General Counsel
HometapFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field, with a JD or advanced degree being a plus. A minimum of 10 years of experience in a compliance leadership role within the fintech, banking, or financial services industry is required. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to develop and lead compliance programs, manage complex problems, drive results through strong business relations and project management, and deliver quality outcomes amidst competing priorities, tight deadlines, and changing directions.
The VP of Compliance will manage comprehensive compliance programs, providing strategic direction to the compliance team and setting priorities with department heads. This role involves monitoring regulatory developments, developing and delivering ethics and compliance training, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align compliance with business objectives. Key responsibilities include assessing regulatory risks related to lending and business operations, identifying control gaps, and developing risk mitigation strategies. The VP will also develop and maintain policies for regulatory compliance in lending operations, socialize these principles with business leaders, and lead compliance oversight for FCRA, FDCPA, MLA/SCRA, TCPA, EFTA, Reg E, Reg B, and credit reporting. Additionally, they will oversee monitoring protocols, ensure timely resolution of compliance issues, report on bank and lending operations compliance to management, and champion a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organization.
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.