Chief Compliance Officer

We are a well-established global Fin Tech and payments organization with nearly two decades of experience delivering secure, compliant, and scalable payment solutions worldwide. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, we support a diverse international client base and maintain a strong reputation for regulatory excellence, operational integrity, and financial crime prevention.

As a registered Money Services Business (MSB) operating under FinCEN and multiple U.S. state‑level Money Transmitter License (MTL) frameworks, compliance is foundational to our operations. Our programs span AML/CTF, OFAC screening, SAR reporting, transaction monitoring, and enterprise risk management across global markets.

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to lead and scale our global compliance function. This role is ideal for a compliance executive with deep MSB and MTL expertise, proven success managing international licensing and regulatory frameworks, and a strong track record of leading multinational compliance teams within complex, regulated environments.

The CCO will serve as the organization’s compliance authority, overseeing U.S. and international regulatory obligations while building scalable compliance infrastructure to support continued global expansion. This position offers significant executive visibility and influence across the organization.

• Own and lead the company’s global compliance strategy across MSB, MTL, PSP, EMI, and other regulated financial frameworks
• Ensure full compliance with U.S. MSB and state MTL requirements, including regulatory examinations, audits, renewals, and ongoing reporting
• Oversee international regulatory and licensing obligations across the U.S., EU, Canada (FINTRAC/RPAA), and Latin America
• Lead international licensing initiatives, including Payment Service Provider (PSP) and Electronic Money Institution (EMI) regulatory structures
• Design, implement, and continuously enhance AML/CTF programs, transaction monitoring systems, and risk‑based KYC/EDD frameworks
• Supervise SAR filings, OFAC screening, and regulatory reporting across multiple jurisdictions
• Conduct enterprise‑wide AML and compliance risk assessments and maintain robust global Policies & Procedures
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, banking partners, auditors, and licensing authorities
• Lead, mentor, and scale a global compliance team, fostering a strong culture of accountability and regulatory excellence
• Partner cross‑functionally with Product, Operations, Legal, Risk, and Executive Leadership to embed compliance into business strategy

• CAM Certification required
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in compliance, AML, or regulatory affairs within MSBs, Fin Techs, PSPs, EMIs, or other regulated financial institutions
• Demonstrated expertise with MSB and state MTL regulatory frameworks
• Strong experience managing international compliance and licensing, including PSP and EMI models
• Proven leadership of multinational compliance teams across multiple jurisdictions
• Hands‑on experience with regulatory examinations, audits, investigations, and remediation programs
• Deep understanding of AML/CTF, transaction monitoring, sanctions compliance, and financial crime risk management
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Business Administration, or related discipline (advanced degree a plus)
• Excellent executive‑level communication skills with experience engaging regulators and senior stakeholders
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus

• Lead compliance for a mature, globally operating Fin Tech organization
• Play a critical role in international growth and licensing strategy
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Flexible work environment:
  South Florida or fully remote
• Collaborate with an experienced executive team and global partners

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