DEPUTY COMPLIANCE OFFICER – One Communications

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into suspicious transactions, potential money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud-related activities.
• Lead complex and high-risk investigations, including transaction tracing and detailed data analysis.
• Identify patterns of suspicious activity, including structuring, rapid fund movement, unusual wallet activity, and coordinated account behavior.
• Maintain complete and accurate investigation files in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all investigative findings are evidence-based, documented, and escalated appropriately.
• Act as the Compliance Officer during periods of absence, including authority to:
  Approve and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs)
  Oversee compliance operations
  Engage with regulatory authorities as required
• Support regulatory examinations, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to AML and Fraud Analysts.
• Assist with case assignments, prioritization, and workflow management.
• Review investigation outcomes and provide quality assurance feedback.
• Support operational activities during periods of increased workload
• Regulatory Reporting Assist in preparing and submitting regulatory reports to the Bank of Guyana and other relevant authorities.
• Ensure all reporting obligations are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Maintain records of investigations, internal escalations, and regulatory submissions.
• Support ongoing compliance with AML/CFT/CPF regulations and internal policies.
• Transaction Monitoring & Data Analysis Analyze transaction activity to identify emerging risks, suspicious trends, and anomalies.
• Support enhancements to transaction monitoring scenarios, thresholds, and alert management processes.
• Develop and document financial crime typologies, red flags, and risk indicators.
• Monitor compliance metrics and prepare reports on compliance performance.
• Recommend corrective actions to address identified risks and control gaps
• Agent & Merchant Risk Oversight Monitor activity across MMG’s agent and merchant network to identify:
  Unusual cash-in and cash-out activity
  High-volume or coordinated wallet transactions
  Potential misuse of services for layering or illicit fund movement
• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Support risk assessments relating to agents, merchants, and customer activity.
• Policy, Risk & Program Support Support the development, review, and implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Conduct customer screening and due diligence reviews where required.
• Verify customer information and supporting documentation.
• Identify and escalate compliance concerns and potential regulatory breaches.
• Assist with ongoing enhancements to MMG’s compliance framework
• Training & Awareness Support the delivery of AML/CFT and fraud awareness training programs.
• Provide guidance to employees on identifying and escalating suspicious activities.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance throughout the organization.
• Collaboration Work closely with internal departments to support compliance initiatives and investigations.
• Provide subject matter expertise on compliance-related matters.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and meetings as required.
• Support a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Law, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Compliance, AML/CFT, Fraud Investigations, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Professional certification in AML/CFT, Financial Crime Compliance, or Fraud Prevention (e.g., CAMS) is preferred.
• Experience within financial services, fintech, banking, telecommunications, or payment systems is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and compliance monitoring tools.
• Experience using data analytics and technology solutions to support compliance functions is an asset.

How to Apply