Compliance Officer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in India.

📋 Description

• Serve as the appointed Principal Officer / MLRO responsible for ensuring adherence to the PMLA, PML Rules, and relevant FIU-IND regulations.

• Develop and uphold the AML/CFT/CPF framework, which encompasses policies, risk assessments, transaction monitoring, and associated controls.

• Supervise regulatory submissions to FIU-IND, including STR, CTR, and other necessary reports.

• Manage KYC/KYB, CDD/EDD, sanctions screening, and customer risk management frameworks.

• Oversee financial crime prevention measures for both fiat and virtual asset transactions, including blockchain analytics and Travel Rule obligations.

• Act as the main AML/CFT liaison for FIU-IND and other pertinent authorities, including during regulatory audits and inquiries.

• Present AML reports to senior management and governance committees.

• Facilitate audits, evaluations, and remedial actions.

⛳️ Requirements

• 8–10 years of pertinent experience, with substantial expertise in AML/CFT, financial crime, or regulatory compliance within India.

• In-depth understanding of PMLA, PML Rules, and FIU-IND expectations.

• Practical experience with FIU-IND reporting and FINnet, including STR/CTR submissions.

• Fulfill all relevant fit and proper criteria for the role of Principal Officer / MLRO, demonstrating the necessary integrity, competence, experience, and regulatory standing.

• Qualify as a management-level officer for the Principal Officer position under relevant PML Rules.

• Reside in India and possess the ability to directly engage with FIU-IND and other relevant authorities.

• Previous experience as a Principal Officer, MLRO, Compliance Officer, or in a similar regulated role.

• Background in payments, fintech, banking, or digital assets; experience with VDA/crypto is highly preferred.

• Knowledgeable in blockchain analytics, sanctions, KYC/CDD, and transaction monitoring.

• Hold a relevant AML certification such as CAMS.

🏝️ Benefits

• Study Growth Fund that supports professional development and ongoing learning.

• Regular internal team-building activities, workshops, and events.

• Opportunity for global collaboration with a diverse, international team.

• Possibilities for career advancement and growth.

• Internal mobility and job opportunities within the organization.