Head of Compliance
Location
Remote
Employment
Full-time
Compensation & Benefits
$160,000
Job Description
We are seeking a Head of Compliance to lead and scale the compliance function for a fast-growing, regulated financial technology organization. This role will be responsible for designing and overseeing enterprise-wide compliance programs while partnering closely with executive leadership, product, engineering, and operations teams to support continued growth.
The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of regulatory expertise, operational execution, and business-minded decision-making, with experience operating in complex, high-growth financial services environments.
Job Requirements
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Own and lead all compliance activities across the organization.
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Design, implement, and maintain scalable compliance frameworks aligned with regulatory requirements and business objectives.
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Oversee AML, BSA, KYC, CIP, CDD, EDD, OFAC, and fraud prevention programs.
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Conduct enterprise risk assessments and implement appropriate controls and mitigation strategies.
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Serve as the primary compliance liaison for regulators, auditors, banking partners, and third-party vendors.
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Develop, maintain, and enforce compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls.
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Partner with product, engineering, data, and operations teams to embed compliance into product design and customer workflows.
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Support regulatory exams, audits, and partner reviews.
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Build and lead a high-performing compliance team as the organization scales.
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Monitor regulatory changes and translate requirements into actionable business practices.
Job Qualifications
Job Requirements
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Deep knowledge of U.S. financial services regulations and compliance standards.
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Hands-on experience managing AML and transaction monitoring programs.
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Experience working with banking partners, processors, and third-party vendors.
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Ability to balance regulatory risk with commercial and operational objectives.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with executive-level presence.
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Comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment with limited structure.
Job Qualifications
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10+ years of progressive compliance experience in fintech, payments, banking, or regulated financial services.
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Proven experience building or scaling compliance programs from the ground up.
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Experience managing regulatory examinations and audits.
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Prior leadership experience, including hiring and developing compliance teams.
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Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or compliance certifications preferred.
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Experience supporting consumer-facing or alternative financial products strongly preferred.
About the Company
A high-growth financial technology organization focused on providing accessible, innovative financial solutions to consumers and merchants. Our platform supports modern payment and cash-alternative solutions designed to serve both traditional and underbanked users, enabling seamless transactions in retail and digital environments.
Backed by strong leadership and strategic partners, the organization is committed to building scalable, compliant technology that meets regulatory expectations while delivering real-world financial utility. Compliance is viewed as a strategic function and a core enabler of long-term growth.