The Compliance Officer / MLRO in Yaoundé is responsible for managing KYC onboarding, transaction monitoring, and AML/CFT compliance for dLocal's Cameroon operations. The role involves establishing regulatory relationships, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to local and international payment regulations.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Certifications such as CAMS, ACAMS, or ICA
- 4-6 years of experience in AML, Transaction Monitoring, and KYC within banking or fintech
- In-depth knowledge of KYC processes, transaction monitoring, and AML/CFT regulations in Cameroon
What you will own
- Oversee and manage the Know Your Customer (KYC) onboarding process for new and existing customers in Cameroon.
- Implement and enhance transaction monitoring systems to detect and report suspicious activities.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for AML/CFT matters in Cameroon and develop related policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with regulators in Cameroon and interpret regulatory changes to stakeholders.
- Develop and implement compliance procedures specific to remittances and cross-border payments.
- Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential compliance risks and report findings to internal and external stakeholders.
Core skillsAML/CFT ComplianceKYC OnboardingTransaction MonitoringRegulatory Reporting
Why Join dLocal?
dLocal is the financial infrastructure powering global commerce in the world's fastest-growing markets. The biggest companies in the world trust us to unlock growth in 60+ countries across emerging markets—moving money where others see complexity. We don't just process payments; we are architects of payment ecosystems and partners in our customers' expansion. You'll work alongside 1,300+ teammates from 40+ nationalities and tackle global challenges from day one.
We are looking for a Compliance Officer in Cameroon to join our global team. This role will play a crucial role in banking relationships as well as with internal reports. What I will be doing ?
KYC Onboarding:
Oversee and manage the Know Your Customer (KYC) onboarding process for new customers and update existing ones in Cameroon.
Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory requirements related to customer identification and verification.
Transaction Monitoring:
Implement and enhance transaction monitoring systems to detect and report suspicious activities within the Cameroon context.
Conduct periodic reviews and assessments to ensure the effectiveness of transaction monitoring processes.
AML/CFT Compliance:
Serve as the primary point of contact for AML/CFT matters in Cameroon.
Possess in-depth knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CFT) regulations in Cameroon.
Develop and enforce AML/CFT policies and procedures tailored to the Cameroon regulatory environment.
Regulatory Compliance:
Stay abreast of the regulatory landscape governing the payments industry in Cameroon.
Interpret and communicate regulatory changes, especially those related to AML/CFT requirements, to relevant stakeholders within the organisation.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with regulators in Cameroon.
Remittance Compliance:
Develop and implement compliance procedures specific to remittances and cross-border payments in Cameroon.
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements governing remittance services in the Cameroonian market.
Risk Assessments:
Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential compliance risks within the Cameroonian context.
Collaborate with other departments to implement risk mitigation strategies.
Reporting:
Report findings and other compliance matters related to AML/CFT to different stakeholders in Cameroon in a clear and understandable manner.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders as required by Cameroon regulations.
Training and Awareness:
Provide training to staff on compliance policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, with a specific focus on AML/CFT in the Cameroon market.
Foster a culture of compliance awareness within the organisation.
What skills and qualifications do I need?
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; additional certifications (e.g., CAMS, ACAMS, ICA) are a must.
4-6 years of legal experience in consultancy firms, AML, Transaction Monitoring, and KYC within the banking or fintech sector
Proven experience in a compliance role within the financial services industry, with a focus on payments and remittances.
Hands-on experience in building or implementing compliance-related automations (e.g., workflows, alerts, reporting systems)
In-depth knowledge of KYC processes, transaction monitoring, and AML/CFT regulations in Cameroon
Familiarity with Cameroon regulatory frameworks for the payments industry.
Experience in engaging with regulators in Cameroon and maintaining positive relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Additional
What do we offer?
Besides the tailored benefits we have for each country, dLocal will help you thrive and go that extra mile by offering you:
- Flexibility in how you work: We focus on impact and productivity over fixed hours. This means our teams have flexible schedules and, depending on your role and location, you will combine self‑managed focus time with moments of in‑person connection in our collaboration hubs.
- Fintech industry: work in a dynamic and ever-evolving environment, with plenty to build and boost your creativity.
- Referral bonus program: our internal talents are the best recruiters - refer someone ideal for a role and get rewarded.
- Work From Anywhere: Team members can work while traveling for up to 3 months every year.
What happens after you apply?
Our Talent Acquisition team is invested in creating the best candidate experience possible, so don’t worry, you will definitely hear from us. We will review your CV and keep you posted by email at every step of the process!
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