Be a rainmaker: you will go beyond scope of work and priorities, it is in the DNA of DolarApp to do whatever it takes to win
Legal Counsel: Provide expert legal advice related to corporate governance, regulatory frameworks, compliance monitoring, and cross-border financial transactions
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the company’s activities comply with Colombian regulations, as well as international standards, including AML, KYC, and financial regulatory obligations
Compliance Monitoring: Design and implement robust compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure company-wide adherence to applicable laws
Reporting: Prepare and submit timely reports to Colombia regulatory authorities, including but not limited to the Unidad de Información y Análisis Financiero (UIAF) and the Superintendencia Financiera de Colombia (SFC)
Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with Customer Support, Product, Engineering, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure compliance is considered across all business operations and product development cycles
Cross-Border Transactions: Provide legal oversight and advice on cross-border financial transactions, ensuring all relevant activities are compliant with both local and international regulations
Communication: Serve as the primary liaison between the company and regulatory bodies, maintaining open and effective communication regarding compliance and legal matters.
Qualified lawyer with a law degree from an accredited institution in Colombia
Certified Compliance Officer or equivalent qualification with knowledge on AML/CFT
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal and compliance role within the fintech or financial services industry
In-depth knowledge of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and compliance monitoring
Experience working with cross-border financial transactions and familiarity with the regulatory environment in Colombia and internationally
Excellent verbal/written communication, business fluent in Spanish and English
Strong understanding of Colombia financial regulations and the operations of the Unidad de Información y Análisis Financiero (UIAF), the Superintendencia Financiera de Colombia (SFC), and other local authorities
Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail
Ability to collaborate with diverse teams across multiple business functions
[Ideally] Experience working in a fast-growing fintech company or startup environment
[Ideally] Knowledge of international regulatory standards, including AML, KYC, GDPR, and PSD2
[Ideally] Experience with corporate transactions, mergers, and acquisitions in a financial context
Competitive salary
Sign-on stock options bonus, so you become part of the success of the company
Discretionary performance bonus (stock options)
Paid annual leave
Latest technology to work with
Strong team that will help you improve your skills
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