Chief Compliance Officer - BSA Officer (BSAO)

Job Description

• Why should you join dLocal? dLocal enables the biggest companies in the world to collect payments in 40 countries in emerging markets. Global brands rely on us to increase conversion rates and simplify payment expansion effortlessly. As both a payments processor and a merchant of record where we operate, we make it possible for our merchants to make inroads into the world’s fastest-growing, emerging markets. By joining us you will be a part of an amazing global team that makes it all happen. Being a part of dLocal means working with 1000+ teammates from 30+ different nationalities and developing an international career that impacts millions of people’s daily lives. We are builders, we never run from a challenge, we are customer-centric, and if this sounds like you, we know you will thrive in our team.
• What’s the opportunity? We are seeking an US Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to oversee all compliance, regulatory, anti- money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and risk management matters for our U.S. money services business. The CCO will be designated as the compliance lead under state Money Transmission Licensing (MTL) requirements and will serve as the principal liaison with regulators across multiple states.
• What will I be doing? Regulatory Leadership • Act as the designated compliance officer for state MTLs, responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable U.S. federal and state regulations (e.g., Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, FinCEN requirements, and individual state money transmission laws). • Serve as the primary point of contact for state regulatory inquiries, licensing examinations, and audits. • Prepare, maintain, and submit compliance, financial crime, and risk reports to regulators and senior management, including the Board of Directors. AML/CTF Oversight • Design, implement, and maintain the company’s AML/CTF program in accordance with BSA/AML requirements and FinCEN guidance. • Conduct ongoing risk assessments of products, services, customer segments, and geographic markets. • Oversee transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reviews, and ensure timely filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) as required. • Maintain AML/CTF and sanctions compliance policies, procedures, and training programs across all business units. Risk & Compliance Monitoring • Develop and lead the compliance monitoring program, including periodic reviews of business lines, affiliates, and third-party/outsourced service providers. • Identify regulatory risks and implement effective mitigation strategies. • Maintain registers for compliance breaches, complaints, and errors, ensuring timely remediation and documentation. • Support internal audits and ensure readiness for regulatory examinations. Governance & Advisory • Advise the executive team on compliance and risk issues impacting business strategy and operations. • Report regularly to the local Board and senior management on regulatory developments, emerging risks and compliance performance metrics. • Deliver ongoing training programs to ensure staff remain up to date on AML/CTF obligations, consumer protection rules, and state-specific requirements. • Monitor evolving federal and state regulatory frameworks (e.g., NYDFS Part 200, state licensing requirements, FinCEN rulings, CFPB guidance) and ensure the business remains compliant.
• What skills and qualifications do I need? • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in performing compliance for a money transmitter bank and/or virtual currency business. • Demonstrate having completed up-to-date and relevant training on topics directly related to money transmission activities and to the responsibilities of a Compliance Officer. • Demonstrated expertise with BSA/AML, OFAC, FinCEN, and state money transmission laws. • Prior experience leading regulatory examinations and direct engagement with state regulators. • Proven ability to build and maintain robust AML/CTF programs, including policies, procedures, risk assessments, monitoring systems, and SAR/CTR filings. • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with executive management and regulators. • Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), CRCMP, or equivalent strongly preferred. • JD, MBA, or other advanced degree in law, business, or compliance-related field a plus.
• What do we offer? Besides the tailored benefits we have for each country, dLocal will help you thrive and go that extra mile by offering you: - Flexibility: we have flexible schedules and we are driven by performance. - Fintech industry: work in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment, with plenty to build and boost your creativity. - Referral bonus program: our internal talents are the best recruiters - refer someone ideal for a role and get rewarded. - Social budget: you'll get a monthly budget to chill out with your team (in person or remotely) and deepen your connections! - dLocal Houses: want to rent a house to spend one week anywhere in the world coworking with your team? We’ve got your back! Flexibility in how you work: We focus on impact and productivity over fixed hours. This means our teams have flexible schedules and, depending on your role and location, you will combine self‑managed focus time with moments of in‑person connection in our collaboration hubs. What happens after you apply? Our Talent Acquisition team is invested in creating the best candidate experience possible, so don’t worry, you will definitely hear from us. We will review your CV and keep you posted by email at every step of the process! Also, you can check out our webpage, Linkedin and Youtube for more about dLocal!
• We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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