Chief Compliance Officer

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Chief Compliance Officer in the United States.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and shape the compliance and legal infrastructure of a fast-growing fintech organization in the U.S. You will own end-to-end compliance for all federal and state regulatory requirements, including BSA/AML, OFAC, and consumer protection standards, while managing Money Transmitter Licenses across multiple states. The position combines hands-on regulatory engagement with strategic leadership, enabling you to build scalable compliance programs from the ground up. You will act as the primary point of contact for U.S. regulators, provide legal guidance to operational and commercial teams, and contribute to global legal initiatives. This is a high-impact, autonomous role where your judgment, regulatory credibility, and commercial acumen will directly influence business growth and risk mitigation. You will also have the opportunity to grow into a broader global compliance leadership role as the organization expands across corridors and products.

Accountabilities

• Design, implement, and maintain U.S. BSA/AML compliance programs in line with FinCEN requirements and the Bank Secrecy Act
• Manage SAR and CTR filings, CIP/CDD/EDD frameworks, OFAC sanctions compliance, and adverse media monitoring
• Own and administer Money Transmitter Licenses (MTL) across all active U.S. states, including renewals, amendments, new applications, and regulatory examinations
• Ensure compliance with federal consumer protection laws, including Reg E (Remittance Transfer Rule) and CFPB standards
• Build and maintain compliance policies, procedures, controls, and training programs for U.S.-facing staff and relevant global teams
• Provide day-to-day legal support on commercial agreements, product launches, operational decisions, and corporate governance matters
• Engage directly with regulators, external counsel, and internal stakeholders, translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance
• Maintain compliance risk registers, oversee compliance technology, and support global legal and regulatory projects

Requirements

• 5–8 years of compliance experience in financial services, with a strong focus on U.S. MSB, money transmission, or fintech compliance
• Deep knowledge of FinCEN BSA/AML requirements, OFAC sanctions frameworks, and state MTL regulations
• Proven experience managing MTL portfolios, state regulatory exams, and NMLS administration
• Familiarity with Reg E, CFPB consumer protection obligations, and risk-based compliance program development
• Hands-on experience building or significantly enhancing compliance programs in growth-stage or scaling environments
• Confidence in independently engaging with federal and state regulators
• Strong written, analytical, and communication skills, capable of producing board-quality reporting and internal guidance
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD, CAMS, or equivalent professional qualification strongly preferred
• Preferred: cross-border remittance or international regulatory experience, exposure to compliance tech stack, and experience with multi-corridor payment operations

Benefits

Competitive U.S. fintech market salary with equity participation

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)

Paid time off and flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to own U.S. compliance end-to-end and shape global compliance strategy

High-impact role with direct access to senior leadership and regulators

Professional growth potential into a global compliance leadership position

Exposure to cutting-edge fintech regulatory and operational frameworks

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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