Head of Risk and Compliance

The role

You will build and lead the risk, compliance, and internal control frameworks for the Brazilian operation. This senior leadership role involves hands-on execution and statutory responsibility before Banco Central do Brasil.

What you will do

• Establish and manage the local AML/CFT framework
• Implement an integrated risk management framework
• Oversee regulatory capital requirements
• Maintain operational risk records and report to the Board
• Conduct compliance due diligence for partners and vendors
• Serve as the primary contact for BCB, COAF, and external auditors
• Develop policies, controls, and reporting processes
• Partner with commercial, operations, product, and technology leaders

Required qualifications

• At least eight years of experience in senior risk or compliance roles within regulated Brazilian financial institutions
• Deep knowledge of Brazilian AML/CFT requirements, financial regulation, risk management, internal controls, and COAF reporting systems
• Familiarity with BCB Circular 3,978/2020 and Resolutions 520/2025, 260/2022, and 265/2022
• Experience engaging directly with regulators and external auditors
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical policies, processes, and controls
• Strong judgment, clear communication, and a hands-on approach
• Fluency in Portuguese and English
• Residency in Brazil
• An unblemished professional reputation
• Eligibility for BCB approval as a statutory officer

About the company

A global fintech developing infrastructure for cross-border payments, foreign exchange, and digital asset liquidity. The company is launching operations in Brazil.