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dLocalCompliance Officer / MLRO- Senegal
dLocal provides financial technology infrastructure to support global commerce in emerging markets across more than sixty countries. The company operates in a fast-paced environment with a…
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Compliance Officer / MLRO- Senegal at dLocal is a full-time role. Work arrangement: Remote. Location: Applicants in UAE only. No salary is shown in this listing. It was posted on Oct 27, 2026. This listing is paused and not taking applications at the moment.
Job Description
dLocal provides financial technology infrastructure to support global commerce in emerging markets across more than sixty countries. The company operates in a fast-paced environment with a global workforce representing over forty nationalities. Currently, the organization is seeking a professional to join the team as a Compliance Officer and MLRO based in Senegal.
This position acts as the primary contact for regulatory matters within the WAEMU and BCEAO zone. The person in this role will manage local regulatory compliance, oversee banking relationships, and handle internal reporting. Key duties encompass directing Know Your Customer onboarding, operating transaction monitoring systems, and managing anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing policies.
The role suits an experienced compliance professional with a background in financial services, banking, or the fintech sector who understands regional payment regulations. Candidates must be fluent in French and capable of engaging directly with local regulators such as the BCEAO, CENTIF, Ministry of Finance, and ARTP.
Responsibilities
- Manage the Know Your Customer onboarding process for new and existing customers in Senegal according to local directives
- Run and improve transaction monitoring systems to identify and report suspicious activities in the Senegalese market
- Act as the primary contact for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing matters in Senegal
- Keep track of regulatory updates across Senegal, the WAEMU zone, and ECOWAS, and inform internal teams
- Maintain professional relationships with local regulatory bodies including BCEAO, CENTIF, the Ministry of Finance, and ARTP
- Design and enforce compliance rules specifically for domestic and cross-border remittances
- Perform risk assessments to spot and reduce compliance risks within the local context
- Prepare accurate regulatory reports and file suspicious activity reports with CENTIF and BCEAO
- Deliver compliance training sessions to employees with an emphasis on anti-money laundering practices
Requirements
- Bachelor degree or higher in Law, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- Professional certifications including CAMS, ACAMS, ICA, or an equivalent qualification recognized in Francophone Africa
- Four to six years of professional compliance experience in banking, fintech, or the financial services sector
- Practical experience with compliance workflows, automated alerts, or reporting systems
- Strong understanding of KYC rules, transaction monitoring, and anti-money laundering regulations in Senegal and the WAEMU zone
- Fluency in the French language
Qualifications
- A degree obtained from an institution located in Senegal or the WAEMU region
- Prior exposure to compliance for payments, remittances, and mobile financial services
- Demonstrated history of building and maintaining working relationships with Senegalese regulators like BCEAO, CENTIF, and ARTP
- Proficiency in English
- Knowledge of Wolof or another local language
Core Skills
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements focusing on impact and productivity with schedule flexibility
- Opportunities to connect in person at collaboration hubs depending on the role and location
- Participation in a referral bonus program for introducing successful job candidates
- The option to work from anywhere while traveling for up to three months every year
- Tailored country-specific benefits
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Where is this job located?
The position is based in Senegal and is open to applicants across the entire country.
What is the employment type?
The job posting indicates a full-time employment type.
What is the remote work policy?
The posting specifies that the role is on-site, though it notes the company offers flexible schedules and the ability to work while traveling for up to three months each year.
What salary does this position offer?
The exact salary is not stated in the job posting.
What language skills are required?
Fluency in French is required. Proficiency in English is considered a significant advantage, and knowing Wolof or another local language is also appreciated.
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