Director, Brazil Compliance Officer & MLRO
Core
Lead Brazil's regulatory compliance and risk management strategy as the primary point of contact for Brazilian regulators, ensuring adherence to AML/CFT, sanctions, and VASP framework requirements.
Role type
Director, Compliance Officer & MLRO
Builds
Regulatory compliance programs, risk management frameworks, and reporting systems for Brazil operations.
Domain
Financial Services / Fintech / Blockchain / Regulatory Compliance
Required skills
Strategic risk management, regulatory strategy, AML/CFT expertise, sanctions screening, regulatory reporting, stakeholder management, policy development, program oversight, data analytics, change management
Preferred skills
Experience with Brazilian VASP regime, knowledge of BCB requirements, cross-functional leadership, global team collaboration, blockchain environment compliance
Technologies
Slack, Apple MacOS, GSuite
Responsibilities
Drive compliance strategy and execution for Brazil; act as primary liaison with Brazilian regulators; manage licensing and authorization processes with BCB; oversee AML/CFT, sanctions, and suspicious activity reporting; design and implement compliance frameworks and systems; monitor regulatory developments; oversee internal and external investigations of financial crimes; manage outsourcing compliance; develop and review policies and procedures.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & hands-on execution