Head of AML

About the role

The Head of AML role is part of the Compliance team at AngelList, located in New York or San Francisco (hybrid). This role is critical to maintaining a robust AML program and ensuring compliance with banking partners.

Responsibilities

• Run the monthly compliance reporting cycle
• Serve as the primary compliance contact across all banking partners
• Lead partner meetings and stay ahead of potential issues
• Maintain a clear tracker of obligations and open items across every relationship
• Work closely with KYC/TM Ops, Product, and Engineering teams to optimize internal processes and systems
• Be a core contributor to the compliance buildout for Nova and other products

Requirements

• 8–10 years of AML/BSA compliance experience at a fintech, broker-dealer, bank, payment processor, or MSB
• Direct experience managing banking partner or sponsor bank relationships
• Hands-on familiarity with transaction monitoring, UARs/SARs, and CDD/EDD
• Strong working knowledge of FinCEN regulations, BSA, and OFAC
• Experience with platforms like Alloy, Unit21, or Persona
• Clear written communication skills
• Organizational rigor to manage multiple concurrent deadlines

Qualifications

• Proven track record in AML/BSA compliance
• Experience in a high-growth environment
• Ability to build strong relationships with banking partners
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Skills

• AML/BSA compliance expertise
• Knowledge of FinCEN regulations, BSA, and OFAC
• Experience with relevant software platforms
• Strong organizational and project management skills

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $235,000+ annually
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Equity compensation

Pay

The base salary for this role is $235,000+ annually, with actual compensation varying based on experience and location.

Schedule

This role is hybrid, requiring at least 2 days of in-office work per week (Tuesdays and either Wednesday or Thursday).