AML Compliance Officer Job at Africhange Technologies Limited

Africhange (AF) is a remittance company that leverages blockchain technology and P2P exchange to offer a seamless way for users in Canada to send money to Nigeria. Our platform and process are crypto and P2P powered, and our aim is to transform the way people send money to Africa and though currently only serving users in Canada and Nigeria, we are determined to extend operations to all African countries.

Whether you would like to pay for a property, send funds to friends and family or pay employees, you'll need to safely send funds without stress and ridiculous charges. Africhange is the solution to your problem. We are a safe, secure, and convenient way to send money from Canada to Nigeria; and because we rely on blockchain technology and cryptocurrency, you can be sure that we will always offer you the best way to send money home at the best rates.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: AML Compliance Officer

Job Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Finance & Regulatory

Job Overview

• Because we are growing, we are in search of an AML Compliance Officer to assist with the oversight of compliance with regulatory rules on systems and controls against Anti-Money Laundering & Financial Crime and serve as a local point of contact with the Bank of Lithuania and Financial crime investigation service.
• He/she will report into the Chief Compliance Officer role.
• We prefer the individual to be resident in Vilnius, Lithuania and he/she will work alongside other Compliance and Customer Support teams to ensure Africhange has a strong regulatory framework from all sides of our business.

What You Will Do

• Provide support in the implementation, oversight and management of an effective AML/CTF program
• Ensure new accounts meet local AML obligations to perform CDD and KYC transactions
• Conduct Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) research and complete reports on high risk clients
• Ensure that customer information is correctly recorded in the CRM System and in accordance with unit's standards
• Assist with the interpretation of rules and the development of a positive compliance culture among the team
• Organize and/or conduct compliance trainings for the team
• Review and update policies and procedures in line with regulatory changes
• Conduct periodic updates to customer profiles to ensure information is adequate, complete, and work with the relevant teams to obtain missing information
• Serve as the first point of contact on resource for regulatory and external body queries, audits and responses and ensure timely completion and filing of regulatory reports
• Proactively identify and report issues to Africhange’s senior management regarding the state of the company’s AML/CTF Program
• Maintain a good knowledge of the AML/CTF regulations and industry best practices relevant to Africhange.

Requirements
What you must have:

• 3 years’ experience in any directly related role within a regulated Lithuanian Fintech or EMI .
• Good knowledge of AML Centre of Excellence regulations as established by the Government of the Republic of Lithuania
• Fluent in English and Lithuanian, with excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and skills to maintain policies and procedures
• Experience with conducting financial crime risk assessments.

What is nice to have:

• Background in Technology Governance, Regulatory Finance, Fraud Investigation or a related course
• ACAMS, ICA or any related professional association/certification is an advantage
• Positive and flexible attitude to work particularly new initiatives
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, highly organized
• Ability to multitask, organize and prioritize work i.e. deadline-oriented
• High level of client focus with the aptitude to drive results and provide constructive feedback
• Experience working with a Compliance Management System
• Reporting and tracking using tools such as Google Sheet, MS Excel, SQL.

Our Offer

• Fully remote opportunities under a flexible work environment
• Competitive salary
• Paid time-offs including paternity leave
• Access to relevant courses/learning programs
• A close-knit team with a great passion for working collaboratively.

Note

• AF offers a great work experience, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics.