Job description
Position Title: Compliance Officer & Country Representative (Argentina)
Location: Argentina – Remote
Job Type: Full-time
Company Overview:
Telcoin is a global fintech innovator building financial products powered by blockchain and mobile technology. Since 2017, Telcoin has expanded operations to over 10 jurisdictions, delivering accessible, compliant, and secure digital asset services. As we scale further into Latin America, we are looking for a highly motivated individual to lead our regulatory compliance efforts in Argentina and represent Telcoin as our local country lead.
Role Overview:
This is a dual-role position. The successful candidate will act both as Telcoin’s Compliance Officer in Argentina, responsible for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) compliance, and as our local Country Representative, providing oversight for general operations and serving as our primary liaison with regulators and local partners. This role requires an independent, resourceful professional capable of balancing compliance leadership with country-level operational responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Compliance Responsibilities (AML/CFT):
Develop, implement, and maintain AML/CFT policies and procedures aligned with local Argentine regulations and Telcoin Group’s global standards.
Manage regulatory obligations under the Unidad de Información Financiera (UIF), including SAR (Suspicious Activity Report) filings and ongoing communication.
Conduct risk assessments to evaluate threats related to money laundering, terrorism financing, and fraud.
Oversee Customer Due Diligence (CDD), including Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for higher-risk profiles.
Monitor customer transactions and behavior for anomalies and ensure timely escalation and reporting as required by UIF guidelines.
Provide AML/CFT training to local staff and promote a strong compliance culture across all local activities.
Regulatory Licensing and Liaison:
Lead the process of obtaining and maintaining any necessary registrations or licenses for operating as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) or other regulatory classifications in Argentina.
Act as the primary point of contact for Argentine regulatory authorities (UIF, BCRA, AFIP, etc.).
Work closely with internal legal, product, and compliance teams, as well as external advisors, to ensure regulatory alignment.
Country Representative Duties:
Represent Telcoin’s interests and operations in Argentina as the official local point of contact.
Serve as a signatory or registered representative for corporate and regulatory purposes as needed.
Coordinate with Telcoin’s executive and global teams on business planning, hiring, vendor management, and operational oversight in Argentina.
Provide strategic insights on the Argentine market and assist in business development and local partnerships where relevant.
Ensure local entity governance and operational compliance with relevant laws and corporate obligations.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees or AML/CFT certifications (e.g., CAMS, CPAML) are a plus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a compliance role, ideally within fintech, digital assets, or financial services in Argentina.
Proven track record interacting with Argentine regulators such as UIF, BCRA, and AFIP.
Strong understanding of local AML/CFT regulatory frameworks and familiarity with virtual asset regulatory developments.
Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously, make strategic decisions, and represent a company in local matters.
Excellent communication skills in both Spanish and English.
Based in Argentina and legally authorized to work in the country.
