About the company
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!
Job Summary
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