This is a remote position.

Executive Overview

The Head of BSA/AML leads the organisation’s anti-money laundering program in compliance with FinCEN and Bank Secrecy Act requirements.

This role ensures transaction monitoring effectiveness, SAR reporting governance, and risk-based compliance program design.

Core Responsibilities

  • Oversee AML risk assessment framework
  • Lead transaction monitoring systems
  • Ensure SAR filing accuracy and timeliness
  • Manage KYC & customer due diligence programs
  • Coordinate regulatory exam preparation
  • Lead AML team scaling

Requirements

Required Experience

  • 8+ years in AML/BSA leadership
  • Experience in FinTech, payments, digital banking, or regulated financial institution
  • Direct engagement with FinCEN or regulators
  • AML program design & enhancement

Preferred Certifications

  • CAMS
  • CFE

Benefits

Compensation

$180,000 – $260,000 + bonus/equity

Strategic Importance

AML failure is enforcement-triggering. This role directly protects the firm from civil penalties and reputational harm.