Risk Operations Lead for Financial Crimes Programs

As the Risk Operations Lead for Financial Crimes Programs at Stripe, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our platform against financial crimes. You will lead a team dedicated to developing and implementing robust risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and protecting our customers' interests.Your expertise in financial crime prevention will be critical as you analyze data, identify trends, and devise innovative solutions to mitigate risks. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our operational processes and drive continuous improvement within our risk operations.

Join our dynamic team at rain as a Financial Crimes & Risk Data Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the financial integrity of our operations. In this position, you will analyze data to identify potential financial crimes and assess risks, using advanced analytical techniques and tools.

Role Overview Chime is looking for a Lead Analyst, Financial Crimes, based in San Francisco, CA. This position focuses on strengthening the transaction monitoring program and investigating unusual activities within member accounts. The Lead Analyst works closely with internal teams and banking partners to assess risks, deliver clear analysis, and uphold regulatory compliance while protecting members’ interests. The role shapes the quality of investigations and helps refine methods for detecting and addressing financial crimes. Main Responsibilities Review account activity using monitoring tools to spot potentially suspicious or atypical behavior. Partner with vendor teams to achieve quality and productivity goals. Identify new trends and transactional risks that may require additional monitoring. Work alongside banking associates to evaluate risks and manage escalations. Update and maintain process documentation as needed. Recommend next steps for accounts, such as retention or closure, based on investigation outcomes. Analyze data to find trends or anomalies and suggest improvements to processes.

As the Risk Program Lead at Lead Bank, you will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing risk management strategies to safeguard our financial operations. Your expertise in identifying potential risks and developing effective mitigation plans will be vital in ensuring compliance and enhancing our overall risk posture.This position is ideal for professionals who are passionate about risk management and possess strong analytical abilities. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a risk-aware culture and lead initiatives aimed at improving our risk assessment processes.

Join Gusto as a Financial Crime Oversight Analyst, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding our financial integrity. This position requires a keen analytical mindset and an unwavering commitment to combating financial crime. You will work collaboratively with various teams to design, implement, and monitor effective compliance measures.

Join Adyen as a Group Manager for Financial Crime in the Americas, where you will lead efforts to combat financial crime while driving strategic initiatives across the region. Your expertise will shape our approach to risk management and regulatory compliance, ensuring that our operations align with industry best practices.

Lightspark is revolutionizing the financial landscape with its innovative open payment protocol that enables swift, global, and seamless money transfers. Our enterprise solutions—Grid, Node, and Spark—empower businesses to handle transactions instantly and securely, at significantly lower costs. Although headquartered in Los Angeles, California, our reach extends across the globe.We are seeking a dynamic Financial Crimes Program Manager who will spearhead the development of our Financial Crimes function from inception. This pivotal role involves establishing a robust investigative framework, operational infrastructure, and building a dedicated team to support Lightspark’s expansion in a multifaceted payments environment. The compliance challenges are extensive, covering various asset flows including fiat, stablecoins, and Bitcoin, high-volume international corridors, as well as crypto on- and off-ramps, and a rapidly growing network of institutional partners. Reporting directly to the Chief Compliance Officer, you will define the strategic vision for Anti-Money Laundering (AML), sanctions, and fraud investigations while remaining actively engaged during our formative stages, playing a key role in responsibly scaling Lightspark’s compliance operations.This position requires regular travel to Los Angeles for team collaboration and engagement with cross-functional stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the establishment of the Financial Crimes Operations function—designing the operating model, workflows, policies, and procedures for AML and fraud investigations with scalability in mind.Develop and manage the investigations program—creating case management processes, escalation frameworks, and quality standards for investigations related to money laundering, fraud, terrorist financing, elder abuse, and other illicit activities.Enhance transaction monitoring strategies—transition from reactive measures to proactively identifying gaps, proposing new typologies tailored to crypto and cross-border payment flows, and collaborating with product and engineering teams to enhance detection capabilities.Ensure comprehensive regulatory compliance—overseeing the timely and complete filing of Suspicious Activity Reports with FinCEN, while maintaining accountability for the program’s compliance posture across various jurisdictions.Establish a Quality Assurance function to ensure that service level agreements (SLAs) for alert reviews, case investigations, and SAR filings are met, with consistent and defensible decision-making across investigators.Develop a proactive vendor and tooling strategy—evaluating, selecting, and managing third-party fraud and AML vendors, while exploring how emerging AI and machine learning technologies can enhance our operations.

Join Grow Therapy as a Security Risk Program Lead where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our security protocols and risk management strategies. We are seeking a passionate leader who is committed to safeguarding our operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards.You will oversee the development and implementation of security risk programs, identify potential threats, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks effectively. If you are driven by a desire to create a secure environment for our team and clients, we would love to hear from you!

About KalshiKalshi is pioneering a revolutionary category in finance: prediction markets. We empower individuals to engage in trading based on the outcomes of diverse events, transforming inquiries about the future into viable financial assets. After years of advocacy, Kalshi has achieved the historic legalization of prediction markets in the United States and is currently recognized as the fastest-growing financial market in the nation, featuring thousands of markets spanning politics, economics, finance, weather, technology, artificial intelligence, culture, and beyond.At Kalshi, we envision the potential for prediction markets to become the largest financial market globally, as they enable the conversion of any situation into a financial position.Our vision: build the largest financial market on the planet.Our mission: inject more truth into the world through the transformative power of markets.Our culture thrives on exceptional talent, hard work, and enjoying the journey. We are seeking ambitious and outstanding individuals to join our close-knit team in shaping the future of financial markets.Your RoleAs the Operations Risk Lead, you will be crucial in maintaining the stability and integrity of Kalshi's markets by managing post-trade processing and operational risk across our exchange. You will monitor trading activities continuously, safeguard customer positions, and act as the primary point of contact for clients and clearing members facing operational challenges. Your contributions will be vital in protecting participants, minimizing risk, and influencing the systems that drive Kalshi's next-generation markets.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee daily trading and clearing operations across both existing and new markets, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.Serve as the main liaison for clients, brokers, and clearing members addressing trade or system issues, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication.Continuously assess risk exposure, system performance, and operational controls; promptly escalate and collaborate with engineering and risk teams to address and resolve issues.Proactively identify operational risks and assist in the creation and enhancement of automated monitoring and exception-handling systems.Lead or participate in incident response, root-cause analyses, and post-mortem evaluations to ensure actionable outcomes and ongoing operational enhancements.Collaborate across teams to drive continual improvements in risk management processes.

Lead Bank is seeking a Financial Crimes Analyst II for a fully remote role. This position centers on safeguarding the bank’s financial operations from fraud and related threats. Role overview The analyst will work to identify and prevent financial crimes, supporting the bank’s efforts to maintain secure and compliant operations. Daily tasks involve monitoring for suspicious activity and helping ensure the safety of client accounts. Key responsibilities Detect and prevent fraudulent activities affecting the bank’s operations Support compliance with regulatory requirements Contribute to the protection of client accounts Location This is a fully remote opportunity.

Join Our Team as a Compliance Manager, FCCAt Airwallex, we are revolutionizing the payment landscape globally. As the only comprehensive financial platform designed for businesses, we leverage our proprietary technology to empower over 200,000 companies, including industry leaders like Brex, Rippling, and Qantas, with seamless solutions for managing accounts, payments, and treasury services.Founded in Melbourne, our diverse team of over 2,000 innovators across 26 offices worldwide is dedicated to building a cutting-edge global banking experience. Backed by prestigious investors such as T. Rowe Price and Visa, we are on a mission to redefine financial transactions on a global scale. If you’re eager to make a significant impact and grow in your career, we invite you to join us.What We Look ForWe seek dynamic builders who possess a founder-like drive and are motivated by our mission and operating principles. You should have a strong analytical mindset, the ability to make swift yet informed decisions, and a collaborative spirit. Your capacity to transform innovative ideas into tangible products will be key. By utilizing AI, you'll solve complex problems effectively and contribute to our ambitious goals.About the Legal, Risk & Compliance TeamOur Legal, Risk & Compliance (LRC) team is a cohesive unit of legal and risk management professionals committed to ensuring Airwallex operates with integrity. We foster a culture of compliance and ethical practices, proactively managing legal and financial risks across the organization.Your RoleAs the Compliance Manager for Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), you will be pivotal in overseeing our financial crime compliance operations in the U.S. Collaborating closely with the US Deputy BSA Officer, you will ensure adherence to compliance regulations and manage operational tasks effectively.

About UsWho We Are at StripeStripe is a premier financial infrastructure platform empowering businesses globally. From industry-leading corporations to innovative startups, millions rely on Stripe to streamline payment processing, enhance revenue growth, and unveil new business avenues. Our mission? To elevate the digital economy and make economic opportunities accessible to all. Join us in this monumental journey and contribute to impactful work that shapes the future.About Our TeamThe Risk Operations Enablement team is an integral part of our Risk Operations organization, dedicated to collaborating with various Risk teams. Our primary objective is to empower users to navigate ever-evolving compliance standards within a complex regulatory framework. We focus on program management, user insights, and operational efficiency. If you thrive on high-impact projects that have a global reach, enjoy managing programs from inception to completion, and advocate for user interests, this role is perfect for you. Note: Previous experience in Risk or Compliance is not a prerequisite for this position.Your RoleIf you excel at managing a broad and intricate subject area, identifying high-impact initiatives, securing cross-functional collaboration, and executing multiple workstreams simultaneously to achieve your goals, we want to hear from you.Key ResponsibilitiesLead complex global programs from initial conception through design and execution, focusing on high-impact strategic initiatives.Develop structured methodologies for gathering user feedback and insights to enhance our programs and improve user experience.Design and implement projects that drive transformative improvements in our operational processes and business outcomes.Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to define and execute large-scale projects aimed at creating operational efficiencies that enhance top-line metrics.Serve as a subject matter expert for working teams, building relationships with progressively senior stakeholders.Embody our Operating Principles while promoting Stripe’s core values and culture.

Be a Part of the Financial Revolution.At Robinhood, our mission is to democratize finance for everyone. With an estimated $124 trillion in assets to be transferred to younger generations over the next two decades, we are at the forefront of a historic cultural and financial shift. If you're eager to make an impact in this evolving landscape, we want to hear from you.About the Team and RoleWe are assembling a high-caliber team dedicated to tackling the most significant challenges in finance using cutting-edge technologies. We're searching for innovative thinkers and adept problem solvers - individuals who are driven to make a difference. Robinhood is not a place for complacency; it's where ambitious professionals achieve the pinnacle of their careers. With ethics at the core of our operations, our dynamic team thrives on high performance and quick decision-making. Expect high standards along with high rewards.The Financial Crimes Engineering team is responsible for developing and maintaining the systems that ensure Robinhood's compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions regulations. This team creates and manages various detection platforms while enhancing the tooling experience across all Financial Crimes verticals, preventing misuse of the financial ecosystem. Collaborating closely with Financial Crimes Operations and product engineering teams, we design reliable and scalable systems that protect our customers and the broader financial community. Your role as an Engineering Manager in Financial Crimes will involve leading a team of engineers in the development of next-gen detection systems and internal tools that deliver a top-notch investigation experience. You will oversee the end-to-end delivery of our detection platforms, catering to multiple products across various jurisdictions. Drive our detection strategy, case management enablement, and operational workflows to onboard new use cases and facilitate upcoming product launches. This position merges hands-on technical expertise with leadership and offers the chance to influence how AI and large language models enhance investigation workflows and system performance!This position is based in our Menlo Park, CA office, with an expectation of in-person attendance at least four days a week. At Robinhood, we champion the benefits of in-person collaboration to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and build community. Our office environment is purposeful, invigorating, and designed to fully support high-achieving teams.

Welcome to Adyen Adyen is a leading financial technology platform that delivers integrated payments, data, and financial solutions for high-profile clients such as Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft. Our mission is to empower our customers to achieve their ambitions through innovative technology. At Adyen, we foster an environment that encourages personal growth and career ownership, supported by a culture that values collaboration and innovation. Our team of motivated individuals confronts unique technical challenges and develops ethical solutions that enable businesses to thrive. Position Overview: FEC Counsel The dynamic FEC Governance Team, part of our broader AML Compliance Team, seeks a skilled FEC Counsel with extensive experience in Financial Economic Crime (FEC) regulations. This team plays a critical role in monitoring regulatory developments, translating them into actionable guidance, and enhancing FEC policies and procedures. We are particularly interested in candidates with a robust understanding of US FEC regulatory frameworks, including OFAC sanctions and AML/CFT requirements, who can effectively translate these into practical guidance for a global enterprise.

ABOUT THE ROLE Join the innovative Core Partners team at Rootstock Labs Ltd. as a Financial Risk Manager. This pivotal role will be instrumental in developing Vault products that merge on-chain and off-chain financial infrastructures into attractive investment opportunities for institutional clients. As the finance expert within the Core Partners team, you will collaborate closely with the Product Lead to co-design a compelling value proposition from the outset. Your responsibilities will encompass both market competitiveness and risk assessment, ensuring that products are not only viable but also resilient under stress. This role allows you to influence product development from the discovery phase through to execution, shaping the structure and capital allocation strategies. To succeed in this position, you must possess strong financial product judgment, a deep understanding of risk, and the capacity to evaluate opportunities across both traditional finance and decentralized finance (DeFi) landscapes. You will assess potential partners, establish capital allocation logic, and create the frameworks necessary for evaluating and monitoring product quality and risk. As this is a new function, you will have the opportunity to build risk assessment frameworks, develop financial models, and create evaluation criteria that will guide product and capital decisions as the role evolves.

Role Overview Pathward is seeking a Financial Crimes Quality Assurance Manager to help protect the integrity of its financial systems. This fully remote role focuses on overseeing quality assurance processes that help prevent financial crimes and support compliance efforts. What You Will Do Lead quality assurance activities related to financial crime prevention Monitor and evaluate processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards Identify areas for operational improvement and recommend solutions Location This position is fully remote.

Join J.Sheldon LLC as a CARE (Client Acceptance, Risk & Economics) Program Lead focusing on Financial Performance. In this dynamic role, you will be instrumental in driving financial strategies, assessing risks, and enhancing client acceptance processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that financial performance aligns with our organizational goals.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager for our Advanced Financial Crimes Investigations team, focusing on BSA/AML and Sanctions Operations. This remote position offers the opportunity to lead investigations into complex financial crimes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and protecting our organization from potential risks.The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in financial crime investigations, including knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, and sanctions compliance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop investigative strategies, and mentor junior staff, contributing to a robust compliance culture.

Airbnb, Inc. is seeking a Programs and Business Operations Lead based in the United States. This role is part of the Chief Business Officer organization and plays a key part in Airbnb’s efforts to grow and expand internationally. The work extends beyond accommodations, focusing on high-quality stays, unique experiences, and new services that enhance Airbnb’s presence in local markets. Role overview The Programs and Business Operations Lead supports regional business goals by collaborating with leaders and teams across different functions. The position involves partnering with the Director of Regional Business Operations and Growth to drive initiatives that address the evolving needs of both hosts and guests. What you will do Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve regional objectives, working closely with leadership. Lead planning, execution, and assessment of projects that span multiple business areas. Responsibilities include defining challenges, proposing solutions, and managing dependencies among stakeholders. Organize and run operational meetings to ensure projects remain on track. Teams involved include field operations, marketing, product, and legal. Apply data analysis and analytical tools to develop insights that shape business strategy. Reporting structure This position reports directly to the Director of Programs and Business Operations.

Join amaehealth as an Operations Lead for Clinical Programs and play a pivotal role in enhancing our clinical operations. You will be responsible for overseeing the execution and delivery of clinical programs, ensuring adherence to the highest standards of quality and compliance. This position requires a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.As an integral part of our team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage program timelines, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Your expertise will help shape our clinical strategy and deliver innovative healthcare solutions.