Senior Compliance Officer — Remote & AML/KYC Expert

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Flexible working hours

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to join its financial services team. This fully remote role includes regulatory compliance oversight and policy development, with an administrative presence in Klerksdorp, North West.

You will develop, monitor, and update compliance programs while guiding business units in risk management and regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in compliance within financial services, with strong AML/KYC, data protection knowledge, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Master's degree or professional certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years in compliance, risk management, or audit in financial services.
• Deep knowledge of AML, KYC, and data protection laws.
• Proven ability to develop and implement compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, research, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance program.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and audits.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update policies accordingly.
• Provide guidance and training on AML, KYC, and data privacy.
• Prepare regulatory reports and liaise with authorities and auditors.
• Advise management on compliance implications of new initiatives.

Skills

AML knowledge

KYC knowledge

Data protection laws

Regulatory reporting

Compliance program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree or professional certification (CCEP, CRCM)

Tools

Compliance management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to join its financial services team. This fully remote role includes regulatory compliance oversight and policy development, with an administrative presence in Klerksdorp, North West.

You will develop, monitor, and update compliance programs while guiding business units in risk management and regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in compliance within financial services, with strong AML/KYC, data protection knowledge, and