Compliance Officer at Payzeep

Job Description

• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Company's compliance framework, policies, and control systems.
• Ensure all business processes and transactions comply with regulatory guidelines and internal policies.
• Support corporate governance structures, including board reporting, statutory filings, and policy oversight.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely communication and implementation across the Company.
• Serve as primary interface with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external legal advisers.
• Oversee timely and accurate regulatory filings to prevent penalties and maintain compliance standing.
• Conduct ongoing compliance risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Implement risk-based internal controls and compliance testing mechanisms.
• Lead investigations of compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee periodic compliance audits and reviews across subsidiaries and business units.
• Ensure effective documentation, custodianship, and record‑keeping of compliance activities.
• Review and approve compliance-related documentation, processes, and workflows.
• Develop and deliver compliance training for employees on regulations such as AML, anti‑bribery, data protection, and financial crime.
• Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct throughout the Company.
• Oversee the monitoring, detection, investigation, and reporting of suspicious and fraudulent transactions
• Ensure effective transaction monitoring and fraud detection controls are implemented and maintained
• Review fraud alerts, escalation reports, and investigation outcomes
• Coordinate timely filing of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other regulatory reports
• Liaise with regulators, law enforcement agencies, and financial intelligence units on fraud-related matters

Qualifications

• BSc/BA in law, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Proven work experience as a Compliance Officer or similar role
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Documenting and reporting skills
• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Compliance Officer
• Knowledge of legal requirements and controls in areas such as Anti-Money Laundering.
• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Integrity and professional ethics.
• Teamwork skills.