Compliance Lawyer - Mexico City (Hybrid)

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  Law degree and active registration as a licensed lawyer in Mexico.

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  Proven experience in Mexican financial regulation, AML/CFT (Prevención de Lavado de Dinero), and compliance for regulated businesses.

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  A strong dual profile (Legal + Compliance), capable of seamlessly shifting between regulatory advisory, compliance operations oversight, and commercial/contractual support.

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  Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex regulatory frameworks into practical business requirements.

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  Excellent verbal and written communication skills to influence cross-functional stakeholders and explain evidence-based recommendations.

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  Experience or strong interest in using AI tools to automate workflows and improve legal/compliance processes.

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  Adaptability to fast-changing environments, with proven role-specific execution in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

• Direct legal or compliance experience navigating SOFOM, SOFIPO, or crypto/stablecoin regulatory frameworks.

• Experience reviewing customers or regulatory requirements in Brazil or Colombia.

• Independent analytical skills using spreadsheets, SQL, or Python to monitor compliance metrics.

• Basic proficiency in Portuguese, or a strong desire to learn it.

• A good sense of humor.

This is a hybrid role: you'll split your time between the office, customers and home. We don't set a minimum number of office days for most roles — you'll spend time in the office naturally, and most days during your ramp-up or when your leader asks.

• A high talent-density team driven to make an impact in Latin America — low ego, high ownership.
• Competitive salary and stock options (ESOP) from day one.
• An annual learning budget and accelerated development paths.
• English is our working language, with Spanish and Portuguese every day.

• Clarity — Open and direct communication: we say what we mean and give context where it matters.
• Simplicity — If it can be simpler, it should be.
• Ownership — We own everything we do, end to end. When something needs to happen, we don't wait.
• Pride — We hold ourselves to a high standard, and it shows in what we deliver.
• ABC (Always Be Changing) — We adapt fast, embrace change, and keep learning.
• Inclusivity — Diverse ideas, stories and perspectives build a better Clara.

If you meet the must-haves, apply — the nice-to-haves are a bonus, not a requirement.