CEO / Co-Founder — RegTech (KYC/AML SaaS)

nexgen holdings; Delaware; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

nexgen holdings seeks a CEO/Co-Founder for RegTech (KYC/AML SaaS) to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of a new platform within our FinTech & AI vertical. This full-time hybrid role is based in Delaware, OH, with on-site leadership and flexibility for some work-from-home.

Day-to-day includes defining product and GTM strategies and mentoring a cross-functional team. You will engage with regulators, financial institutions, and partners to ensure market fit, customer acquisition, and

Qualifications

• Leadership and strategic skills for early-stage or growth technology ventures.
• Strong background in RegTech/FinTech with KYC/AML knowledge.
• Product strategy, SaaS modeling, GTM planning, and customer-centric innovation.
• Financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, fundraising and partnerships.
• Hybrid work environment with cross-functional team scaling.

Responsibilities

• Define product and go-to-market strategy for the RegTech platform.
• Build and mentor a cross-functional team across engineering, compliance, and design.
• Engage regulators and financial institutions to shape the platform’s framework.

Skills

Leadership

RegTech/FinTech

SaaS

Go-to-Market

Fundraising

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA/JD advantageous

Job description

Company Description

We are a Gulf-based technology holding group driving the transition toward renewable energy, smart infrastructure, and AI-powered solutions. The group operates across multiple core verticals, including a micro-hydro renewable energy platform and a FinTech & AI platform focused on corporate onboarding and compliance automation. We partner with government entities, industrial organizations, and financial institutions across the Gulf region to deliver scalable, future-ready solutions. Full company details will be shared directly with shortlisted candidates.

Role Description

The CEO / Co-Founder --- RegTech (KYC/AML SaaS) will lead the vision, strategy, and execution of a new regulatory technology platform focused on KYC and AML automation within our FinTech & AI vertical. This full-time hybrid role is based in Delaware, OH, with a mix of on-site leadership responsibilities and flexibility for some work-from-home. Day-to-day activities include defining product and go-to-market strategies, building and mentoring a cross-functional team, and overseeing product development in close collaboration with engineering, compliance, and design. The CEO / Co-Founder will engage with regulators, financial institutions, and strategic partners to shape the platform's compliance framework, ensure market fit, and drive customer acquisition and retention. The role also includes responsibility for fundraising, investor relations, financial planning, and establishing governance structures that support sustainable growth and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Leadership and strategic skills, including executive decision-making, team-building, and experience steering early-stage or growth-stage technology ventures.
• Strong background in RegTech, FinTech, or financial services, with practical knowledge of KYC/AML regulations, compliance frameworks, and risk management.
• Product and business skills, such as product strategy, SaaS business modeling, go-to-market planning, and customer-centric innovation.
• Financial and commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, fundraising, investor relations, and partnership development with banks or financial institutions.
• Operational skills in scaling organizations, establishing processes, setting KPIs, and managing cross-functional teams in a hybrid work environment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders, represent the company publicly, and collaborate across cultures and jurisdictions.
• Experience working with or within Gulf or international markets is highly beneficial, especially in regulated financial environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, Computer Science, or a related field; an advanced degree (MBA, JD, or equivalent) is a plus.