Financial Regulatory Compliance Specialist

About the Role This is a key position within our organization, responsible for leading and executing our Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) strategies. The successful candidate will be an expert in AML/CFT regulations and will have extensive experience in implementing and maintaining effective compliance programs. Key Responsibilities We are seeking a highly skilled professional to develop, implement, and continuously enhance AML/CFT policies and procedures in alignment with Brazilian regulatory requirements and global best practices. The ideal candidate will act as a primary compliance interface with regulators, including managing inspections, responding to inquiries, and executing remediation plans. They will perform risk-based customer due diligence (CDD/KYC/KYB) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews for both individuals and corporate clients. In addition, the successful candidate will support ongoing monitoring activities, including transaction surveillance, sanctions screening, and the investigation of alerts or potentially suspicious behaviors. They will prepare, review, and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other mandatory filings to COAF or relevant regulatory bodies. Our team member will track legislative and regulatory developments related to AML/CFT and sanctions, and drive timely updates to internal policies and procedures. They will also assist in delivering internal training programs to strengthen organizational awareness of AML/CFT and sanctions compliance obligations. The role involves conducting periodic AML/CFT risk assessments to validate control effectiveness and ensure alignment with the company's enterprise risk management framework. Maintaining comprehensive documentation, audit trails, and recordkeeping for all compliance assessments, escalations, investigations, and filings is also a key responsibility. Supporting internal and external audits as well as regulatory reviews, ensuring timely and accurate provision of information, is also required. Cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology teams to enhance compliance systems, data quality, and operational efficiency is essential. Contribution to the evaluation and oversight of third-party service providers supporting AML/CFT and broader compliance functions is also expected. Requirements The successful candidate must be legally residing in Brazil. Minimum 7 years of senior-level AML/CFT and sanctions compliance experience within financial services, fintech, or virtual asset service providers (VASPs). Demonstrated ability to operate independently as part of the second line of defense, with sound judgment in escalation and decision-making. Strong knowledge of COAF, the Central Bank of Brazil, CVM regulations, and FATF recommendations. Hands-on expertise in KYC/KYB processes, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting. Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related field; postgraduate studies or professional certifications (CAMS, ICA, etc.) strongly preferred. Excellent analytical abilities, high ethical standards, and full professional fluency in Portuguese and English. Must satisfy all fit-and-proper requirements, including: No history of bankruptcy or insolvency; An impeccable professional reputation; Strong understanding of the crypto industry, including market dynamics and associated risks; Technical competence aligned with the responsibilities of the role.