Compliance Manager

Centurion Group

Compliance Manager overseeing compliance and risk within a fintech and digital payments organization. Engaging with regulators and developing compliance strategies for a growing international group.

Posted 5/26/2026full-timeBeirut • 🇱🇧 LebanonMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

AML complianceCTF complianceKYC frameworksKYB frameworkstransaction monitoringrisk assessmentssuspicious activity reportingregulatory compliancefinancial crime preventiondigital compliance workflows

Soft Skills

strategic directioncommunicationtrainingcollaborationleadershipproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingattention to detailreportingadvisory

Certifications & Qualifications

CAMSCBPCFE

Industry Keywords

financial servicesfintechcrypto industrycross-border regulationshigh-risk jurisdictionsEU regulationsMENA regulationsFATF recommendationscompliance auditsvendor due diligence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Determine the risk level of customers during onboarding and throughout their lifecycle
Implement and update the company’s AML/CTF compliance policies, ensuring adherence to local and international regulatory frameworks
Monitor and follow updates to AML laws, FATF recommendations, and applicable regulations (EU, MENA, and global)
Ensure day-to-day compliance with KYC/KYB protocols, client risk scoring, and transaction monitoring
Interact with regulators and compliance authorities and act as the primary contact for compliance inquiries
Develop the annual compliance work plan tailored to the unique characteristics of the organization
Provide strategic compliance direction to senior management and advise on compliance risks and best practices
Regularly revise compliance plans and internal controls in response to regulatory or business environment changes
Train and raise awareness among staff about financial crime prevention, AML, and ethical business practices
Review and investigate potential suspicious transactions, escalating where appropriate to regulatory bodies
Prepare and present clear, concise, and accurate compliance reports for senior leadership and the Board of Directors
Coordinate and support internal and external audits regarding regulatory and legal obligations
Ensure adequate recordkeeping and archiving of all relevant legal and compliance documentation
Lead the onboarding and due diligence of vendors, service providers, and third parties
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Operations, Finance, Legal, Marketing) to ensure a compliance-first culture
Implement technology solutions to improve digital compliance workflows and risk mitigation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Master’s degree is a plus
Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in a similar compliance and risk management position within the financial services, fintech, or crypto industry
Strong understanding of corporate structures, cross-border regulations, and high-risk jurisdictions including Estonia, Lithuania, and El Salvador
Proven experience with:
KYC/KYB frameworks
Transaction monitoring
Suspicious activity reporting
Risk assessments and remediation
Industry-recognized certifications are required: CAMS – Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, CBP – Certified Bitcoin Professional, CFE – Certified Fraud Examiner
Fluent in English and Arabic; French is a strong advantage.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities