AML Compliance Officer & MLRO (Fintech)

Location: Must be based in Senegal; remote work environment

Company

hirify.global provides licensed stablecoin infrastructure, payment rails, wallet services, and local stablecoin issuance across more than 60 countries and 50 emerging markets.

What you will do

• Implement Group Compliance, AML/CFT/CPF, and KYC policies in Senegal in line with local laws, BCEAO instructions, and WAEMU requirements.
• Establish and maintain compliance frameworks, internal policies, transaction monitoring controls, and risk assessments for stablecoin, blockchain, and digital payment operations.
• Support CDD and EDD, including source-of-funds and UBO verification, and investigate suspicious stablecoin transactions and blockchain activity.
• Manage SARs, STRs, and DOS filings with CENTIF, prepare regulatory returns and certifications, and respond to regulator and law-enforcement requests within required timelines.
• Liaise with CENTIF, BCEAO, the WAEMU Banking Commission, law enforcement, and judicial bodies; represent hirify.global in regulatory meetings and industry initiatives.
• Deliver AML/CFT/CPF, KYC, and digital asset compliance training, conduct audits and control testing, and report weekly to the Senior AML Compliance Officer with quarterly regulatory reporting as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or a related field.
• Professional AML/CFT certification is required: ACAMS, ICA, or an equivalent recognized certification.
• At least 4 years of experience in compliance, AML, or risk management within a regulated financial institution, fintech company, or digital asset platform.
• Demonstrated experience with AML/CFT compliance, transaction monitoring, KYC procedures, and SAR/STR handling.
• Experience working with Senegalese regulatory authorities, including CENTIF, BCEAO, and the WAEMU Banking Commission, is required.
• Familiarity with transaction monitoring software, AML/CFT platforms, and compliance case management systems.
• Fluency in French and English is required; French is preferred as a native language.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, ethical, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to manage sensitive matters and regulatory deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and the ability to collaborate with departments, senior management, regulators, and law-enforcement officials.

Nice to have

• Chainalysis Reactor and KYT or another blockchain certification.
• Experience in stablecoin, digital asset, or fintech compliance.
• Experience serving as an MLRO or equivalent regulatory reporting officer.
• Knowledge of blockchain technology, stablecoin operations, and digital asset settlement processes.
• Developing familiarity with AI tools to enhance productivity.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote work environment with a global, multicultural team spanning more than 24 countries.
• Competitive compensation, meaningful health coverage, and participation in the stock option plan for full-time employees.
• Professional learning resources, support, and autonomy for career development.
• Mental health support services and a collaborative environment focused on digital asset and fintech infrastructure.
• Full-time employment.