Compliance Lawyer
Teams Squared · Remote — United States
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- Location
- Remote — United States
- Workplace
- Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Senior
- Date posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Last checked at the source
- Oct 13, 2026
- Job source
- via Himalayas
Responsibilities
• Provide expert legal and regulatory advice on AML/CTF obligations in line with applicable regulatory requirements
• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures
• Monitor and interpret regulatory developments in financial services, fin-tech, and AML/CTF legislation
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and assist in internal audits and regulatory reporting
• Review and advise on KYC/CDD processes, transaction monitoring systems, and suspicious matter reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, product, and technology to ensure compliance integration
• Supervise and mentor junior compliance staff, ensuring high-quality output and professional development
• Report into senior compliance leadership, providing updates on compliance risks, breaches, and mitigation strategies
• Leverage legal tech and compliance tools to enhance efficiency and monitoring capabilities
Requirements
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice required
• 5–10 years’ experience in compliance, regulatory law, or financial services law
• Strong expertise in AML/CTF compliance frameworks is essential
• Experience in fin-tech and/or banking environments is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to supervise or mentor junior team members
• Strong understanding of compliance systems, reg-tech tools, and technology-driven environments
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating with global teams
Benefits
• Opportunity for 100% remote work.
• Competitive AUD compensation package.
• Access to advanced legal research and practice management tools.
• Continuing education and professional development support
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.
Teams Squared is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity
Skills
- Legal
- Communication
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
Visa and relocation
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Job description
This is a remote position.
We are seeking a Senior Compliance Lawyer with 3-7 years of experience specializing in regulatory compliance within the financial services, banking, or fin-tech sectors. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in AML/CTF frameworks, with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. This role requires a proactive professional capable of supervising junior staff while supporting senior compliance leadership in managing regulatory risk and compliance programs.
Responsibilities
• Provide expert legal and regulatory advice on AML/CTF obligations in line with applicable regulatory requirements
• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures
• Monitor and interpret regulatory developments in financial services, fin-tech, and AML/CTF legislation
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and assist in internal audits and regulatory reporting
• Review and advise on KYC/CDD processes, transaction monitoring systems, and suspicious matter reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, product, and technology to ensure compliance integration
• Supervise and mentor junior compliance staff, ensuring high-quality output and professional development
• Report into senior compliance leadership, providing updates on compliance risks, breaches, and mitigation strategies
• Leverage legal tech and compliance tools to enhance efficiency and monitoring capabilities
Requirements
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice required
• 5–10 years’ experience in compliance, regulatory law, or financial services law
• Strong expertise in AML/CTF compliance frameworks is essential
• Experience in fin-tech and/or banking environments is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to supervise or mentor junior team members
• Strong understanding of compliance systems, reg-tech tools, and technology-driven environments
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating with global teams
Nice to Have
• Experience working with AUSTRAC regulations
• Exposure to Australian regulatory frameworks
• Experience working in high-growth fin-tech or regulated environments
Benefits
• Opportunity for 100% remote work.
• Competitive AUD compensation package.
• Access to advanced legal research and practice management tools.
• Continuing education and professional development support
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.
Teams Squared is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity
Originally posted on Himalayas
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