About Figure

Figure is transforming the trillion dollar financial services industry using blockchain technology. 

In six years, Figure has unveiled a series of fintech firsts using the Provenance blockchain for loan origination, equity management, private fund services, banking and payments sectors - bringing speed, efficiency and savings to both consumers and institutions. Today, Figure is one of less than a thousand companies considered a unicorn, globally.

Our mission requires us to have a creative, team-oriented, and supportive environment where everyone can do their absolute best. The team is composed of driven, innovative, collaborative, and curious people who love architecting ground-breaking technologies. We value individuals who bring an entrepreneurial mindset to every task and will embrace our culture of innovation. 

Every day at Figure is a journey in continuous learning yet a daily focus on getting work done that makes a difference. Join a team of proven leaders who have already created billions of dollars in value in the FinTech space!

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The Team

The Figure Markets AML compliance team plays a vital role in ensuring that financial crime risk is appropriately managed across Figure Markets’ US and global operations with the collaboration of our passionate and dynamic subject matter experts.

The team operates in constantly evolving financial services, blockchain and virtual assets industries while ensuring, at all times, that financial crime risk management remains a key driver as we expand and scale our market leading proposition and services globally.

As the Global AML Program Senior Manager, you will be responsible for providing guidance, training, and supervisory support, acting as an escalation point, applying policy and procedure updates and supporting the implementation of new systems and controls across Figure Markets. 

The ideal candidate must be willing to operate in a dynamic and fast paced environment, have experience working in financial services, possess a solid understanding of AML/CTF and Sanctions requirements applicable to various financial products, such as banking, virtual assets and securities, and have the ability to help scale our rapidly growing AML/CTF and Sanctions Program.

What You’ll Do

• Support and drive the global AML governance and strategy program, including overseeing the implementation of new processes, tools and systems
• Own, develop and execute the Figure Markets global investigations strategy including managing, developing, and leading high performing investigations across all Figure Markets jurisdictions globally (including US)
• Oversee the Quality Assurance (“QA”) Program focused on KYC/CDD, EDD, PEP/sanctions screening, AML alerts investigations, SAR/no SAR decision and filings, rejected/blocked sanctions reporting, and other compliance workstreams, as well as providing appropriate oversight of shared and/or outsourced services
• Provide Governance support, including tracking and reporting of internal and external identified issues; creation, update and maintenance of policies, procedures, and other governing documentation; and acting as cross-functional liaison to teams outside AML/Sanctions compliance
• Assist in executing the AML/Sanctions Risk Assessments at the global and subsidiary levels through defining the methodology and framework, gathering data, assessing risks and control effectiveness, and determining residual risk.
• Own, develop and enhance AML/CTF and Sanctions Training to ensure alignment to each Figure Markets subsidiary both in the US and globally
• Work with the Product, Business, Legal, and Compliance teams in identifying financial crime considerations in ideation, design, development, testing, and launching of new products/services
• Act as a compliance subject matter expert advising on AML/CTF and Sanctions matters, including monitoring and staying current with applicable regulatory requirements, industry developments, and best practices
• Support regulatory filings, exams, and inquiries, as well as periodic audits
• Support reporting to internal (board, committee and executive management) and external (banking partners) parties, including responding to requests for information
• The role will also work with Figure Markets’ country MLROs
• Work within a complex and evolving environment, to improve delivery of solutions while affecting cultural change

What We Look For

• 8 years of AML/CTF and Sanctions compliance experience
• Detailed knowledge of global AML/CTF and Sanctions risks and regulations (e.g., BSA, FinCEN CDD Rule, Sanctions, USA PATRIOT Act, 4MLD, etc.)
• Experience developing training programs
• Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal
• Contribute to the development of new compliance programs, strategies, or work processes
• Support the end-to-end completion of assigned action plans
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced startup environment
• Easily able to collaborate with team members of all levels in order to form strong working relationships
• Effectively communicate AML/CTF and Sanctions obligations to various teams and stakeholders in order to help them collectively meet growth initiatives, but also remain regulatorily compliance
• Strong work ethic and high attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• CAMS or equivalent designation 
• Keen interest or knowledge of virtual assets, blockchain, DeFi and/or trading systems.
• Familiarity with money transmission and/or securities laws and regulations as it relates to AML/CTF and Sanctions is a plus
• Professional qualification preferred

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and growth opportunities 
• Company quarterly performance based bonus
• Equity stock options package
• Employer funded comprehensive health, vision, dental insurance and wellness program for employees and their dependents
• Employer funded life and disability insurance coverage
• Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, 401k, and commuter benefits
• Up to 12 weeks paid family leave 
• In office, remote, and hybrid work location options
• Home office and technology stipend for those working outside of a traditional office more than 75% of the time
• Flexible time-off plan to empower employees to take the time off that they want and need
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Routine Team swag deliveries!

For CO, NY, CA and WA residents, the salary range for this position is $123,200 - $154,000/year. Actual compensation may vary based on individual candidate experience and location.

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Figure will not sponsor work visas for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.