Senior Program Manager
We are seeking a dynamic individual to lead the Program Management regulatory compliance program for our rapidly growing payments platform. This individual must have a strong background in First and Second line of defense in Compliance, Relationship Management, and understands Regulatory frameworks to fill the role of Senior Program Manager at Galileo Financial Technologies. This individual will be responsible for ensuring that our products, operations, and partnerships meet all the applicable legal and regulatory requirements. You must be an awesome human with a zest to serve the internal team and clients everyday.
Core Attributes that we desire :
- Integrity and Independence
- Detailed-Oriented but Strategic
- Clear and Efficient Communicator
- Collaborative - Works well with Program Management team, Product, Engineering, etc.
- Analytical and Tech-Savvy - Understands compliance tools and monitoring systems
Responsibilities :
Regulatory Compliance Oversight
Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of policies and procedures aligned with BSA / AML, OFAC, and other applicable regulations.Ensure compliance with federal and state consumer protection laws.Manage relationships with regulatory agencies, partner banks, and payment network partners and / or vendors.Develop reporting strategies needed for the Program Management team for partner banks and internal compliance teamsAML / KYC Program Management
Support customer due diligence (CDD), enhance due diligence (EDD), and transaction monitoring of programs.Support the suspicious activity reporting (SAR) process working closely with card operations teamWork closely with program management leadership and team, product, engineering, fraud, and card operations on CIP / KYC / KYB fraud controls within onboarding and transaction flows.Support the team with collateral reviews for all programsSupport the team on social media reviews and influencer managementSupport the team by reviewing client websites and digital assetsRisk Management & Audits
Work with the first line and business controls team to conduct ongoing risk assessments of business activities, vendors, and third-party partners.Coordinate internal and external compliance audits; address findings and implement corrective action plans.Monitor evolving regulations (FinCEN, CFPB, OCC, state regulations) and update the program management team and align internally to ensure Galileo is compliant with changes.Elevate Program Management within the organization.Lead meetings with business development and technical project teams with clients.Run small projects to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.Influence decision-making using data and innovation to drive continuous improvement in program management.Implement internal processes and best practices for the Program Management team to improve our efficiency as we grow.Document and build processes and procedures to maintain transparency and consistency.This role requires agility, foresight, and the strategic business acumen to manage complex technical initiatives from ideation to executionStrong executive presence and experience advising and interfacing business leadership on technology-related issues, excellent executive-level verbal and written communicationQualifications :
5+ years of compliance or risk management experience in fintech, payments, or financial servicesIn-depth knowledge of BSA / AML, OFAC, KYV / KYB, and consumer protection regulationsExperience with bank partnership complianceExperience reviewing bank and vendor agreements related to compliance requirementsHands on experience with compliance toolsStrong communication and collaboration skills - able to bridge gaps between teamsExperience doing the work - not just pointing to the work that needs to be done!Building and managing banking operations and documenting processes.Familiarity with fintech end-to-end lifecycle for programs is a plus.Previous exposure to regulated processes and highly complex systemsAbility to rapidly pivot with shifting prioritiesB.A. or B.S. degree in a related field (Business, Information Systems Management) is preferred but not required.Equivalent experience in the fintech industry will also be considered.Personal Attributes :
Committed, flexible, and able to maintain high productivity with minimal supervision.Enjoy working with diverse mindsetsEnthusiastic about working in a team environment and passionate about Fintech and the SoFi / Galileo mission.Demonstrated ability and desire to learn new technologies and tools.A great human being with a can do attitude, reflective, and open to whatever the day may bring.If you are ready to lead and innovate in the dynamic world of fintech, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of financial technology at Galileo Financial Technologies.
US-Based Base Compensation
$105,600 - $148,500 USD