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Job Title: Junior Compliance Officer
Location: Orlando, FL
Department: Compliance
Reports To: Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Compliance Officer to join our growing team. In this role, you will work closely with the Chief Compliance Officer to help ensure our organization remains in full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This position is ideal for individuals with foundational experience or education in financial services or fintech compliance, and a strong desire to grow within a regulatory environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in implementing and monitoring the company’s compliance program across all departments.
Conduct reviews of policies, procedures, transactions, and controls to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.
Help maintain internal documentation and compliance reports for regulatory audits and exams.
Support in the execution of risk assessments and gap analyses.
Stay current with changes in laws and regulations that impact the business and assist in updating policies accordingly.
Participate in compliance training sessions and contribute to the development of compliance resources for staff.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., operations, product, legal) to support business initiatives while managing regulatory risks.
Report and escalate any potential compliance issues to the Chief Compliance Officer.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Law, or a related field.
1–3 years of experience in a compliance, audit, legal, or financial services role preferred.
Foundational knowledge of financial regulations including BSA/AML, OFAC, KYC, USA PATRIOT Act, and other relevant U.S. regulatory frameworks.
Experience or interest in Fintech, Digital Banking, or Payments is a plus.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.