Head of Compliance and Risk

LeafLink is looking for a seasoned compliance leader to serve as our Head of Compliance and BSA Leader. In this role you will own the design implementation and continuous improvement of our enterprise-wide compliance and AML program. This position requires someone who can effectively partner with sales product engineering legal and executive leadership to ensure our platform meets the rigorous due diligence standards and the compliance excellence required for a banking business in the cannabis industry. 

The ideal candidate is an organized self-starter and hands-on leader who has deep experience in leading compliance in complex and highly regulated industries and can contribute as both a strategic partner and subject matter expert. Additionally this person must be comfortable operating in fast-paced environments with experience in fintech and/or wholesale B2B commerce. 

• Serve as designated compliance officer owning enterprise-wide compliance management BSA/AML/OFAC policies procedures and program documentation
• Monitor federal and state regulatory developments assess business impact advise stakeholders on emerging risks and implement controls to mitigate them
• Design build implement and monitor an end-to-end comprehensive and scalable Enterprise Risk and Compliance program

• Perform comprehensive risk assessments and policy analysis to determine BSA/AML and other risk exposures collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop mitigating controls and monitoring strategies.
• Develop end-to-end banking-as-a service compliance programs including customer onboarding ongoing risk assessments financial transactions review and reporting
• Manage bank partner relationships and oversee partner due diligence and cannabis specific program reviews
• Lead necessary organizational audits and oversee third-party compliance risk assessments

• Build mentor and scale a high-performing compliance team
• Develop and deliver compliance training for product operations and client-facing teams
• Drive selection and implementation of specific compliance tools including AML transaction monitoring verifications and case management platforms
• Champion a culture of integrity and proactive risk management in a high growth environment 

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• 8+ years of compliance experience with at least 3 years in compliance and BSA/AML leadership role
• Deep understanding of compliance requirements and AML in high regulated businesses
• Demonstrated experience in banking or financial services in high risk businesses
• Experienced in developing and mentoring a team that supports the design and implementation of the risk and compliance framework.
• Proven track record at a fintech payments company neobank or tech-forward business managing regulatory requirements and bank partner relationships
• Excellence in communication influence and cross-functional leadership.
• Minimum of 4 years managerial or supervisory experience.

• Flexible PTO - you’re going to be working hard so enjoy time off with no cap!
• A robust stock option plan to give our employees a direct stake in LeafLink’s success
• 5 Days of Volunteer Time Off (VTO) - giving back is important to us and we want our employees to prioritize cultivating a better community
• Competitive compensation and 401k match
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical dental vision)
• Commuter Benefits through our Flexible Spending Account

LeafLink’s employee-centric culture has earned us a coveted spot on BuiltInNYC’s Best Places to Work for in 2021 list. Learn more about LeafLink’s history and the path to our First Billion in Wholesale Cannabis Orders here.

What We Do

LeafLink is the unified B2B cannabis platform empowering thousands of licensed cannabis brands and retailers across North America with the tools and technology they need to streamline ordering payments and logistics. Our leadership is continually building a community of employees who embrace change support one another and deliver excellence. The trust and respect we have for our customers is matched only by how we treat each other and we are focused on building an inclusive and collaborative work environment. We celebrate our accomplishments and navigate challenges as a team. LeafLink is growing rapidly and welcomes employees who are driven to go the extra mile thrive in ambiguity and are ready to write the next chapter of their careers together.

Why Work With Us

While many startups build technology to "disrupt" industries LeafLink is in the unique position to create industry-defining solutions for the cannabis industry. In an industry that is a startup itself we are poised to empower our clients with best-in-class technology so we can all grow together.

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