Compliance Analyst - Mexico
Support ARQ's local compliance program in Mexico by ensuring adherence to local and international AML/CFT standards, monitoring regulatory developments, assisting with investigations, maintaining relationships with regulators, auditors, and banking partners, and embedding compliance into daily operations.
Responsibilities
- Review KYC alerts, biometric mismatches, and potential fraud using official databases and KYC tools.
- Support preparation and submission of ROR, ROI, and ROIP reports to the UIF via the SPPLD portal.
- Help ensure timely responses to CNBV, SAT/UIF, and law enforcement requests.
- Assess suspicious transactions and monitor PEP, sanctions, and adverse media alerts, escalating risks appropriately.
- Enhance monitoring and reporting controls to detect and mitigate emerging threats.
- Strengthen AML/CFT controls and integrate regulatory requirements into operations.
- Assist in liaising with regulators, auditors, and banking partners.
Requirements
- Fluency in Spanish and English.
- Working knowledge of Mexico's AML/CFT framework, including LFPIORPI, CNBV regulations, and FATF standards.
- Familiarity with UIF regulatory reporting through the SPPLD portal, or strong willingness to learn.
- Exposure to audits, inspections, or risk assessments involving regulators.
- Knowledge of KYC controls, including IDs, biometrics, sanctions, and adverse media.
- Comfort engaging with regulators and external authorities.
- Hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive mindset.
- AML or compliance certifications such as CAMS or ICA are nice to have.
- Regional LATAM compliance experience is nice to have.
- Knowledge of fintech, payments, and digital assets regulations is nice to have.
- Prior experience in a bank, fintech, or SOFOM compliance function is nice to have.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits
- The latest tools and technology
- A world-class team that will challenge and grow your skills
- Opportunity to help build a fintech app in Latin America