Head of Compliance and Risk

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the designated compliance officer responsible for enterprise-wide compliance management, including BSA/AML/OFAC policies, procedures, and program documentation.

• Keep abreast of federal and state regulatory changes, evaluate their impact on the business, advise stakeholders on emerging risks, and implement controls to address them.

• Design, implement, and oversee a comprehensive and scalable Enterprise Risk and Compliance program from start to finish.

• Conduct thorough risk assessments and policy analyses to identify BSA/AML and other risk exposures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop mitigating controls and monitoring strategies.

• Create end-to-end banking-as-a-service compliance programs that encompass customer onboarding, ongoing risk assessments, financial transaction reviews, and reporting.

• Manage relationships with bank partners and supervise partner due diligence along with cannabis-specific program evaluations.

• Lead essential organizational audits and oversee compliance risk assessments of third-party vendors.

• Build, mentor, and expand a high-performing compliance team.

• Design and deliver compliance training for product, operations, and client-facing teams.

• Drive the selection and implementation of specific compliance tools, including AML transaction monitoring, verifications, and case management platforms.

• Promote a culture of integrity and proactive risk management within a high-growth environment.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of compliance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role focused on compliance and BSA/AML.

• Profound understanding of compliance requirements and AML within highly regulated industries.

• Proven experience in banking or financial services, particularly within high-risk businesses.

• Skilled in developing and mentoring a team that supports the design and execution of the risk and compliance framework.

• A successful track record in a fintech, payments company, neobank, or tech-oriented business managing regulatory obligations and relationships with bank partners.

• Exceptional communication, influence, and cross-functional leadership abilities.

• At least 4 years of managerial or supervisory experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible PTO - you’re going to be working hard so enjoy time off with no cap!

• A robust stock option plan to give our employees a direct stake in LeafLink’s success.

• 5 Days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) - giving back is important to us, and we encourage our employees to prioritize cultivating a better community.

• Competitive compensation and 401k match.

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision).

• Commuter Benefits through our Flexible Spending Account.