Senior Compliance Officer

The world of payment processing is rapidly evolving, and businesses are looking for loyal and strategic partners to help them grow.

WE ARE NUVEI. Nuvei is the Canadian fintech company accelerating the business of clients around the world. Nuvei's modular, flexible and scalable technology allows leading companies to accept next-gen payments, offer all payout options and benefit from banking, risk and fraud management services. Connecting businesses to their customers in more than 200 markets, with local acquiring in 50+ markets, 150 currencies and more than 700 alternative payment methods, Nuvei provides the technology and insights for customers and partners to succeed locally and globally with one integration.

At Nuvei, we live our core values, and we thrive on solving complex problems. We're dedicated to continually improving our product and providing relentless customer service. We are always looking for exceptional talent to join us on the journey

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Compliance Officer & MLRO to manage aspects of regulatory compliance and financial crime prevention. This role is critical in ensuring the organisation meets its legal and regulatory obligations, with a particular focus on anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and broader conduct risks.

You will act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer and may also hold responsibility for Compliance Oversight if required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary compliance lead for Asia, ensuring adherence to all applicable regulations, including MAS, and other regional requirements.
• Maintain the Compliance Monitoring Plan and oversee compliance risk assessments.
• Develop and implement internal policies, procedures, and controls in line with regulatory requirements and global standards.
• Provide regulatory advice to the business and senior management, and support new product or market launches from a compliance perspective.
• Serve as the appointed MLRO for Singapore, overseeing the AML/CTF framework.
• Conduct and manage AML risk assessments, customer due diligence (CDD/EDD), transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening processes.
• Investigate suspicious transactions and file STRs (Suspicious Transaction Reports) with the Commercial Affairs Department (CAD) or relevant local authority.
• Ensure AML training and awareness across the business.
• Liaise with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and other regulators in the region as required.
• Prepare and deliver compliance and AML reports to senior management and the Board.
• Lead on regulatory inspections, audits, and inquiries.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in compliance, AML/CTF, or regulatory roles within financial services, fintech, or banking, including experience as a registered MLRO or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of MAS regulatory framework, Financial Advisers Act, Securities and Futures Act, and regional regulations
• Demonstrated experience in handling regulatory inspections, STR filings, and high-risk customer reviews.
• Strong understanding of the international regulatory environment (FATF, Wolfsberg, etc.).
• Relevant certifications (e.g. ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills

Benefits

• Annual leave - 23 days.
• Medical Insurance.
• Parental leave.

Nuvei is an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates collaboration and innovation and is committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. The team at Nuvei is comprised of a wealth of talent, skill, and ambition. We believe that employees are happiest when they're empowered to be their true, authentic selves. So, please come as you are. We can't wait to meet you.