The Compliance Officer will support the implementation and day-to-day operation of the company’s compliance and regulatory framework across multiple business units. This role is ideal for a compliance professional with basic experience who is looking to build hands-on exposure across regulated industries.
The Compliance Officer will assist with KYC/AML processes, compliance monitoring, documentation, and regulatory support, while working closely with senior management and external compliance partners to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
Key Responsibilities
KYC / AML Operations
- Conduct customer, vendor, and partner KYC onboarding checks in line with regulatory requirements.
- Review and verify identification documents and supporting information.
- Perform basic customer risk profiling and maintain accurate KYC records.
- Support periodic reviews, KYC refresh exercises, and enhanced due diligence (under supervision).
- Monitor transactions for AML red flags and escalate suspicious activities appropriately.
Compliance Operations Support
- Assist in implementing and maintaining compliance processes across all business units.
- Ensure daily operations align with internal compliance policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Maintain compliance trackers, logs, and checklists.
Regulatory Monitoring & Support
- Monitor regulatory updates related to AML, KYC, and general compliance obligations.
- Escalate relevant regulatory changes to senior team members.
- Support responses to regulatory requests and audits by collating required documentation.
Risk Assessment & Controls
- Assist with basic compliance risk assessments and internal control reviews.
- Support audit preparation and track remediation actions arising from findings.
Policies, Documentation & Reporting
- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating compliance policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready compliance documentation and records.
- Prepare simple compliance reports for internal review.
Training & Awareness
- Support compliance training and awareness programs for employees.
- Assist with onboarding staff on basic compliance and AML requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
- 1–2 years’ experience in compliance, AML/KYC, risk, audit, or regulatory support roles.
- Basic understanding of AML/KYC principles and compliance processes.
- Professional certification (ACAMS or similar) is an advantage but not required.
- Interested candidates should forward their CV to recruiter.b@fmragency.com
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