Compliance Officer📣 إعلان

About the Role

Lean Technologies is seeking a Compliance Officer to join its growing team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position offers an opportunity to develop compliance knowledge within Saudi Arabia’s emerging Open Banking sector and contribute to building the local Compliance function. The Compliance Officer will report to the Compliance Manager and is suitable for professionals with 2-5 years of experience in regulatory compliance within the Saudi fintech ecosystem.

Company Overview

Lean Technologies operates as a multi-product infrastructure company, facilitating payments, data, and lending across the MENA region. The company has experienced substantial growth, tripling in size over the past twelve months with further expansion anticipated. Starting as a pioneering Open Finance platform, Lean Technologies is now expanding into new markets, opening offices, acquiring businesses, and developing new capabilities. The company has processed billions of dollars in transactions, serves over 350 clients, and is backed by investors including General Catalyst, Sequoia, and Shorooq.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform KYC collection, validation, and remediation tracking for clients and partners.
• Manage client onboarding processes, including questionnaires, documentation review, and follow-ups.
• Conduct screening, including Sanctions, PEP, and adverse media checks, along with verification and client risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate and complete KYC records within compliance systems.
• Support daily monitoring of limits, including transaction activity.
• Participate in the compliance monitoring program to ensure timely identification and escalation of risks.
• Support in compliance risk assessment activities.
• Support vendor risk assessments and ongoing third-party due diligence.
• Maintain structured evidence management for audits and regulatory reviews.
• Support the preparation of compliance documentation for regulatory authorities (SAMA) and internal audits.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and audit readiness at all times.
• Provide operational compliance support to UAE compliance teams when required.
• Collaborate closely with KSA-based compliance colleagues to ensure consistent controls and processes.

Essential Experience and Knowledge

• Experience in KYC, AML, or compliance operations, preferably within fintech, banking, or regulated financial services.
• Strong understanding of SAMA regulations, KYC requirements, and compliance best practices, or the ability to quickly develop this knowledge.
• Hands-on experience with KYC screening, verification, and risk assessment tools.
• Fintech experience is preferred; candidates with prior banking experience combined with startup experience are also considered.

Key Attributes and Work Environment

• High attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively within established control frameworks.
• Capacity to operate in a fast-growing, regulated environment with minimal supervision.
• The role requires collaboration with KSA-based compliance colleagues and may involve providing support to UAE compliance teams.

Location and Employment Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is part of a growing team and offers the opportunity to contribute to a developing compliance function within a dynamic company.