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Compliance Officer - Forex

ULTRA Recruitment

Salary: 30k-48k EUR

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Location: Remote
Salary: €30,000 – €48,000 per annum

Our client is a premier, high-growth international Forex brokerage with a rapidly expanding global presence. Committed to transparency, regulatory excellence, and superior client service, they are seeking a skilled Compliance Officer to strengthen their compliance and AML functions across multiple jurisdictions.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented compliance professional with solid financial services experience and the ability to navigate both high-tier EU and offshore regulatory frameworks.

Description

As a Compliance Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to AML/CFT regulations, overseeing client onboarding and KYC processes, and conducting transaction reviews. You will play a vital role in monitoring regulatory changes, supporting internal training, and maintaining effective compliance frameworks across the business.

The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of AML practices, experience with automated KYC systems, and a proactive approach to risk management.

Responsibilities
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable AML/CFT and regulatory frameworks
  • Conduct client onboarding, KYC, EDD, and periodic reviews
  • Review and investigate suspicious activity, escalating cases where required
  • Maintain accurate records of compliance checks and reporting obligations
  • Oversee daily transaction monitoring to identify unusual activity
  • Work with automated KYC tools to streamline compliance processes
  • Provide compliance advice to internal stakeholders across departments
  • Support regulatory audits and liaise with relevant authorities

Requirements
  • 3–5 years of compliance experience in financial services, ideally FX/CFD
  • Knowledge of AML/CFT frameworks, KYC/EDD, and suspicious activity reporting
  • Experience with automated KYC and AML monitoring tools
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions (FSC, CySEC, or similar)
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
  • Ability to communicate compliance requirements clearly across teams

Nice to Have
  • Exposure to both EU high-tier and offshore low-tier regulatory environments
  • Knowledge of crypto or virtual asset compliance practices
  • Professional compliance certification (e.g., ACAMS)
  • Experience liaising with regulators and external auditors

Benefits
  • Competitive salary of €30,000 – €48,000 per annum
  • Fully remote position with international exposure
  • Opportunity to contribute to the compliance framework of a growing brokerage
  • Collaborative and professional working culture
  • Career growth in global regulatory compliance

This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to play a key role in safeguarding the operations of a dynamic international brokerage.

Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.


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Salary: 30k-48k EUR

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