Director, Transaction Services & MLRO (Compliance Officer)

About the role

We are looking for a senior leader to head Mastercard Transaction Services in Mexico, acting as both Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO). The role combines strategic oversight of our licensed payment services with responsibility for AML/CFT and sanctions compliance across the region.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain a robust AML/CFT and sanctions program aligned with Mexican regulations (LFPIORPI, CNBV, UIF) and internal standards.
• Oversee real‑time sanctions screening, fraud management and due‑diligence processes for all payment and money‑transfer activities.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to Mexican authorities and regional regulators.
• Lead the compliance function within MTS Mexico, ensuring policies and procedures meet both local and global requirements.
• Collaborate with product, operations and legal teams to embed compliance into the customer experience and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on AML, sanctions and related risk matters.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in AML/CFT, sanctions compliance and regulatory reporting within the payments or financial services sector.
• Deep knowledge of Mexican AML regulations, including LFPIORPI, CNBV guidelines and UIF reporting obligations.
• Strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills and ability to operate in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Proven leadership capability to manage cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.

Required skills

• AML/CFT program design and implementation.
• Real‑time sanctions screening and fraud management.
• Regulatory reporting to Mexican financial authorities.
• Due‑diligence and risk assessment methodologies.