Compliance Officer Jobs

As a Compliance Officer, you play a crucial role in ensuring that organizations adhere to internal policies and regulatory requirements. Your responsibilities include developing and implementing compliance programs, conducting audits, investigating potential violations, and providing guidance on ethical standards. The demand for Compliance Officers is growing as businesses face increasing scrutiny and regulations. With a strong focus on risk management and data privacy, this role offers a challenging yet rewarding career path. Salaries for Compliance Officers vary by industry but typically fall within the range of $60,000 to $100,000 per year. To excel in this role, you need to have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks. Understanding the balance between work life and living costs will help you navigate the demands of this position.

About this role

About the Role

Compliance is an integral part of the organization and supports the Senior Management in ensuring compliance with external and internal regulations to actively manage operational, regulatory and reputational risks. You will join a growing and dynamic team who are passionate about supporting the business, to ensure 100% compliance in risk and control matters. This is an excellent role for personal and professional development within a highly committed and collaborative team in a fast-paced environment. If you consistently strive to learn, seek new opportunities to enhance, redesign and improve processes, we are the match for your ambition.

What You Will Do

Perform transaction monitoring and payment screening activities in accordance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and financial crime risk management standards.
Investigate and assess suspicious transactions, conduct detailed case reviews, and prepare Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) where appropriate.
Collaborate closely with team members on alert management, investigations, escalations, and case disposition decisions to ensure timely and consistent outcomes.
Support the Financial Crime Lead in managing escalations, conducting quality assurance reviews, and enhancing investigation standards and processes.
Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable AML/CFT regulations, guidelines, and regulatory expectations, while identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Participate in ad hoc projects, initiatives, and cross-functional efforts related to financial crime compliance and operational excellence.

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, with 2–4 years of experience in AML/CFT, transaction monitoring, payment screening, or financial crime compliance.
Hands-on experience managing transaction monitoring alerts, conducting investigations, and documenting case findings and recommendations.
Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations, financial crime typologies, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Experience with transaction monitoring and payment screening systems, including sanctions, watchlist, and name-screening processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate findings clearly and effectively.
Experience within fintech, digital banking, payments, or digital asset organizations is highly desirable.
Professional certifications such as CAMS, CAFS, ICA, or equivalent financial crime qualifications are advantageous.

About StraitsX

StraitsX provides regulated stablecoin payment infrastructure, issuing XSGD, XUSD, and XIDR, trusted by fintechs and institutions globally.

Team

Tianyao Liu

About the Role

What You Will Do

Perform transaction monitoring and payment screening activities in accordance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and financial crime risk management standards.
Investigate and assess suspicious transactions, conduct detailed case reviews, and prepare Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) where appropriate.
Collaborate closely with team members on alert management, investigations, escalations, and case disposition decisions to ensure timely and consistent outcomes.
Support the Financial Crime Lead in managing escalations, conducting quality assurance reviews, and enhancing investigation standards and processes.
Ensure ongoing compliance with applicable AML/CFT regulations, guidelines, and regulatory expectations, while identifying opportunities for process improvements.
Participate in ad hoc projects, initiatives, and cross-functional efforts related to financial crime compliance and operational excellence.

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, with 2–4 years of experience in AML/CFT, transaction monitoring, payment screening, or financial crime compliance.
Hands-on experience managing transaction monitoring alerts, conducting investigations, and documenting case findings and recommendations.
Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations, financial crime typologies, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Experience with transaction monitoring and payment screening systems, including sanctions, watchlist, and name-screening processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate findings clearly and effectively.
Experience within fintech, digital banking, payments, or digital asset organizations is highly desirable.
Professional certifications such as CAMS, CAFS, ICA, or equivalent financial crime qualifications are advantageous.