Regulatory and Licensing Program Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Access to AI tools

Job summary

Ladders seeks a Regulatory and Licensing Program Manager to lead complex regulatory initiatives for financial services and fintech. This fully remote US-based role drives strategy, cross-functional coordination, and scalable practices across the organization.

You will manage licensing projects end-to-end, mentor teams, and partner with senior leadership to optimize regulatory execution. This position offers visibility with executive stakeholders and impact on market readiness.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of program management experience with 4+ years in regulatory/licensing roles in financial services/fintech.
• Direct experience with at least one licensing application or regulatory examination from start to finish.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-month programs with multiple dependencies.
• Strong ability to hold senior colleagues accountable and escalate risks proactively.
• Practical experience using AI for research, analysis, and reporting, including workflow automations.
• Excellent written communication, able to distill complex information into concise executive summaries.
• Willingness to accommodate global regulatory demands, including occasional off-hours work.

Responsibilities

• Support licensing applications from initial strategy to final approval, managing multiple programs simultaneously.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, including sequencing, dependencies, and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate regulatory requirements into actionable plans.
• Facilitate working sessions and executive briefings to drive program progress and decision-making.
• Monitor and manage risks across all programs, ensuring timely escalation and involvement of key stakeholders.
• Define and manage reporting metrics to provide senior leadership with an accurate overview of market statuses.
• Establish scalable service standards for regulatory and licensing program management.

Skills

Program management

Regulatory compliance

Licensing applications

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

AI for research

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Regulatory and Licensing Program Manager to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space.

This role will lead complex regulatory and licensing initiatives that support business growth in financial services and fintech environments. You will coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, drive programs from strategy through approval, and ensure risks, dependencies, and timelines are managed with precision. The position also requires strong executive communication and the ability to build scalable program practices that improve regulatory execution across the organization.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $140,000 – $170,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Support licensing applications from initial strategy to final approval, managing multiple programs simultaneously
• Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, including sequencing, dependencies, and timelines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate regulatory requirements into actionable plans
• Facilitate working sessions and executive briefings to drive program progress and decision-making
• Monitor and manage risks across all programs, ensuring timely escalation and involvement of key stakeholders
• Define and manage reporting metrics to provide senior leadership with an accurate overview of market statuses
• Establish scalable service standards for regulatory and licensing program management

Qualifications

• 7+ years of program or project management experience, with 4+ years in regulatory, licensing, legal, or compliance roles in financial services or fintech
• Direct experience with at least one licensing application or regulatory examination from start to finish
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-month programs with numerous dependencies
• Strong skills in holding senior colleagues accountable and escalating risks proactively
• Practical experience using AI for research, analysis, and reporting, with a focus on building workflows and automations
• Excellent written communication skills, capable of distilling complex information into concise executive summaries
• Flexibility to accommodate global regulatory demands, including occasional off-hours work

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility
• Opportunity to influence regulatory strategy and program management processes
• Access to cutting-edge AI tools and technologies
• Engagement with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Involvement in shaping the future of financial services and regulatory compliance

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.