Senior Director, Compliance (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Director, Compliance (Fintech): Leading the global compliance function and serving as the named Canadian AML Compliance Officer (CAMLO) with an accent on FinCrime, payments, and content moderation regulatory frameworks. Focus on building and maturing second-line compliance strategies, managing regulatory relationships, and ensuring operational readiness across complex international jurisdictions.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from San Francisco, CA

Salary: $253,000 - $380,000 (U.S. annual range)

Company

hirify.global is the world’s leading community-driven fundraising platform, dedicated to helping individuals and nonprofits raise funds for causes that matter.

What you will do

• Lead the global compliance function, serving as the primary point of contact for regulators, law enforcement, and external counsel.
• Design and mature the global AML and FinCrime compliance framework, including policies, transaction monitoring, and reporting processes.
• Serve as the named Canadian AML Compliance Officer (CAMLO) and oversee compliance obligations under PCMLTFA, FINTRAC, and other international regimes.
• Develop and implement compliance strategies for content moderation and charitable solicitation laws across multiple jurisdictions.
• Architect a global risk assessment framework and lead cross-functional preparedness for regulatory audits and examinations.
• Influence executive leadership and drive alignment on complex compliance strategies across Trust & Safety, Legal, and Product teams.

Requirements

• 12-15 years of compliance experience in fintech, payments, or highly regulated financial services.
• Deep subject-matter expertise in AML, BSA/ATF, and FinCrime, including hands-on experience with FINTRAC, TRACFIN, and FinCEN expectations.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian AML/ATF requirements (PCMLTFA, PCMLTFR) is required.
• Proven experience serving as a named compliance officer (CAMLO, BSA Officer, or equivalent) with regulatory accountability.
• Demonstrated ability to engage directly with regulators at executive levels and manage complex examinations.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and capable of operating in a hybrid environment based in San Francisco.

Nice to have

• JD, CAMS, or CRCM credentials.
• Experience with content moderation frameworks like the EU Digital Services Act (DSA).
• Background in charitable fundraising law and multi-state solicitation compliance.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including equity and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• Support for hybrid work and flexible time-off policies.
• Generous parental leave and family planning assistance.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with active employee resource groups.
• Opportunities for professional growth through learning and development programs.
• Mission-driven environment focused on social impact and community support.