AML and Compliance Officer

About the company:
At BID Operations, we are passionate about supporting our clients in their journey towards success. Our mission is to empower you to thrive by handling the essential yet time-consuming aspects of your business operations, allowing you to concentrate on strategic growth and innovation.

About the role:

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support our AML/CTF compliance efforts across multiple jurisdictions. In this role, you’ll help develop and maintain compliance frameworks, oversee customer due diligence processes, and monitor transactions to identify and escalate suspicious activity. You’ll work closely with internal teams to ensure regulatory requirements are met while balancing business needs.

The role also involves reviewing high-risk clients, supporting reporting obligations, and ensuring proper record-keeping and data protection practices. You’ll contribute to staff training, promote awareness of compliance standards, and help strengthen internal processes. This is a great opportunity to build deep expertise in compliance within a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Job Responsibility

AML/CTF Framework & Policy

Develop, review, and update AML/CTF policies and procedures in line with relevant laws and regulatory requirements.
Implement group-wide AML/CTF compliance standards and ensure consistency across jurisdictions.
Maintain and enhance the company's AML risk-based approach and customer due diligence (CDD) procedures.

Customer Due Diligence (CDD/KYC)

Oversee the onboarding and ongoing due diligence of clients, ensuring appropriate identification, verification, and screening (including PEP, sanctions, and adverse media).
Review high-risk client profiles and approve enhanced due diligence (EDD) measures.
Monitor and ensure third-party verification tools (e.g., SumSub, WorldCheck) are effectively configured and maintained.

Transaction Monitoring & Reporting

Monitor client transactions for suspicious activity using automated surveillance tools and manual reviews.
Investigate alerts, document findings, and escalate suspicious activity reports (SMR) to the CCO.
Prepare and submit reports to relevant financial intelligence units (e.g., AUSTRAC, FIU-Mauritius, FSA Seychelles) within required timelines.

Training & Awareness

Conduct AML/CTF training for employees across departments.
Ensure staff are familiar with red-flag indicators, typologies, and escalation channels.

Record-Keeping & Data Management

Ensure retention and accessibility of CDD and transaction records per regulatory requirements.
Support data protection compliance when handling sensitive customer information.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or related field (Master's degree or AML certifications preferred).
Experience in AML/CTF compliance is preferred, particularly within the contexts of finance and fintech company
Comprehensive understanding of the AML/CTF Act 2006, coupled with knowledge of AUSTRAC regulatory requirements and pertinent obligations set forth by ASIC.
A robust understanding of KYC/CDD processes, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring frameworks.
Proven experience in managing investigations and preparing Suspicious Matter Reports (SMRs).
Prior exposure to trading platforms and environments involving high-frequency transactions.
Familiarity with international AML/CTF frameworks, including those established by FATF, EU AML Directives, UK FCA, and US FinCEN.
Holders of relevant certifications, such as CAMS or ICA Diploma, are encouraged to apply.

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Opportunities for enriching career growth, including exposure to regional contexts.
• Healthcare coverage (medical, dental, optical), gym benefits.
• Flexibility in smart casual dress code.
• Young, vibrant and open work culture.