Compliance Manager (AML_CFT Compliance Officer) Brazil

At Ripple, we’re building a world where value moves like information does today. It’s big, it’s bold, and we’re already doing it. Through our crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments and developers, we are improving the global financial system and creating greater economic fairness and opportunity for more people, in more places around the world. And we get to do the best work of our career and grow our skills surrounded by colleagues who have our backs. If you’re ready to see your impact and unlock incredible career growth opportunities, join us, and build real world value. The WORK: Ripple is growing its Global Compliance team and seeks to hire a Compliance Manager (AML/CTF Compliance Officer) in its Brazilian entity. The candidate will be passionate about leading and improving Ripple Brazil's compliance program. Additionally, the role will focus on operationalizing Ripple Brazil's digital currency exchange & payments activities, including working closely with the Regulatory Compliance team on local license initiatives. WHAT YOU'LL DO: * Act as the designated AML/CTF Compliance Officer under the AML Law. * Implement and develop the compliance programs in Brazil, ensuring the execution of effective and appropriate controls that reflect the business’ inherent risks and regulatory requirements. * Develop policies, procedures (in both English and Portuguese), and risk assessments for new products and services, and work closely with Regulatory Compliance personnel to obtain local registrations and authorizations. * Under the direction of the Head of Financial Crimes Compliance, build local compliance operations that align with local requirements and represent Ripple in front of the Central Bank of Brazil and COAF. * Implement risk-based Know Your Customer (KYC), transaction monitoring, and watchlist screening. * Support Global Compliance conducting KYC reviews of Group customers. * Establish relationships with the local Responsib