Trilingual Compliance Manager Spanish English Portuguese

Position Overview:Build, implement, and oversee the company’s compliance framework across internal operations, client relationships, and third-party partnerships (e.g. SAP).This role is critical as the company scales and requires a hands-on builder who can establish compliance from the ground up, ensuring alignment with global standards while addressing LATAM-specific regulatory risks.The Compliance Manager will act as a central control function, working cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Finance, Sales, and external partners to ensure ethical, regulatory, and contractual compliance.
Responsibilities:Compliance program design and governance Design and implement a comprehensive compliance framework (policies, procedures, controls).Establish a risk-based compliance program, prioritizing high-risk jurisdictions (LATAM).Develop and maintain: Code of Conduct, Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption (ABAC) policies, AML/KYC policies, Third-Party Risk Management frameworkCreate a compliance governance structure (reporting lines, escalation protocols).Report regularly to senior management on compliance risks.
Internal Compliance (HR and Operations)Partner with HR to ensure compliance with:Labor laws across LATAM jurisdictionsEmployee onboarding/offboarding controlsBackground checks and conflict of interest disclosuresImplement and monitor:Ethics hotline/whistleblower mechanismsInternal investigations processesDevelop and roll out mandatory compliance trainings (e.g., ABAC, data privacy).Ensure compliance with internal policies across all departments.
Client Compliance (KYC/CDD)Design and manage Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) processes:Client onboarding risk assessmentsUBO identification and verificationSanctions and PEP screeningDefine risk tiers and enhanced due diligence (EDD) procedures.Work with Sales and Finance to embed compliance into the commercial lifecycle.Maintain audit-ready documentation for all client due diligence processes.
Third-Party and Partner ComplianceImplement a Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) program covering: vendors, consultants, and strategic partners.Conduct due diligence on third parties:Integrity checksSanctions screeningContractual compliance clauses
anEnsure partners adhere to:Company compliance standardsApplicable anti-corruption and data protection lawsMonitor ongoing third-party risks and performance
Regulatory Compliance (LATAM Focus)Monitor and interpret regulatory requirements across LATAM.Ensure compliance with:Anti-corruption lawsData privacy regulationsAML frameworks where applicable.
Monitoring, Audits, and continuous improvementDevelop and execute a compliance monitoring plan.Conduct periodic internal audits and risk assessments.Track and report compliance KPIs, such as: % of employees trained, KYC completion rates, third-party risk assessments completedDrive remediation plans and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Law.10 years of experience in compliance, legal, audit, or risk management.Strong experience in: KYC/AML frameworks, Anti-corruption compliance, Third-party risk management Experience working in or with LATAM jurisdictions is required.Fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese