Money Laundering Reporting Officer
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As a Money Laundering Reporting Officer at Bybit, you lead compliance and anti-money laundering efforts for one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges, serving over 80 million users. You operate as part of the second line of defense, ensuring Bybit meets Brazilian regulatory requirements and global AML/CFT standards while supporting the platform's rapid expansion.
What you'll do
- Implement and maintain AML/CFT and sanctions policies and procedures aligned with Brazilian regulatory requirements and global best practices.
- Serve as the regulatory interface for inspections, responses, and remediation plans with COAF and other authorities.
- Conduct customer due diligence (CDD/KYC/KYB) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) reviews using risk-based methodologies.
- Support ongoing transaction monitoring, screening, and investigation of suspicious activities.
- Prepare, review, and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other regulatory filings with COAF or relevant authorities.
- Monitor developments in AML/CFT and sanctions laws, and assist in updating internal procedures accordingly.
- Deliver internal training and awareness sessions on AML/CFT and sanctions compliance.
- Conduct periodic risk assessments to ensure all controls operate effectively and align with the company's enterprise risk management framework.
- Maintain accurate documentation and audit trails for all compliance reviews, escalations, and filings.
- Support internal and external audits, as well as inspections or information requests from regulators.
- Coordinate with Legal, Risk, Operations, and Technology teams to strengthen compliance systems and data integrity.
- Contribute to the assessment and oversight of third-party vendors that support AML/CFT and compliance operations.
What you bring
- Legal residency in Brazil.
- Minimum 7 years of senior-level experience in AML/CFT and sanctions compliance in financial, fintech, or VASP sectors.
- Proven ability to operate independently as part of the second line of defense.
- Strong understanding of COAF, Central Bank of Brazil, and CVM regulations, as well as FATF standards.
- Proficiency in KYC/KYB, transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting.
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Excellent analytical skills, professional integrity, and fluency in both Portuguese and English.
- Fit and proper standards with no disqualifying factors: no history of bankruptcy or insolvency, an unblemished reputation, and knowledge of the crypto segment, market dynamics, and associated risks.
- Technical capability compatible with the functions to be exercised.
Nice to have
- Postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or ICA (International Compliance Association).
What we offer
- Study Growth Fund to support your professional development and continuous learning.
- Regular internal events including team-building activities, workshops, and collaborative sessions.
- Global collaboration with a diverse, international team.
- Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding global company.
- Internal mobility and long-term development opportunities to build your career path at Bybit.
About Bybit
Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the world's leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. The company delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3, recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry.
