Compliance Officer, El Salvador

About us Bitget is one of the world's leading digital assets ecosystems.

With over 120 million registered users, Bitget has one of the most comprehensive suites of blockchain products and services available via bitget.com.

Our mission is to support the growth of the digital assets industry and we believe it represents the future of finance.

What we do empowers the future of finance by ensuring secure, efficient and smart digital transactions.

We are one of the fastest growing companies in the digital asset sector.

If you are looking for cutting-edge work, where you will have opportunities to develop your career among peers who are experts in their field, and you believe in the future of digital currency, then look no further than Bitget!

What you'll do Regulatory Compliance Serve as the designated MLRO responsible for AML/CFT compliance obligations under El Salvador's Ley Contra el Lavado de Dinero y de Activos, its implementing regulations, and applicable CNAD requirements under the LEAD framework Act as the primary point of contact with CNAD, the Unidad de Investigación Financiera (UIF), and other relevant regulatory authorities on all AML/CFT matters Ensure the company's AML/CFT programme remains current, effective, and fully aligned with applicable local laws, FATF recommendations, and CNAD regulatory expectations Project Management Lead and coordinate AML/CFT-related projects in collaboration with internal stakeholders including Legal, Product, Technology, Operations, and Customer Support, ensuring timely and effective delivery Drive the enhancement and ongoing optimisation of AML systems, transaction monitoring tools, and KYC workflows in response to business growth, regulatory changes, and volume demands Manage competing priorities and ad hoc compliance projects strategically, maintaining quality and timeliness during volume spikes or periods of heightened regulatory activity Investigations and Risk Mitigation Oversee the investigation of suspicious activity alerts and escalations generated by the KYC and Transaction Monitoring teams Review and approve Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) for submission to the UIF in accordance with applicable reporting obligations Respond promptly and thoroughly to queries from Business and Support Units regarding ongoing investigations, risk assessments, and related mitigation measures Policies, Training, and Communications Assist in the periodic review, update, and implementation of AML/CFT policies, procedures, and controls to reflect regulatory developments and business changes Produce and distribute compliance publications, internal guidance notes, and regulatory update communications to relevant stakeholders across the organisation Design and maintain compliance-related workflows to support business and operational functions, ensuring AML/CFT controls are embedded effectively across all relevant processes Support the development and delivery of AML/CFT training programmes for staff, ensuring adequate awareness and competency across all functions What you'll need Nationality of one of the following countries: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, or Panama Minimum 5 years of experience in AML/CFT compliance, with at least 2 years in a senior or designated MLRO/compliance officer role Solid understanding of El Salvador's AML/CFT legal framework, including the Ley Contra el Lavado de Dinero y de Activos and UIF reporting requirements Familiarity with the LEAD framework and CNAD regulatory requirements for Digital Asset Service Providers is highly advantageous Experience in the digital assets, fintech, or financial services industry preferred Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Spanish; working proficiency in English is required Relevant professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA Certificate in AML, or equivalent are strongly preferred Why Bitget?

Bitget is the world's leading web 3 platform for copy trading and one of the world's largest and most respected exchanges We are a global company with staff members from over 50 different countries and regions We are growing and looking for world-class ambitious talents to help us continue this journey We have a streamlined structure that empowers employees to work efficiently, delivering the best results in a short timeframe We offer competitive salaries and benefits Blockchain technology and digital assets have the potential to change finance in a way no other technology can - be part of it!

If you are ambitious and believe that digital assets could be the next financial and technological revolution, please apply!

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