Job Description
Join Nexus Financial Group's elite compliance team and shape financial integrity in the heart of Silicon Valley. We're seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to safeguard our operations while driving innovative regulatory solutions in a dynamic fintech environment. This role offers unparalleled growth opportunities and competitive compensation in one of America's most vibrant tech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement robust compliance programs aligned with federal regulations (FinCEN, SEC, CFPB)
- Conduct risk assessments for AML/KYC protocols across digital asset transactions
- Lead internal audits and regulatory examinations with zero findings
- Collaborate with legal and product teams to embed compliance into product lifecycles
- Train 50+ employees on emerging regulatory frameworks including state-specific money transmitter laws
- Manage compliance incidents with <24-hour response SLAs
- Represent the company in regulatory dialogues with California DFS
Qualifications
- 7+ years compliance experience in fintech, banking, or cryptocurrency
- Advanced certification (CRCM, CAMS, or CCEP) required
- Expertise in California-specific financial regulations (AB-488, SB-921)
- Proven track record designing AML systems for high-volume transactions
- Experience managing compliance tech stack (Compliance.ai, Chainalysis)
- Strong analytical skills with data visualization experience (Power BI, Tableau)
- Juris Doctor degree preferred