Compliance Officer, Chile
On-siteSantiago, Santiago Metropolitan, Chile
Job Summary
Serve as the designated Oficial de Cumplimiento before the Unidad de Análisis Financiero (UAF), acting as the primary point of contact for regulatory engagement, inspections, and reporting. Build out and continuously strengthen local compliance operations, establishing an effective framework aligned with Taptap Send Group's standards while ensuring adherence to Chilean laws including Ley N° 19.913, UAF Circular N° 62, and Banco Central de Chile's Compendio de Normas. Manage regulatory reporting for Suspicious Operations (ROS) and Cash Operations (ROE), develop and update AML/CFT policies, and conduct compliance testing to ensure prompt remediation of identified issues. Oversee CDD/KYC/EDD processes for new customers and partners, including PEP screening, and prepare internal reports for management and the board. Collaborate with Group Compliance and internal audit teams to strengthen controls and ensure consistency with global standards.
Required Qualifications
- Strong understanding of Chilean AML/CFT regulations, including Ley N° 19.913, Ley N° 20.818, and UAF Circular N° 62
- 5+ years of experience in compliance within a fintech, remittance company, or other entity regulated by the UAF and/or CMF
- Experience managing regulatory relationships, ideally with direct experience engaging the UAF or Banco Central de Chile
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and the ability to build and strengthen processes from the ground up
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experience
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of cross-border payments is a strong plus
- ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent qualification preferred
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