Primary Compliance Officer - DASP in El Salvador

As a Compliance Officer specializing in financial regulations, you will ensure adherence to local El Salvador and international AML/CFT/WMDP and Regulatory Compliance frameworks. You will serve as a subject-matter expert and closely collaborate with the Chief Compliance Officer of Nuvo Group entities to align project development, Compliance and AML programs while serving as the primary point of contact for the Financial Investigation Unit (UIF) of El Salvador.
Responsibilities:
Act as the primary liaison with the UIF and external auditors on AML and compliance-related topics and regulatory reviews.
Assist in the development, implementation, and oversee AML/CFT/WMDP policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with Salvadoran regulations applicable to DASPs activity, among others the Ley Contra el Lavado de Dinero y Activos, the UIF Instructions and international standards like FATF recommendations.
Collaborate with the Chief Compliance Officer and Compliance Department of the Nuvo Group entities to ensure unified development of the compliance program and alignment of project strategies.
Implement controls and procedures that facilitate the detection of unusual transactions and the reporting of suspicious activities to the UIF of EL Salvador.
Collaboration in the Detection of Unusual Transactions and analyze and decide on the need to report suspicious activities.
Validate that reports to the UIF are sent correctly and within the established deadlines.
Participate in the development of training plans and conduct compliance training to foster a culture of compliance within the organization.
Assist in customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) for high-risk customers.
Submit regular reports to the Governing Body of the Company, detailing the management carried out, compliance with the reports sent to the UIF, the effectiveness of the control mechanisms and the instructions of the financial authorities.
Provide opinions on AML/CFT/FPADM risks in new products or services before their launch
Propose intensified procedures for the control of Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and other high-risk subjects.
Key Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, preferably within fintech, crypto or financial services.
Strong knowledge of AML/CFT/WMDP frameworks and regulatory requirements in El Salvador , FATF standards, and Salvadoran financial legislation.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Certification in Compliance and AML area (e.g., CAMS, ICA etc.).
El Salvador Residence.
Native or advanced level of Spanish.
Good knowledge of English.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Location: El Salvador (Hybrid or Remote)