[Hiring] Deputy Compliance Officer & MLRO @Wirex

Role Description

The Deputy Compliance Officer & MLRO (El Salvador) serves as the designated Alternate Compliance Officer under CNAD regulations. Reporting to the Head of Compliance & MLRO, you will support the day-to-day management of DA Labs' AML/CFT/CPF program, regulatory obligations under El Salvadoran law, and DASP license compliance requirements. This is a regulatory-facing role with direct accountability to CNAD and is a critical part of DA Labs' compliance infrastructure. This position is open to candidates based in El Salvador. We kindly request that all resumes are submitted in English, please.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in AML/CFT/CPF compliance, financial crime prevention, or regulatory compliance within fintech, digital assets, financial services, or a regulated industry.
• University-level degree in Law, Finance, Business, Compliance, or a related discipline.
• Professional AML/CFT certification: ACAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or FIBA certification required; CAMS-FCI or equivalent acceptable.
• Thorough understanding of the financial, operational, commercial, and legal aspects of digital asset or payments businesses.
• Familiarity with CNAD regulations, El Salvador's digital asset regulatory framework, and applicable AML/CFT/CPF requirements.
• Native or fluent Spanish (written and spoken) - essential; English proficiency an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and strong analytical mindset, attention to detail.
• Professional and collaborative communicator capable of engaging with regulators, senior stakeholders, and operational teams.

Requirements

• Support the AML/CFT/CPF program in line with CNAD requirements and Salvadoran law, including periodic risk assessments.
• Ensure effective transaction monitoring, record-keeping, and escalation of suspicious activity.
• Prepare and file STRs with CNAD on time, maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Act as an alternate regulatory point of contact for CNAD and other Salvadoran supervisory authorities.
• Monitor, interpret, and advise on regulatory developments affecting digital asset service providers in El Salvador.
• Support the Head of Compliance in regulatory examinations, inspections, and inquiries.
• Prepare and present AML/CFT reports to the Head of Compliance, senior leadership, and, where required, CNAD.
• Participate in risk and compliance committees, reporting on financial crime risks and regulatory change.
• Maintain complete compliance records per El Salvador’s AML law (15-year min. retention).
• Oversee the review and escalation of transaction monitoring alerts arising from DA Labs' operations.
• Conduct investigations into potentially suspicious activity and make filing determinations.
• Maintain full confidentiality of STR filings in line with tipping-off prohibitions.
• Support the design and delivery of AML/CFT/CPF training for DA Labs employees and contractors.
• Foster a culture of compliance, ethical conduct, and regulatory awareness.
• Support KYC/CDD/EDD processes and ensure onboarding procedures meet CNAD standards.
• Assist in the review of third-party service providers and vendors against DA Labs' compliance and due diligence standards.
• Collaborate with the wider Wirex Global Risk & Compliance team to align local operations with group-level policies and controls.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours with hybrid working options.
• Annual training allowance and professional development support.
• Financial support towards relevant professional certifications.
• The opportunity to help build an entity from the ground up.
• Career growth opportunities within an innovative, globally regulated FinTech group.