Head of Compliance Advisory - Banking
MercuryFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and have at least 5 years of regulatory compliance experience, preferably in a bank or FinTech environment, with a minimum of 2 years in a people leadership role. Strong knowledge of federal laws and regulations such as FCRA, FDCPA, MLA/SCRA, TCPA, EFTA, Reg E, Reg B, and other lending-related statutes is essential, along with comprehensive understanding of bank and payments financial ecosystems. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a detail-oriented approach, a continuous improvement mindset, effective communication abilities, strong technology skills, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding, and rapidly changing environment while prioritizing competing demands.
The Director of Compliance will actively engage stakeholders, collaborating closely with the Legal team and subject matter experts on compliance projects. They will provide strategic advice to the VP of Compliance on governance and compliance requirements, operations, and advisory services. This role involves advising business and infrastructure functions, coordinating data collection for projects, and leading compliance operations and advisory services while mentoring team members. Responsibilities include supporting the design and implementation of continuous operations for compliant management, issues management, and marketing reviews, fostering a culture of compliance through various initiatives, and enhancing compliance culture through communication and refining the operating model. The Director will also support Internal Testing, BSA/AML, and Program Office functions, prepare management and board reporting, and ensure compliance programs effectively articulate risk reduction and demonstrate operational effectiveness.
Buy now, pay later payment solutions
Sezzle operates in the buy now, pay later (BNPL) market, allowing consumers to purchase products and split the cost into four interest-free payments. This service is designed to help younger consumers manage their finances by providing flexible payment options. For merchants, Sezzle offers a payment solution that can increase sales and reduce cart abandonment rates. The company generates revenue primarily through fees charged to merchants for processing transactions, which are justified by the increased customer acquisition and sales that merchants experience. Sezzle is committed to creating a positive societal impact as a Public Benefits Corporation and a Certified B Corp. With 3.4 million active consumers and nearly 47,000 active merchants, Sezzle has reported significant growth, with $1.8 billion in underlying merchant sales in the past year. The goal of Sezzle is to empower the next generation financially while facilitating transactions between consumers and merchants.