Compliance Lead

JOIN SPHERE AS A COMPLIANCE LEADAt Sphere, we are revolutionizing trade infrastructure by simplifying compliance, one of the most complex and essential components of global commerce. Just as containerization transformed goods transport and SWIFT enhanced financial transactions, our advanced AI system, TRAM, is set to redefine compliance. It seamlessly ingests and interprets intricate global trade regulations across 190+ jurisdictions, providing compliance determinations that surpass human expertise.We manage the entire compliance lifecycle—calculation, registration, filing, and remittance—delivering results with millisecond latency and zero downtime.Invested by a16z and Y Combinator. Our $21M Series A funding and 30%+ month-over-month growth reflect our success, with clients including ElevenLabs, Replit, Deel, Runway, and Lovable.Small, agile team with a global impact. Each team member is a domain owner, contributing significantly to our mission. Our San Francisco office operates five days a week.Growing complexity in compliance. As we expand into areas like input tax, withholding, e-invoicing, and tariffs, the challenge intensifies. We handle millions of transactions today, with billions on the horizon.ROLE OVERVIEWWe are on the lookout for a dedicated Compliance Lead to oversee the comprehensive indirect tax filing and compliance process across various jurisdictions. This pivotal role involves ensuring timely, precise, and scalable return preparation and review, while implementing processes that mitigate risk and enhance efficiency.As the operational backbone of our tax function, you will take charge of compliance, allowing the broader team to scale effectively.WHAT YOU'LL DOWithin your first days:Collaborate directly with our head of tax on:Managing the monthly and periodic tax filing cycle for thousands of returns.Overseeing timelines, deliverables, and team coordination.Ensuring that all filings are completed accurately and punctually.Within months:Designing and implementing scalable compliance processes.Collaborating with engineering to enhance automation.Streamlining manual efforts while boosting reliability.

We are on the lookout for an accomplished Lead Compliance Program Specialist to spearhead and elevate our regulatory compliance efforts. This pivotal role involves ensuring strict adherence to regulatory standards pertaining to payments, financial crime compliance, data privacy, and licensing, with a concentrated emphasis on BSA/AML/CTF compliance and compliance assurance. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in compliance, risk management, and regulatory affairs within the financial services or fintech sectors. As a vital member of our compliance team, you will collaborate cross-departmentally with Product, Finance, Sales, and Operations teams to devise, implement, and oversee compliance processes. Reporting directly to the Senior Compliance Manager, you will have the chance to leverage your existing expertise while broadening your skill set in a dynamic, innovative, and rapidly growing business environment. This position is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned compliance professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is eager to champion compliance excellence.

Join bcforward3 as the R2R Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Lead, where you will play a crucial role in overseeing and enhancing our governance frameworks. Your expertise will help drive compliance initiatives and mitigate risks across the organization, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of integrity and accountability.

Why Join UsAt Brex, we are revolutionizing the way businesses manage their finances through our AI-driven spend platform. Our integrated solutions encompass corporate cards, banking, and global payments, accompanied by intuitive software for travel and expenses. We proudly serve tens of thousands of businesses, ranging from startups to large enterprises, including notable names like DoorDash, Flexport, and Compass. Our mission is to empower companies to confidently control their spending, optimize costs, and enhance efficiency on a global scale.Joining Brex means pushing boundaries, challenging norms, and collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the industry. We are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture, believing that your potential should only be limited by your ambitions. We provide the necessary tools, resources, and support for you to advance your career.Engineering at BrexOur engineering teams focus on creating scalable systems with speed and precision. We have diverse teams across Software, Data, Security, and IT that work with high autonomy and deep collaboration. We tackle complex technical challenges, take ownership of our outcomes, and strive for excellence in every phase, from architecture to deployment, fostering an environment where engineering is viewed as a craft and innovators become leaders.What You’ll DoAs a Senior GRC Engineer in Brex’s Governance, Risk, and Compliance function, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our compliance maturity. You will expertly merge compliance knowledge with technical execution to spearhead essential GRC processes that mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and cultivate trust with our clients and partners. Your efforts will enhance the technical foundation of our Trust program by automating security controls, integrating security tools with GRC platforms, and creating scalable processes that enable efficient compliance as we enter new markets. You will operate at the crossroads of security, engineering, and compliance, translating regulatory demands into actionable technical solutions while building automated processes that eliminate manual work.Your expertise in frameworks such as SOC 2, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and AI governance will be essential in designing controls for emerging compliance needs and enhancing existing programs through automation and continuous monitoring. You will support initiatives in Trust Assurance, Third Party Risk Management, and other Security Risk Management projects. By collaborating with our Engineering, Infrastructure, and Product teams, you will help translate compliance frameworks into actionable technical controls, developing automated systems that facilitate world-class security as Brex continues to grow.

Join Gusto as a Technical Lead in our Financial Crime Compliance team, where you will drive innovative solutions and lead a team of talented professionals to combat financial crime effectively. You will leverage your expertise in compliance, technology, and leadership to develop strategies that protect our users and enhance our compliance capabilities.

Role Overview Harvey is seeking a Lead Compliance Counsel in San Francisco. This role shapes company-wide compliance by developing policies, guiding teams, and ensuring operations meet legal and regulatory standards. The position calls for a leader who can set direction and help build a strong culture of integrity. What You Will Do Lead compliance initiatives across the organization Develop and implement policies to meet legal and regulatory requirements Advise teams to support a culture of compliance and integrity

As a Compliance Manager at West Monroe, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our organization adheres to regulatory standards and internal policies. Your expertise will be vital in identifying compliance risks and implementing effective strategies to mitigate them. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to foster a culture of compliance and ethical practices throughout the organization.

Join our dynamic team at dstaff as a Compliance Officer, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring our operations adhere to industry regulations and standards. Your responsibilities will include conducting regular audits, developing compliance policies, and providing training to staff on compliance-related matters. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about promoting ethical practices and upholding the integrity of our organization.

Your Role at Lila SciencesThe Senior Director of Cloud Security and Compliance will spearhead the comprehensive security, governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance for our cloud environments and research workflows. In this pivotal role, you will architect and oversee cloud security frameworks, data protection strategies, and compliance initiatives across both multi-cloud and on-premises infrastructures. You will collaborate closely with teams in Engineering, Data Science, IT, Legal, and Compliance to establish secure operational patterns, facilitate swift yet secure experimentation, and uphold a resilient governance program that provides verifiable evidence for regulators and clients.Your ContributionsCloud Security Architecture & GovernanceFormulate and uphold a comprehensive cloud security strategy, reference architectures, and security standards for public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid solutions.Implement secure-by-default design patterns for cloud resources, data flows, and analytics, while intentionally setting CI/CD security patterns aside from your primary focus.Establish and manage IAM principles of least privilege, network segmentation, private endpoints, key/secret management, and centralized logging for AWS, Kubernetes, and cloud-native services.Governance, Compliance & Risk ManagementCreate, execute, and continuously enhance policies, standards, and procedures in line with key frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, FedRamp, ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR/CCPA).Oversee the data protection program, including data classification, minimization, retention, and lifecycle management; supervise relevant DLP strategies.Conduct third-party risk assessments, manage vendor security inquiries, and oversee security clauses in contracts, ensuring audit evidence is well-maintained.Security Controls & MonitoringDefine and supervise security controls across cloud resources, focusing on identity and access management, encryption, key management, log collection, and telemetry.Work in tandem with Security Operations to implement monitoring systems, alerting protocols, incident response coordination, and audit evidence collection.Compliance & Audit ReadinessPrepare for internal and external audits by mapping controls to frameworks and translating them into actionable engineering artifacts and evidence.Ensure ongoing compliance with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other regulatory mandates, collaborating with Legal and Privacy on data protection controls.Data and Machine Learning SecurityEnhance security protocols for data and machine learning/AI processes, focusing on privacy protection and secure data handling.

At NerdWallet, we are dedicated to providing clarity in financial decisions, and our mission is fueled by our exceptional team of Nerds. We cultivate an inclusive, flexible, and transparent culture that empowers our team members to grow, take calculated risks, and express their true selves (cape optional). Whether you choose to work remotely or in the office, we support your optimal work style. We prioritize your well-being, professional development, and ability to make a meaningful impact, because when one Nerd excels, we all benefit.As the Regulatory Compliance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the Company’s Compliance Management System (CMS). This position will emphasize the implementation and execution of compliance monitoring, testing programs, risk assessments, and policy governance within a vibrant fintech environment.This position is ideal for a compliance expert who excels at building frameworks, refining processes, and collaborating closely with the business as the CMS matures. Previous experience in consumer lending and insurance is highly desirable.This role reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer.Your Impact:Enhance and support the Company’s recently launched Compliance Management System (CMS), focusing on risk assessments, monitoring, issue management, and governance processes.Execute compliance monitoring and testing across various business lines including marketing, product, operations, and third-party vendors, document findings, and assist with remediation efforts.Contribute to enterprise compliance risk assessments, which encompass risk identification, scoring, and tracking of issue mitigation.Aid in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining compliance policies and procedures, ensuring they are up-to-date, practical, and aligned with regulatory standards.Stay informed on regulatory changes impacting fintech, consumer lending, and insurance products, providing actionable compliance guidance to Legal and Compliance Management.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance controls into business processes and facilitate scalable growth.Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the compliance program.Your Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, risk management, or a related field.A minimum of 5 years of experience in regulatory compliance within financial services or fintech.Proficient in compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and policy governance.

About Our TeamAt OpenAI, we pride ourselves on our Compliance team, which is committed to cultivating a culture of integrity and ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal standards. We work collaboratively with various departments—including Legal, Security, People, Finance, and Operations—to develop compliance programs that align with our mission while effectively managing risks in the fast-paced AI landscape.About the RoleThe Compliance Program Manager will be instrumental in developing and enhancing OpenAI's compliance program. This includes translating regulatory requirements into actionable processes, spearheading program execution, and refining our methods for detecting, assessing, and mitigating compliance risks. You will manage the daily operations of the compliance program, encompassing disclosures, training, investigations, controls, and reporting, while collaborating across teams to ensure continued effectiveness as we grow. This position offers a unique chance to innovate compliance operations using cutting-edge AI technology. The role reports directly to the Chief Compliance Officer.This position is based in San Francisco, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days in the office each week. We also provide relocation assistance for new hires.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and Scale Compliance Operations: Design and implement repeatable workflows (intake, triage, escalation, documentation, follow-up) and continuously enhance them as business needs and risks evolve.Own Program Execution: Create project plans, define key milestones, drive cross-functional initiatives, and ensure timely execution of policies, training, controls, and tooling improvements.Support Disclosures and Investigations: Manage the intake and tracking processes, coordinate stakeholder communication, maintain documentation, and ensure timely resolutions and follow-through on remediation efforts.Drive Compliance Training and Communication: Develop, launch, and assess training and awareness initiatives that are clear, practical, and aligned with our risk framework.Monitor and Assess Compliance Risk: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify compliance gaps, conduct assessments, recommend corrective actions, and track remediation efforts.Support Audit and Regulatory Readiness: Assist with audits, inquiries, and examinations; maintain evidence, reporting materials, and program documentation.

Overview: At Sphinx, we are revolutionizing compliance for banks and fintech companies by utilizing AI agents that seamlessly integrate with existing systems, mimicking the work of human analysts. We seek an individual who is well-versed in both compliance and product management, capable of transforming regulatory workflows into scalable systems that govern the reasoning, decision-making, and learning processes of our AI agents.Our MissionIf you've experienced the challenges of compliance firsthand, you understand the frustration of endless reviews, duplicate alerts, and antiquated systems that transform even the simplest controls into time-consuming tasks. The rules may be logical, but the systems often are not.Sphinx is here to change that. We develop AI analysts that function within browsers and internal systems just like human operators—automating Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), Know Your Business (KYB), and transaction monitoring from start to finish.Rather than replacing human judgment, our agents replicate it—learning from analyst feedback, articulating their reasoning, and continuously improving. The outcome: accelerated onboarding, reduced false positives, and compliance teams that can concentrate on strategic decisions rather than data entry.Banks and fintech companies across the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Latin America leverage Sphinx agents to handle 90% of their manual tasks and reduce operational costs by up to 4x.Why You Should Join UsTransform Compliance: With banks spending $50 billion annually to employ thousands of analysts for compliance operations, you will have the opportunity to design the future of financial crime prevention in the AI era—moving away from checklists and manual reviews to sophisticated reasoning systems that clarify their logic.Engage with Clients: Collaborate with banks, fintechs, and money services businesses (MSBs) to implement automation that meets real-world compliance standards.Innovate on the Cutting Edge: Partner with engineers to create interpretable, auditable, and explainable AI systems that gain the trust of regulators.Unmatched Success: We have never lost a deal to competitors, having won every request for proposal (RFP) we have participated in.Dynamic Team: Our co-founders have previously sold an AI company and developed machine learning systems that scaled to millions of users while securing significant contracts with major banks. Our San Francisco team is composed of PhDs, industry specialists, and competitive programmers.What You'll Be DoingYou will define the cognitive processes of our agents, converting complex regulations into structured, machine-readable logic, and ensuring its functionality across different jurisdictions, languages, and exceptional cases.

Join Thuma as a Product Compliance Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our products meet regulatory and safety standards. In this dynamic position, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance throughout the product lifecycle. Your expertise will be essential in navigating complex compliance landscapes and implementing effective strategies to mitigate risks.

Join our dynamic team at dstaff as a Compliance Professional! In this pivotal role, you will ensure that our operations adhere to all relevant regulations and standards. Your expertise will help us maintain our commitment to compliance and ethical practices.We are looking for a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about upholding compliance within the industry. You will work closely with various departments to implement policies and procedures that align with compliance requirements.

As the Global Head of Commercial Compliance for Platforms at nium, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our operations adhere to regulatory standards while fostering innovation across our platforms. You will lead a dynamic team, develop compliance strategies, and work closely with senior management to align our objectives with compliance requirements.Your expertise will drive our commitment to maintaining the highest compliance standards, enabling us to thrive in a competitive global market.

About DelveDelve is dedicated to transforming the compliance landscape, eliminating tedious manual tasks and creating seamless, automated partnerships. Our innovative solutions are trusted by over 450 rapidly expanding companies, including Lovable, 11x, and WisprFlow, enabling them to save countless hours while ensuring secure growth. With backing from prominent investors such as Insight Partners, General Catalyst, and Y Combinator, our team boasts a rich diversity of talent, including former founders, Olympiad medalists, and engineers from prestigious institutions like OpenAI, Stanford, MIT, and Berkeley.About the RoleIn the role of Senior GRC Specialist, you will serve as the primary advisor to our internal teams and customers. Your extensive knowledge of compliance frameworks will be key in guiding clients through their compliance journeys. You will closely collaborate with Sales, Customer Success, Product, and Engineering teams to translate compliance requirements into impactful solutions. This position is available for candidates located in the San Francisco Bay Area or those who prefer to work fully remotely from anywhere in the U.S.With a recent $32M Series A funding round, we are poised for rapid growth!Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Advisory & Enablement: Conduct consultative calls and workshops to distill complex compliance standards such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and FDA CFR into actionable strategies.Framework Expertise: Act as the Subject Matter Expert on various cybersecurity frameworks, addressing customer inquiries, assessing control implementations, and resolving audit challenges.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Product and Engineering teams to integrate audit readiness and customer insights into our platform’s core structure.Sales & Customer Success Support: Equip Sales and Customer Success teams with essential resources, including talking points and battlecards, to ensure confidence during customer interactions.Policy & Controls: Lead the development, documentation, and ongoing enhancement of our internal compliance framework as well as customer-oriented best practices.Audit Preparedness: Organize readiness assessments and manage evidence collection to guarantee that both Delve and our customers are always audit-ready.QualificationsProven experience in governance, risk management, and compliance, particularly with frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR.Strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with clients and internal teams.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across different functions to achieve common goals.Experience in conducting workshops and training sessions.Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Who We AreAt Stealth Fintech, we are committed to transforming the landscape of ERP-native B2B payments. As a well-backed early-stage startup operating in stealth mode, we are developing innovative solutions designed to redefine how businesses transact. If you are passionate about addressing significant challenges from the ground up, we invite you to join our team. Led by visionary founders, we are focused on building modern infrastructure for B2B payments that empowers enterprises to leverage their ERP systems for swift, transparent, and controlled payment processes, whether it’s paying suppliers, card issuers, or reimbursing employees globally.About the PositionWe are in search of a Payments Compliance Analyst to enhance our compliance program tailored for enterprise clients making payments to vendors and suppliers worldwide. In this role, you will facilitate compliance operations related to onboarding and payment monitoring, collaborating closely with our regulated payment partners. Our platform integrates within ERP and finance systems, allowing enterprises to automate accounts payable and supplier payments across borders. Your primary focus will be on managing supplier risk at scale, ensuring compliance in onboarding and payment execution while supporting complex workflows for large enterprises.Your Key ResponsibilitiesSupport compliance for enterprise vendor and supplier payment flows, involving high-value and recurring payments, which includes:Conducting Know Your Business (KYB) and customer due diligence for enterprise clients.Performing fraud and sanctions screening for both domestic and international vendors, suppliers, and contractors.Conduct transaction monitoring and investigations for global supplier payments.Review risks associated with sanctions, embargoes, and adverse media, specifically concerning:Supplier jurisdictions.Counterparties and beneficial owners.Assist with Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) and Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) filings, regulatory reporting, and internal escalations.Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and ERP integration teams to:Embed compliance controls within accounts payable and supplier workflows.Support the integration of new payment rails, currencies, countries, and supplier types.

Sphere develops AI-driven systems that help businesses navigate and comply with global trade laws. The core platform, TRAM, interprets regulations across more than 190 jurisdictions, enabling clients to stay compliant with speed and accuracy. Backed by a16z and Y Combinator, Sphere operates from its San Francisco headquarters. Role overview The AI Agent Infrastructure Lead guides the technical direction of Sphere’s AI agent infrastructure. This position sits within a small, collaborative team where each person’s contributions directly influence company growth. Sphere’s mission centers on automating compliance for global transactions, from calculation to remittance, to improve efficiency and market access. High reliability is essential, systems are engineered for zero downtime. What you will do Lead technical strategy and architecture for AI agent infrastructure Collaborate closely with a tight-knit team at the San Francisco HQ Ensure systems remain highly reliable and available Why Sphere? Tackle complex infrastructure challenges that affect real-world trade Make a direct impact on a product trusted in over 190 jurisdictions Work alongside a small, dedicated team shaping the company’s future Contribute to the evolution of compliance technology in a rapidly growing company

gongio seeks a Director of Employment, Ethics & Compliance to guide compliance efforts from its San Francisco office. This leader will ensure the company meets legal standards and maintains a workplace rooted in integrity. The position has a direct impact on company culture, supporting ethical practices and accountability throughout the organization. Key Responsibilities Direct compliance initiatives across all areas of the company Monitor and enforce adherence to employment laws and ethical standards Create and manage strategies to strengthen compliance Work with various departments to deliver training programs Foster a culture centered on integrity and responsibility Requirements Significant experience in employment law, compliance, and ethical governance Demonstrated leadership ability Strong collaboration skills across different teams This role is located in San Francisco.

Founded in 2007, Airbnb has transformed the way people travel and experience the world. With over 5 million hosts welcoming more than 2 billion guest arrivals globally, Airbnb connects travelers with authentic local experiences that foster deeper community ties.Join Our Dynamic Team: As part of the Cities team, you will play a crucial role in developing regulatory strategies and processes that enable Airbnb to thrive while adhering to local laws.Your Impact: In the role of Regulatory Operations Lead, you will leverage your expertise in regulatory frameworks to guide cross-functional teams and influence strategic initiatives across regions. Your leadership will help us create innovative, scalable solutions that are aligned with our product focus.Your responsibilities will include overseeing the implementation of strategic programs while crafting localized strategies that boost Airbnb's growth and retention. A strong background in operational program development, alongside the ability to thrive in complex regulatory landscapes, will be essential in this role. Your meticulous attention to detail will inspire those around you to achieve excellence.A Day in the Life: Lead the strategic planning and execution of scalable regulatory programs across various jurisdictions, providing insights and updates to senior management.Oversee the complete execution of complex regulatory initiatives, ensuring compliance with evolving legal standards and upholding Airbnb's commitments.Translate new regulatory developments into actionable business strategies for executive leadership.Collaborate with technical teams to design tools that proactively address regulatory challenges.