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Compliance Officer - North America

4 weeks ago
United States
Full-time
Senior
Compliance Manager
Finance and Accounting
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Nuvei

Nuvei

Nuvei is a leading payment technology partner offering cutting-edge payment options, revenue optimization, and comprehensive payment services to accelerate businesses globally. With a modular and scalable platform, Nuvei enables companies to accept nex...

Diversified Financial Services
1K-5K
Founded 2003
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Description

  • Support oversight and ongoing effectiveness of Nuvei’s AML/ATF compliance program across North America, including policies, procedures, controls, governance, and internal AML audits.
  • Serve as the designated BSA/AML Compliance Officer for U.S. regulated entities where required.
  • Serve as the Senior Officer responsible for AML compliance under FINTRAC regulations and the PCMLTFA where required.
  • Serve as the Senior Officer responsible for compliance with the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA) and related Bank of Canada expectations where required.
  • Support regulatory engagement by responding to regulator inquiries, assisting with examinations, and coordinating internal stakeholders during audits or supervisory reviews.
  • Oversee suspicious activity reporting frameworks, sanctions screening controls, and AML investigation processes.
  • Develop and maintain compliance reporting for senior management and the Board of Directors.
  • Oversee compliance risk assessments and monitoring activities across Nuvei’s payment operations.
  • Coordinate with Risk, Legal, Product, Finance, and Operations to implement regulatory requirements.
  • Lead and supervise the North America AML operations team, including direction, oversight, staffing, training, and performance management.
  • Review and approve escalations, suspicious activity assessments, and compliance investigations as required.
  • Monitor regulatory developments in the United States and Canada and support updates to policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in regulatory compliance, AML/ATF compliance, financial services regulation, or a related role.
  • Experience working in payments, fintech, banking, or regulated financial services is a plus.
  • Experience interacting with financial regulators, auditors, or banking partners is strongly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) / AML regulations in the United States.
  • Strong knowledge of PCMLTFA and FINTRAC requirements in Canada.
  • Strong knowledge of the Retail Payment Activities Act (RPAA) and payment regulatory frameworks.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple regulatory requirements and compliance initiatives.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for regulatory engagement, internal reporting, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFCS, or similar compliance certifications are considered an asset.
  • English is used most of the time for this role.
  • French is required for any position located within Quebec.

Benefits

  • Competitive holiday allowance.
  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Group insurance benefits.
  • Flexible working model.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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