About Paxos
Todays financial infrastructure is archaic, expensive, inefficient and risky supporting a system that leaves out more people than it lets in. So were rebuilding it.
Were on a mission to open the worlds financial system to everyone by enabling the instant movement of any asset, any time, in a trustworthy way. For over a decade, weve built blockchain infrastructure that tokenizes, custodies, trades and settles assets for the worlds leading financial institutions, like Mastercard, Visa, Robinhood, and PayPal.
About the team
Our Compliance team is the cornerstone of Paxos regulation-first approach, ensuring we maintain the highest standards of regulatory compliance while enabling innovation. The team combines deep regulatory expertise with a practical understanding of blockchain technology to develop and implement robust compliance programs. We work closely with business units and product teams to create solutions that protect our company and customers while facilitating growth in both traditional and digital asset environments.
About the role
As a Compliance Program Manager, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive AML / CFT due diligence on Paxos enterprise partnerships throughout their lifecycles. Youll work cross-functionally to contribute compliance expertise to risk reviews of new partner relationships while ensuring accurate compliance contributions to onboarding and ongoing reverse due diligence. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape compliance processes in an innovative fintech environment while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance.
What youll do
Lead and execute AML / CFT due diligence processes for enterprise partnerships, from initial assessment through ongoing monitoring
Develop and maintain comprehensive compliance documentation, including risk assessments and program evaluations
Collaborate with Growth, Legal, Product and Operations teams to integrate compliance requirements seamlessly
Prepare and present monthly / quarterly KPI / KRI analysis on partners
Draft detailed compliance memos assessing AML / CFT programs and controls of partners
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for compliance processes and procedures
Coordinate effectively with the Governance, Risk, Oversight team and other stakeholders on enterprise risk management
Contribute to the development and enhancement of compliance policies and controls
About you
4+ years of experience in AML / CFT compliance, with focus on enhanced due diligence
Proven track record of managing complex compliance processes in a fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of financial crime compliance requirements and regulatory frameworks
Experience conducting thorough risk assessments and writing clear, comprehensive reports
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
Demonstrated experience using AI tools to improve how you work
Bachelors degree required; relevant certifications (CAMS, ACAMS) preferred
Nice to have :
Experience in cryptocurrency or blockchain technology
Background in correspondent banking relationships
Third-party risk management experience
Exposure to fintech or digital payments platforms
Experience at a regulatory body (state or federal) or consulting firm
Pay and benefits
Paxos offers a competitive total compensation and benefits package, including equity and bonuses based on both your individual performance and company performance. Eligibility for bonuses is dependent on job level, and actual salary within the range depends on your skills, experience, and qualifications.
Expected range for the base salary component for candidates located within the United States is :
$113,897$133,996 USD
Compliance Program Manager • Dallas, TX, United States