Compliance Officer - AML (Payments / Fintech / Crypto)

Compliance Officer - AML (Payments / Fintech / Crypto)

Our client is a high-growth fintech company building the next generation of payment infrastructure across Africa. Their mission is to make money movement seamless, inclusive, and scalable across borders. They operate at the intersection of financial innovation and real-world impact, empowering businesses and consumers with tools to thrive in a rapidly digitizing economy.

Role Overview

The Compliance Officer will assist in implementing and maintaining the company’s compliance framework across all business lines, including financial services, crypto asset trading, and payments. The role involves conducting due diligence, transaction monitoring, and investigations while supporting broader regulatory, reporting, and policy initiatives. This is an intermediate-level position offering exposure to multiple regulated environments.

Job Type : Permanent / Full Time | Location : Cape Town | Workplace : Hybrid

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or tertiary qualification in Law.
• At least 3 years PQE exposed to compliance in financial services, banking and payments environments.
• Experience or exposure to cryptocurrency and digital asset regulation.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy.
• Strong organisational abilities and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

Compliance Operations

Screening & Monitoring

Investigations & Reporting

Regulatory Awareness & Collaboration

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