Compliance Specialist

Zetta Online; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Extended health & dental insurance

Corporate gym membership rates

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Office perks - coffee, snacks, fridge

Regular team events

Job summary

Zetta Online is seeking a Compliance Specialist to join our growing Compliance team. You will build and maintain compliance processes for crypto and fintech projects, handling KYC/CDD onboarding, policy maintenance, and ongoing monitoring.

This role offers exposure to a dynamic startup environment with a strong focus on fintech and regulatory compliance. As part of a hybrid team in a fintech-focused group, you will work across departments to ensure compliant customer onboarding and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in KYC/AML or a similar compliance role.
• Fluency in English – written and spoken.
• Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Adaptability and readiness to work in a dynamic startup environment.
• Proactive mindset and initiative in ambiguity.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the field of compliance.
• Knowledge of Excel or other data tools is a plus.
• Previous experience with writing and managing compliance Procedures and/or Policies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing, drafting, and maintaining internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepare and maintain compliance reports and documentation for management and audits.
• Assist with KYC/CDD onboarding and periodic reviews, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Verify and maintain customer due diligence documentation.
• Conduct PEP, Sanctions, and Adverse Media screening and document findings.
• Monitor and investigate unusual or suspicious client activity.
• Escalate potential risks or red flags to senior compliance team members.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth and compliant onboarding workflows.
• Maintain up-to-date client records and high standards of confidentiality and documentation.
• Provide support on compliance-related inquiries from clients and colleagues.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal processes and procedures in a fast-changing environment.

Skills

KYC/AML experience

Research

Analytical

Communication

Adaptability

Proactive mindset

Eagerness to learn

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

Full Time, Hybrid, Standard working hours

ABOUT US:

We are a fintech technology partner building payment solutions and software for businesses operating in highly regulated markets across the UK, USA, Germany, Malta, Lithuania, Cyprus, Turkey, and South Africa. Our award-winning payment systems support leading providers, while our wider expertise spans software development, cybersecurity, technical compliance, cloud, DevOps and managed IT.

We are part of Zetta Group, an international technology group with 25+ years of expertise. What started as a web hosting business has evolved into a full-service IT provider, with a growing focus on fintech, payments, blockchain and crypto.

Today, 200+ experts across Europe work on the infrastructure, applications and services that help regulated businesses launch, operate and scale. We bring together engineering, security and compliance under one roof, and guide our clients through complex digital and regulatory requirements, backed by 24/7 support.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are looking for a motivated Compliance Specialist to join our growing Compliance team. You will play a key role in building and maintaining compliance processes for crypto and fintech-related projects. This is a great opportunity for you to build on your experience in compliance and continue growing in the field.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with developing, drafting, and maintaining internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Prepare and maintain compliance reports and documentation for management and audits
• Assist with KYC/CDD onboarding and periodic reviews, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Verify and maintain customer due diligence documentation
• Conduct PEP, Sanctions, and Adverse Media screening and document findings
• Monitor and investigate unusual or suspicious client activity
• Escalate potential risks or red flags to senior compliance team members
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth and compliant onboarding workflows
• Maintain up-to-date client records and high standards of confidentiality and documentation
• Provide support on compliance-related inquiries from clients and colleagues
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal processes and procedures in a fast-changing environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

2+ years of experience in KYC, AML, or a similar compliance role

Fluency in English - both written and spoken

Strong research and analytical skills, with attention to detail

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Adaptability and readiness to work in a dynamic and evolving startup environment

Proactive mindset and ability to take initiative when faced with ambiguity

Eagerness to learn and grow within the field of compliance

Knowledge of Excel or other data tools is a plus

Previous experience with writing and managing compliance Procedures and/or Policies is a plus

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary package - because your talent deserves it
• Extended health & dental insurance - we’ve got your back (and teeth)
• Corporate gym membership rates - stay strong, grow fast
• Flexible working hours - results matter, not time spent at a desk
• Hybrid work model - work from home or join us at the office
• Office perks - unlimited coffee, snacks, and a stocked fridge
• Regular team events - from teambuildings to epic parties

If you have the required skills and experience, we would love to hear from you!