Head of AML Advisory
Mercury, a fintech company providing banking services to startups, is seeking a Head of AML Advisory to lead and support its BSA/AML program. This role involves overseeing Know Your Customer (KYC), Transaction Monitoring, emerging risks, and customer supportability. The position reports to Mercury’s BSA Officer and requires collaboration with risk strategy, operations, product managers, engineers, and external financial partners.
Key responsibilities include developing Mercury’s BSA/AML program, aligning policies with implementation, partnering across Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Product teams, serving as a conduit for BSA/AML and KYC priorities, maintaining an inventory of BSA/AML requirements, and supporting the execution of AML/BSA and KYC Risk Assessments.
Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in building and designing BSA/AML governance and policy programs at fintechs or traditional financial institutions. A deep knowledge of BSA/AML and other applicable regulatory frameworks is essential. The role requires a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset, strong team leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to operate in a highly-regulated, rapidly evolving environment.
Mercury offers a competitive total rewards package, including base salary, equity (stock options), and benefits. Base salary ranges are:
- $243,300 - $304,100 for U.S. employees in New York City, Los Angeles, Seattle, or the San Francisco Bay Area.
- $219,000 - $273,700 for U.S. employees outside these areas.
Mercury values diversity and belonging, offering a collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
This role is available in San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, Portland, OR, or remote within the United States.