Head of Compliance, Americas

The ideal candidate should have at least 10+ years of Compliance regulatory leadership experience in the financial services space (FinTech, Crypto or banking sector).

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business Administration, or a related field, or Juris Doctor Preferred.

Extensive knowledge and experience with compliance regulations including but not limited to AML/CFT, PATRIOT Act, OFAC, and FinCEN advisory guidelines regarding KYC/CDD practice.

Proven background in building crypto compliance programs, processes and controls.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Previous experience working with derivative products and associated regulatory regimes is nice-to-have.

The Head of Compliance, Americas will be responsible to lead the overall compliance program and effort in the Americas region, which encompasses Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (“AML/CFT”), Economic Sanctions and other regulatory compliance matters. The candidate will report to the Global Chief Compliance Officer (“Global CCO”) and work closely with Compliance operational teams.

Oversee the AML/CFT and Sanctions program of FalconX’s entities in the Americas region.

Serve as FalconX’s board appointed BSA Officer for U.S. based entities holding money transmitter licenses and other affiliates as may be necessitated.

Work cross-functionally to obtain and maintain registrations and licenses in the U.S., manage regulatory relationships and examinations.

Evaluate existing and new products and services for Compliance risk and ensure implementation of sufficient controls prior to launch.