Tower Legal Solutions · 3 weeks ago
Financial Services Attorney (BSA/AML/Sanctions) - 6to 12month+ temp position
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expTower Legal Solutions is seeking an experienced Financial Services Attorney with a strong background in BSA, AML, and sanctions compliance for a temporary position. The role involves providing legal guidance on regulatory matters, drafting compliance policies, and collaborating with various teams to enhance the company's compliance framework.
ConsultingDeliveryHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Provide legal and regulatory guidance on matters involving BSA, AML, and OFAC sanctions compliance
Advise on the design and implementation of policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulatory expectations
Support remediation projects related to regulatory findings, audit results, or program enhancements
Draft and review documentation, including customer due diligence (CDD/KYC) frameworks, risk assessments, and regulatory correspondence
Partner with internal compliance, risk, and product teams to address issues arising in connection with new product launches or changes to existing offerings
Monitor and interpret new or evolving BSA/AML and sanctions requirements and provide practical guidance on their impact to the business
Assist with responses to regulatory inquiries or examinations as needed
Ensure advice aligns with the organization’s business objectives while maintaining a robust compliance posture
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Minimum 5–10 years of legal experience, with a focus on BSA/AML and sanctions law and regulation
Prior remediation or regulatory response experience strongly desired
Demonstrated ability to manage complex issues, prioritize effectively, and deliver practical, business-oriented advice
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Preferred
Experience advising fintechs, money transmitters, banks, or other financial institutions preferred
Familiarity with FinCEN, OFAC, and state money transmission regulations
Experience with cross-border financial products, digital assets, or emerging payment technologies
Prior in-house experience within a fintech, payments, or virtual currency company a plus
Company
Tower Legal Solutions
Tower Legal Solutions is a staffing and recruiting company that provides temporary and permanent placement services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Leslie Firtell
Founder & CEO
Theodore Theodoropoulos, CPA MBA
CFO
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