Mercury

Senior Compliance Risk Manager - Product Compliance, Payments

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5-7 years of experience in a compliance advisory role, ideally within the financial technology or payments industry, and demonstrate expertise in Nacha compliance, along with knowledge of banking payments rails and card network rules (Mastercard). They should have a proven track record of collaborating with product teams on regulatory compliance matters, including financial crimes, licensing requirements, regulatory reporting, and consumer compliance.

Responsibilities

The Senior Compliance Risk Manager will work closely with cross-functional risk and product teams to bring Mercury products to market in compliance with financial partner and regulatory obligations, ensuring compliance with Nacha rules and regulations, supporting new product launches by scoping and defining requirements, driving remediation efforts for existing products, and contributing to building a strong culture of compliance across Mercury.

Skills

Nacha compliance
Banking payments rails
Mastercard rules
Regulatory compliance
Financial crimes
Licensing requirements
Regulatory reporting
Financial product obligations
Consumer compliance
Conduct risk
Complaints handling
Risk evaluation
Problem solving
Communication

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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