compliant onboarding of merchants and partners.
• Maintain alignment between business operations and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen internal compliance policies, risk assessments, and AML frameworks.
• Support strategic business decisions through regulatory research and analysis.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement across compliance operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Compliance, or a related field

Job description

LaFinteca is building the future of payments in LATAM and seeks a Compliance Specialist to oversee merchant onboarding, AML compliance, and regulatory analysis across Latin America. You will contribute to policy development and risk management while collaborating with a global team.

The role emphasizes data-driven regulatory research, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive problem-solving to enable compliant growth in international markets. Fluency in English and Spanish is required.