Paysafe · 7 hours ago
VP Compliance Transformation
Jacksonville, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expPaysafe is a leading payments platform that connects businesses and consumers through innovative payment solutions. They are seeking a VP of Compliance Transformation to lead strategic compliance initiatives and modernize compliance operations across the organization.
Financial ServicesFinTechMobile PaymentsRisk Management
Responsibilities
Lead Strategic Transformation Initiatives Across Compliance
Drive the design and execution of transformation programs across various domains such as:
Merchant lifecycle modernization (KYB, merchant reviews, onboarding and underwriting improvements)
Transaction monitoring & financial crime enhancements
Sanctions screening & monitoring uplift
Compliance governance & framework improvements
Policy, standards, and procedure simplification
Automation and technology enablement across compliance processes
Transform the Merchant Lifecycle (Initial Priority)
Lead the redesign and implementation of merchant-related processes, including:
KYB Refresh Program
Merchant AML Review Framework
Merchant Transaction Monitoring Enhancements
Strategic Program Leadership & Governance
Establish strong governance frameworks to oversee compliance transformation initiatives and ensure effective decision-making, accountability, and timely progress
Develop high-quality materials for senior leadership clearly articulating risks, progress, and required actions
Ensure that transformation initiatives are executed according to plan and transition seamlessly into sustainable, well-embedded operating models
Build and Lead a High-Performing Transformation Team
Build and lead a team dedicated to program execution
Foster a culture of accountability, clarity, and continuous improvement
Develop future compliance leadership capabilities within the organization
Qualification
Required
10+ years in Compliance, AML/Financial Crime, Risk, Regulatory Change, or Transformation within payments, fintech, or financial services
Proven ability to deliver complex, multi-year compliance transformation programs
Expertise in one or more domains: merchant risk, onboarding, AML controls, transaction monitoring, sanctions, governance, or policy frameworks
Strong cross-functional leadership involving Product, Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Risk
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Experience presenting to executives and regulators
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive results in complex environments
Company
Paysafe
Paysafe is a global payments provider offering a range of payments solutions for businesses and consumers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2B2021-03-31Post Ipo Equity· $2B
2017-08-04Post Ipo Equity
2015-12-23IPO
Leadership Team
Bruce Lowthers
Chief Executive Officer
Christopher W. Russell
Former CEO, now Non Executive Director and Senior Advisor to Managment of Skrill USA, Inc.
Recent News
2026-01-20
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