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Head of Compliance and Risk

Lead enterprise-wide compliance and BSA/AML programs for a fintech cannabis platform. Own risk assessments, regulatory monitoring, bank partner relationships, and build a high-performing compliance team.

180k – 225k/yr
Remote8+ YOELegal

About the role

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Serve as designated compliance officer owning enterprise-wide compliance management, BSA/AML/OFAC policies, procedures and program documentation
  • Monitor federal and state regulatory developments, assess business impact, advise stakeholders on emerging risks, and implement controls to mitigate them
  • Design, build, implement and monitor an end-to-end, comprehensive and scalable Enterprise Risk and Compliance program
  • Perform comprehensive risk assessments and policy analysis to determine BSA/AML and other risk exposures, collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop mitigating controls and monitoring strategies
  • Develop end-to-end banking-as-a-service compliance programs including customer onboarding, ongoing risk assessments, financial transactions review and reporting
  • Manage bank partner relationships and oversee partner due diligence and cannabis specific program reviews
  • Lead necessary organizational audits and oversee third-party compliance risk assessments
  • Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing compliance team
  • Develop and deliver compliance training for product, operations, and client-facing teams
  • Drive selection and implementation of specific compliance tools, including AML transaction monitoring, verifications, and case management platforms
  • Champion a culture of integrity and proactive risk management in a high growth environment

What You’ll Bring to the Team

  • 8+ years of compliance experience, with at least 3 years in compliance and BSA/AML leadership role
  • Deep understanding of compliance requirements and AML in highly regulated businesses
  • Demonstrated experience in banking or financial services in high risk businesses
  • Experienced in developing and mentoring a team that supports the design and implementation of the risk and compliance framework
  • Proven track record at a fintech, payments company, neobank, or tech-forward business managing regulatory requirements and bank partner relationships
  • Excellence in communication, influence, and cross-functional leadership
  • Minimum of 4 years managerial or supervisory experience

Perks & Benefits

  • Flexible PTO
  • Robust stock option plan
  • 5 Days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • Competitive compensation and 401k match
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
  • Commuter Benefits through Flexible Spending Account

Skills

Bsa/AmlOfac ComplianceRisk AssessmentRegulatory ComplianceBanking ComplianceFintech ComplianceAml Transaction MonitoringCompliance Program DevelopmentTeam LeadershipCross-Functional Collaboration

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