About the Company
We are a global financial technology and digital payments organization trusted by leading financial institutions, Fortune 1000 enterprises, and government agencies to deliver secure, compliant, and innovative financial solutions. Operating across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America, we manage billions of secure transactions annually while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and operational integrity.
As our organization continues to expand into new markets and regulatory jurisdictions, we are seeking an accomplished Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to lead our global compliance organization and serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
The Chief Compliance Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously enhancing an enterprise-wide compliance management framework that protects the organization while enabling sustainable growth. This executive will oversee compliance strategy across financial crime prevention, ethics, corporate governance, regulatory affairs, consumer protection, third-party risk management, data privacy, internal investigations, and enterprise compliance monitoring.
This role requires an executive capable of balancing regulatory expectations with business innovation. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with regulators, external auditors, legal counsel, and senior business leaders while fostering a culture where integrity, accountability, and ethical decision-making are embedded throughout the organization.
The ideal leader brings extensive experience within highly regulated industries such as banking, fintech, capital markets, payments, insurance, or financial services and possesses a deep understanding of evolving U.S. and international regulatory requirements. They are recognized for their executive presence, strategic judgment, and ability to influence enterprise-wide decisions that strengthen governance and reduce organizational risk.
This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the compliance strategy of a rapidly growing global organization where executive leadership values transparency, responsible innovation, and long-term stakeholder trust.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the organization’s enterprise-wide compliance strategy aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory expectations.
- Serve as the principal advisor to executive leadership and the Board regarding compliance, ethics, regulatory developments, and enterprise risk.
- Design, implement, and maintain an effective Compliance Management System (CMS) across all business operations.
- Lead regulatory compliance programs covering federal, state, and international requirements applicable to financial services and technology operations.
- Oversee enterprise compliance monitoring, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Direct company-wide anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), sanctions screening, fraud prevention, and financial crime compliance programs.
- Lead enterprise ethics and corporate conduct initiatives while promoting a culture of integrity and accountability.
- Develop governance frameworks supporting regulatory reporting, policy management, and internal controls.
- Manage relationships with regulatory agencies, external auditors, independent monitors, and government authorities.
- Oversee internal compliance investigations involving regulatory concerns, employee misconduct, and potential violations.
- Provide strategic guidance regarding new products, market expansion, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
- Lead enterprise compliance risk assessments and ensure timely remediation of identified issues.
- Establish key compliance metrics and executive reporting dashboards for senior leadership and the Board.
- Oversee third-party compliance due diligence and vendor risk management programs.
- Collaborate with Legal, Internal Audit, Information Security, Risk Management, Finance, and Operations to strengthen governance across the organization.
- Build, mentor, and lead a global compliance organization focused on operational excellence and regulatory readiness.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD), Master’s degree, or Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Public Policy, or related discipline.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive compliance, legal, regulatory, audit, or enterprise risk leadership experience.
- At least 8 years serving in executive or senior compliance leadership positions.
- Extensive experience within banking, fintech, digital payments, capital markets, insurance, or other highly regulated industries.
- Demonstrated expertise with U.S. federal and state financial regulations and global regulatory frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of AML, KYC, OFAC sanctions, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), anti-bribery regulations, consumer protection, privacy laws, and corporate governance.
- Experience presenting directly to Boards of Directors and executive leadership teams.
- Proven success managing regulatory examinations and interactions with government agencies.
- Exceptional leadership, negotiation, communication, and executive presentation skills.
- Professional certifications such as CRCM, CAMS, CCEP, CIA, CPA, or equivalent are highly preferred.
Personal Capabilities and Qualifications
The successful executive demonstrates exceptional integrity, independent judgment, and the ability to lead confidently in complex regulatory environments. They inspire confidence among regulators, executive leadership, employees, investors, and business partners while maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Ideal candidates possess:
- Executive leadership presence.
- Strategic business judgment.
- Outstanding regulatory knowledge.
- Strong analytical and investigative capabilities.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
- Sound decision-making under pressure.
- High emotional intelligence and executive maturity.
- Ability to influence organizational strategy without compromising regulatory integrity.
- Strong organizational leadership and talent development skills.
- Commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Strategic Support
As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Compliance Officer provides strategic support by:
- Advising the CEO and Board on enterprise compliance risks and regulatory developments.
- Supporting strategic growth initiatives through proactive compliance planning.
- Evaluating regulatory implications of acquisitions, partnerships, and international expansion.
- Guiding executive decision-making on governance and corporate ethics.
- Strengthening enterprise risk management through cross-functional collaboration.
- Developing long-term compliance strategies that enable innovation while protecting the organization.
- Supporting investor confidence through strong governance and transparent compliance practices.
- Enhancing organizational resilience by anticipating emerging regulatory challenges.
Working Conditions
- Fully Remote position within the United States.
- Executive leadership role supporting teams across multiple domestic and international time zones.
- Limited domestic and international travel (approximately 20–30%) for Board meetings, regulatory engagements, leadership summits, and strategic planning sessions.
- Company-provided executive technology package and home office support.
- Fast-paced, highly collaborative environment requiring exceptional judgment, responsiveness, and discretion.
Job Function
The Chief Compliance Officer is responsible for establishing and maintaining a world-class enterprise compliance program that safeguards the organization’s reputation, supports sustainable growth, and ensures adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards. This executive partners closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, Legal, Internal Audit, Risk Management, Finance, and business leaders to integrate compliance into strategic decision-making while fostering a culture of integrity across the enterprise.
Compensation & Benefits
Executive Compensation Package
Base Salary: $465,000 – $590,000 USD annually
Compensation is determined based on executive leadership experience, industry expertise, organizational impact, and overall qualifications.
Eligible executives may also receive:
- Executive Annual Performance Bonus
- Long-Term Equity Incentive Program (RSUs and Performance Stock Units)
- Executive Deferred Compensation Plan
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Executive Health Assessment Program
- Company-Paid Life, Disability, and Supplemental Insurance
- Unlimited Flexible Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental and Family Care Leave
- Executive Financial Planning Services
- Professional Association Memberships and Continuing Education
- Home Office and Technology Stipend
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (where applicable)
- Mental Health and Wellness Benefits
- Annual Executive Leadership Summit
- Global Travel Opportunities
Why Join Us
Our organization believes that strong governance and ethical leadership are competitive advantages. As Chief Compliance Officer, you will help shape the strategic direction of a global enterprise operating at the intersection of financial innovation and regulatory excellence.
You will partner directly with the CEO, Board of Directors, and executive leadership team to build a compliance organization recognized for integrity, operational excellence, and forward-thinking governance. Your leadership will influence enterprise strategy, strengthen stakeholder confidence, and help ensure that innovation is delivered responsibly and sustainably.
If you are an accomplished compliance executive passionate about protecting organizations while enabling growth, we invite you to lead one of the most critical functions within our global enterprise.
Job Features
| Job Category | Legal & Corporate Compliance |