Remote Fintech Compliance Officer: MLRO Support & KYC

Black Pen Recruitment; Remote; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment agency is seeking a Compliance Officer to support compliance oversight in a remote role. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of compliance experience, preferably in fintech, with strong skills in KYC onboarding and transaction monitoring. Responsibilities include supporting the MLRO, conducting due diligence checks, and maintaining compliance policies. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative team environment and opportunities for career growth within the fintech industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of compliance experience, ideally in fintech or financial services.
• Hands-on experience with KYC onboarding and transaction monitoring systems.
• Detail-oriented and organised, able to handle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the MLRO in all aspects of compliance oversight.
• Carry out customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) checks.
• Conduct transaction monitoring and escalate suspicious activity.
• Assist with internal compliance reporting and regulator requests.

Skills

Compliance experience

KYC onboarding

Transaction monitoring

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Law, Business, or related field

ACAMS certification

Job description

A technology recruitment agency is seeking a Compliance Officer to support compliance oversight in a remote role. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of compliance experience, preferably in fintech, with strong skills in KYC onboarding and transaction monitoring. Responsibilities include supporting the MLRO, conducting due diligence checks, and maintaining compliance policies. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative team environment and opportunities for career growth within the fintech industry.