Join one of the fastest-growing FinTech startups in South East Asia!

HitPay is a one-stop payment platform for SMEs, on a mission to empower businesses with easy access to digital payments. From no-code e-commerce plugins to affordable credit card readers, we help thousands of merchants bring their business dreams to life.

HitPay is backed by Tiger Global, Global Founders Capital, Y Combinator, HOF Capital, and angel investors. Were expanding rapidly and are looking for a talented Compliance Associate to join us.

About The Role

As a Compliance Associate, youll improve HitPay’s Know Your Customer (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) Risk Management.

You’ll develop and implement AML and sanctions control activities and policies, including Customer Due Diligence (CDD), transaction monitoring, name screening, payment screening, and list management.

This is a full-time role with amazing growth potential. If youre responsible and self-motivated with strong analytical skills, wed love to hear from you!

Job Requirements:

At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the financial services or payments industry involved in activities related to customer due diligence, transaction monitoring, suspicious transaction (STR) reporting and risk-based assessments
Strong working knowledge of general fintech compliance matters, and AML/CTF regulations globally, with an emphasis in ASEAN markets
University degree, preferably in areas related to business, banking or finance
Additional qualifications in governance, risk and compliance, such as CAMS/CTMA will be an added advantage
Existing relationships and/or experience working with the Bangko Sentral Ng Pilipinas (BSP)/ Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC) and other SEA regulators are a plus
Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills. Previous experience in SQL will be an added advantage.
Able to work independently and collaboratively in a remote-first working environment
High level of integrity and responsibility
Can manage deadlines, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
[Optional but preferred] Able to speak and write fluently in another language, especially Malay, Bahasa, Tagalog, or Mandarin

What You’ll Do

Provide expert guidance to HitPay on KYC/AML requirements, offering insights especially on intricate cases.
Take charge of resolving all Client Due Diligence requests and activities within established timeframes. Promptly escalate any emerging issues or bottlenecks to ensure timely resolution.
Identify and escalate potential concerns related to sanctions, PEP (Politically Exposed Persons), adverse media, or suspicious activities
Collaborate in the development and continuous enhancement of policies and procedures associated with client onboarding and ongoing due diligence.
Develop and implement AML and sanctions control measures, which encompass Customer Due Diligence (CDD), transaction monitoring, name screening, payment screening, and blacklist management.
Work diligently to implement and enforce AML and sanctions policies to align with regulatory guidelines.
Play a pivotal role in improving HitPays overall AML and CFT Risk Management strategies.

Why Join Us:

Highly motivated, smart, and supportive team
Flexible, remote working
Clearly defined roles and targets
Career progression path
Learning opportunities and growth
Stock options
Co-working space credits
Local GP medical reimbursement
21 days annual paid leave
Unlimited medical leave