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Senior Compliance Officer

EthSwitch S.C

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Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

5 years - 7 years

1 Position

2025-07-01

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2025-07-09

Required Skills

Time Management

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Fields of study

Accounting

Law

Finance

Information Technology

Full Time

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Job Description

  • Senior Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring that EthSwitch complies with all applicable legal, regulatory, ethical, and internal policy requirements both domestic and international. This position plays a key role in designing and implementing a comprehensive compliance framework within the newly established Risk Management and Compliance Division. The role includes leading compliance initiatives to protect EthSwitch’s reputation, maintain regulatory relationships, and promote operational integrity. The officer also serves as a primary liaison with regulatory bodies and ecosystem stakeholders, supporting proactive risk mitigation and fostering a culture of compliance throughout the organization.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Economics, Information Technology, Law, Accounting, Finance, or Banking Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology.

  • Minimum 5 (Master) and 7 (BA) years of relevant experience in compliance, or regulatory affairs, preferably in financial services or digital payments. 

  • Proven experience working with financial institutions, financial intelligence units, or regulatory bodies is an advantageous.

  • Demonstrated understanding of AML/CFT, sanctions, and data protection standards (e.g., FATF, Basel, GDPR).

  • Experience with compliance technology platforms, risk registers, and monitoring tools. Certification in Compliance, AML (e.g., CAMS, ICA), or Risk Management is an advantageous. 

How To Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application with non-returnable CV, educational qualifications and work experience to hr@ethswitch.com, stating the title of the position clearly on the subject line. Qualified female applicants are highly encouraged.

*Please be aware that it is mandatory to attach your credentials (educational qualifications and work experience) along with your CV. Submitting only your CV is not sufficient.

*Please be advised that all applicants’ Educational Credentials will be verified with the respective higher institutions.

Fields Of Study

Accounting

Law

Finance

Information Technology

Skills Required

Time Management

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