Job Description

Our client is a rapidly scaling FinTech company operating across the EU, with key hubs in Riga and Cyprus. As regulatory expectations continue to evolve, they are strengthening their Compliance function to ensure robust AML, CTF, and KYC frameworks.

This role plays a critical part in safeguarding operations, supporting regulatory reporting, and maintaining high standards across onboarding and transaction monitoring. It’s an opportunity to work in a dynamic, cross-border environment with real impact on risk management and compliance excellence.

🔍 Responsibilities:

• Conduct end-to-end KYC and onboarding checks for new clients, ensuring compliance with EU and Cyprus regulations;

• Perform ongoing customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk profiles;

• Monitor daily transactions and investigate suspicious or unusual activity patterns;

• Review and act on alerts generated by transaction monitoring systems, escalating risks where necessary;

• Prepare and support submission of SARs/STRs to relevant regulatory authorities;

• Assist in regulatory reporting to the Central Bank of Cyprus and other EU regulators;

• Support internal and external audits, including documentation preparation and follow-up actions;

• Track regulatory changes and contribute to updates of internal compliance policies and procedures;

• Maintain accurate and structured compliance records, including customer files and regulatory documentation;

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, risk, and product teams to ensure compliance alignment.

🎓 Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in compliance within a regulated financial services or FinTech environment;

• Strong knowledge of EU and Cyprus AML/CTF frameworks, KYC requirements, and sanctions regimes;

• Hands-on experience with transaction monitoring, EDD processes, and risk-based approaches;

• Exposure to e-commerce, acquiring, or payments environments is a strong advantage;

• Ability to manage portfolios across different risk levels with sound judgment;

• Degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related field;

• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills;

• Analytical mindset with strong investigative and problem-solving abilities.

✨ The Employer Offers:

• Competitive salary aligned with FinTech market standards;

• Health insurance after probation period;

• Opportunity to work in an international, fast-growing FinTech environment;

• Collaborative, supportive, and diverse team culture;

• Exposure to cross-border regulatory frameworks and high-impact compliance work;

• Clear opportunities for professional growth within Compliance and Risk.

If you’re ready to make your mark in FinTech compliance, let’s talk!