Compliance Specialist

ROLE PURPOSE

We are looking for an analytical and proactive Compliance Specialist to support our Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) framework in Spain.

You will help identify and manage compliance risks, strengthen policies and controls, and ensure regulatory requirements are embedded into our products and day-to-day operations. You will work closely with the Head of Compliance and teams across the business within an international fintech environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the implementation and improvement of Compliance, AML and Anti-Corruption policies and controls
• Monitor regulatory developments, assess their impact on the business and address compliance gaps
• Review KYC and customer due diligence files, assess risks and investigate potentially suspicious activity
• Support transaction monitoring and review sanctions, PEP and adverse media alerts
• Assist with regulatory inspections, audits, reporting and follow-up on remediation actions
• Support corporate compliance initiatives, including the ethics channel, internal policies and employee training
• Collaborate with Product, Operations, Risk, Legal and other teams to embed compliance requirements into business processes

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Solid knowledge of AML/CTF, KYC/CDD and Criminal Compliance
• Good understanding of Spanish and EU regulations applicable to financial services
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with attention to detail
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical policies, processes and controls
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders across the business
• Proactive mindset, ownership and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Fluency in Spanish and English, both written and spoken

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of relevant experience in Compliance, AML, Financial Crime, Risk, Legal or Regulatory functions
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, Finance or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus
• Experience in fintech, payments, banking, consumer finance or another regulated environment is preferred
• Experience with SEPBLAC, Bank of Spain, compliance audits or risk assessments is a plus
• Familiarity with AML/KYC platforms or compliance standards such as ISO 37301, ISO 37001 or UNE 19601 is an advantage

📍Based in Barcelona or willing to relocate.

BENEFITS

💪 Private health and dental insurance

👟 Discounted gym membership

💻 Freedom to work from home two days a week

🍎 Free fruit and snacks in the office

🌍 Team building activities and an international working environment

Interested in growing your career in Compliance within an international fintech? We’d love to hear from you! 🚀