Amazon is seeking an experienced compliance professional with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) expertise to serve as a Compliance Manager and Deputy Compliance Officer for our Amazon Risk and Compliance Solutions team based in Bogotá, Colombia. The ideal candidate will bring proven expertise in building and implementing robust compliance frameworks, with specific focus on anti-money laundering (AML) regulations including SAGRILAFT, and Business Transparency and Ethics Programs (PTEE). You will lead strategic initiatives, partner with key stakeholders across the organization, and develop innovative compliance solutions to ensure our Colombian operations maintain full compliance with Superintendencia de Sociedades requirements and other applicable regulations.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the world's most innovative companies, where you'll drive meaningful change and shape the future of compliance in a fast-paced, global organization. You'll collaborate with talented teams across multiple business units, leverage advanced technology, and contribute directly to Amazon's growth and success in the region. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for compliance and ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment that offers significant professional growth opportunities, we want to hear from you.


Key job responsibilities
• Lead and collaborate on new product initiatives to assess legal implications, define compliance requirements, and design robust compliance frameworks and controls that ensure successful product launches while maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Proactively monitor and analyze regulatory landscapes to identify emerging compliance risks and requirements; develop strategic responses and guide cross-functional teams in implementing risk-based solutions that align with business objectives.
• Drive and oversee examination and external audit processes, fostering strong relationships with regulatory bodies and external assessors while ensuring timely, comprehensive, and accurate responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Champion a culture of compliance through strategic partnerships with business teams, delivering impactful training programs and providing expert guidance to influence product design and business decisions from a compliance perspective.
• Oversee the comprehensive execution of the compliance program, including monitoring control effectiveness, managing regulatory reporting requirements, and ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Develop and deliver sophisticated data-driven reports and analytics for senior management, synthesizing large volumes of complex compliance data into actionable insights and meaningful recommendations that drive strategic decision-making.
• Support and assist the Chief Compliance Officer in strategic initiatives, special projects, and critical compliance matters, serving as a key advisor and deputy in high-priority compliance activities.

A day in the life
As Compliance Manager, you will engage strategically across business, legal, operations, and technical teams to influence product direction and design appropriate AML controls. In this key role, you will advise senior stakeholders on compliance implications of business decisions, while developing and maintaining comprehensive SAGRILAFT/PTEE compliance frameworks to effectively mitigate risks.

Your activities will include guiding cross-functional teams on regulatory compliance, delivering training programs, building relationships with stakeholders and regulators, monitoring regulatory changes, conducting compliance testing, and supporting the Chief Compliance Officer in critical initiatives. You will leverage data-driven insights to ensure robust compliance across Amazon's Colombian operation.

About the team
Risk and Compliance Solutions (RCS) is Amazon’s Financial Crime and Consumer Protection Compliance gatekeeper for payment entities and activities, protecting buyers, brands and selling partners while allowing the organization to scale safely.

RCS designs, builds and manages Compliance Programs at the second-line level ensuring i) regulated RCS entities are compliant with applicable requirements, laws and regulations, ii) Amazon secures and maintains regulated licenses required to operate and, iii) Amazon brands can deliver trusted and valued payment experiences.

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