Lightspark is the easiest, most reliable, enterprise-grade gateway to the Lightning Network, enabling money to move just like bits and bytes do on the Internet. Lightspark services aim to be the fastest, lowest cost, easiest and most reliable way to send and receive payments globally using Lightning. We want to deliver open payments for the Internet at scale and we’re laser-focused on solving real problems for our customers with best-in-class innovative software solutions. We aim to help businesses around the world benefit from real time payments and build amazing new experiences for themselves and their customers. Lightspark is headquartered in Los Angeles but serving the world.

Lightspark is seeking an experienced Compliance Lead. As a Compliance Lead, you will lead key efforts to build and maintain compliance and risk management programs.. You will be responsible for leading regulatory licensing and compliance program development. The role will also involve managing and providing input into regulatory and third-party diligence work streams. You must be hands on and strategic, as your work will involve building new program materials and enhancing existing programs for new types of payment technologies. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a rapidly evolving industry and contribute to our company's success.

What you’ll be doing?

• Design, develop and implement compliance and risk management programs
• Oversee regulatory licensing processes across jurisdictions
• Manage and monitor regulatory and industry compliance developments for change management and compliance purposes
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential compliance issues, develop mitigation strategies, and create a culture of compliance awareness throughout the organization
• Manage and respond to diligence requests from regulatory authorities, partners and third parties in a timely and accurate manner
• Develop and update compliance policies, procedures, processes and guidelines
• Provide training and educational resources to employees on compliance related topics to foster a culture of compliance awareness and understanding
• Manage and maintain detailed records of compliance activities, prepare reports for senior management and regulatory authorities and ensure transparency in compliance efforts
• Assist with internal and external audits related to compliance matters working closely with auditors to provide necessary documentation and information
  
  

What you’ll have:

• 7+ years of experience as a Compliance Lead or similar position ideally in a Financial Technology or Crypto related company
• Experience working with relevant regulators
• Experience working collaboratively in a fast moving, cross-functional team environment
• Experience with compliance software and tools, including blockchain analytics tools
• Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset
• Experience leading and influencing other in the adoption of compliance best practices
• Juris Doctor and ACAMS certification are a plus
  
  

Lightspark is on a mission to build an open payment protocol for the Internet at scale and therefore we’re committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace to reflect the customers we serve. We welcome interest from individuals of all backgrounds and levels of experience who share our mission. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Compensation Range: $147K - $175K