FlechaConnect · 2 days ago
Chief Compliance Officer – FinTech / Payments (MSB)
FlechaConnect is a well-established global FinTech and payments platform with nearly two decades of experience in delivering secure and compliant payment solutions. They are seeking a Chief Compliance Officer to own the compliance function end-to-end, focusing on AML, transaction monitoring, KYC/EDD, and global regulatory affairs while partnering closely with executive leadership and other teams.
Responsibilities
Global compliance strategy across MSB, state MTL, PSP, and EMI frameworks
AML/CTF programs, including SAR governance and FinCEN interaction
State MTL oversight, examinations, renewals, and ongoing regulatory maintenance
Transaction monitoring programs and escalation governance
KYC / EDD program design and execution
OFAC sanctions screening and regulatory reporting
Enterprise AML and compliance risk assessments
Policies, procedures, training, and awareness across the organization
Acting as the primary point of contact for regulators, banking partners, auditors, and licensing authorities
Building, leading, and scaling a global compliance team
Qualification
Required
7+ years of progressive leadership in FinTech, payments, or MSB environments
Direct ownership of MSB and state MTL compliance programs
Hands-on experience with SAR filing, FinCEN interaction, transaction monitoring, and KYC/EDD
Strong command of AML/CTF and sanctions compliance
Experience operating in multi-jurisdictional environments (U.S., EU, Canada, LATAM a plus)
Proven ability to build and scale compliance functions and teams
Comfortable operating at FinTech speed, with high ownership and ambiguity
CAMS certification required
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Eligibility for participation in a future liquidity or transaction-related bonus pool
Medical, Dental, Vision & Gap insurance
401(k) with company match up to 4%
Flexible work environment
Company
FlechaConnect
At FlechaConnect, we help law firms and high-growth companies strengthen their teams with legal, leadership, and operations talent who can elevate the business from day one.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase