Compliance Officer / Compliance Analyst

About United Stables
United Stables Limited is introducing a new stablecoin,
$U
, with the ambition of redefining the global layer of money. $U is designed to construct a unified monetary layer by consolidating fragmented liquidity across multiple use cases, including exchange trading, wealth management, payments, DeFi, institutional settlement, and AI-driven autonomous systems.
From Nairobi to Silicon Valley, from human users to AI agents, $U is built to be
United, Inclusive, and Fluid
—enabling value to move seamlessly across borders, platforms, and participants, and advancing global financial inclusion.
Our Mission
To unify the global layer of money by consolidating fragmented liquidity across diverse financial ecosystems.
Role Overview
We are seeking a
Compliance Officer / Compliance Analyst
to support and strengthen United Stables’ compliance framework as we scale our stablecoin operations globally. This role will play a key part in onboarding, AML/CFT controls, risk assessments, and continuous enhancement of compliance processes.
Key Responsibilities
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Support and help oversee the company’s overall compliance strategy and implementation, ensuring alignment with applicable local laws, regulatory frameworks, and international standards
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Act as a subject matter expert and point of escalation for corporate onboarding cases
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Lead and contribute to special compliance projects and ad hoc assignments, including framework enhancements and regulatory readiness initiatives
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Perform and coordinate ad hoc quality assurance (QA) reviews to support regional and global compliance teams
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Identify, document, and propose process, control, and procedural improvements to strengthen the compliance framework
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Maintain and enhance internal compliance policies, procedures, and controls, ensuring documentation remains current and aligned with regulatory developments
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Support and coordinate regulatory interactions, including audits, information requests, supervisory reviews, and inspections by competent authorities
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Work closely with the Compliance Manager and senior stakeholders on ongoing assessments, compliance reviews, and ad hoc investigations
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Collaborate with Account Managers, VIP teams, and other key business stakeholders to ensure compliance considerations are embedded in business processes
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Operate and maintain compliance systems and tools, including platforms such as SumSub
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Apply strong knowledge of AML/CFT, sanctions, and financial crime controls, including virtual asset and stablecoin-specific regulatory expectations
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Conduct customer risk assessments, periodic and trigger-based reviews, and enhanced due diligence (EDD)
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Identify, assess, and document unusual activity, AML/CFT red flags, and potential financial crime risks, ensuring appropriate escalation
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Participate in internal and external training programs related to AML/CFT, sanctions, and regulatory compliance
Requirements
We are looking for motivated, detail-oriented professionals with strong judgment and a proactive approach to compliance.
The Successful Candidate Will Have:
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4+ years of relevant experience in a compliance role, with solid exposure to day-to-day compliance operations
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Strong hands-on experience in corporate onboarding, including complex and multi-layered corporate structures
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Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and well-reasoned documentation
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Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Well-developed communication, investigative, and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail
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Professional certification such as ACAMS is desirable, but not mandatory
Why United Stables
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Collaborate with world-class talent in a global, user-centric organization with a flat structure
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Work on unique, fast-paced, and high-impact projects in an innovative and evolving regulatory landscape
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Thrive in a results-driven environment that values ownership, autonomy, and continuous learning
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Remote / work-from-home arrangement