US Compliance Lead – Global Payments & AML

Thunes; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Thunes is seeking an Americas-based Compliance professional to lead and support the US regulatory program. The role partners with Global Compliance, Financial Crime, KYC, and Risk teams, reporting to the Americas Compliance Director in Miami.

The position is office-based in San Francisco, with interaction across cross-functional teams including Legal, Finance, and Product. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in payments compliance, strong English communication, and a background in AML/TF, risk

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in compliance within the payments industry.
• Master 2 University Degree or equivalent in Law, Criminal Law or Business Law.
• Expertise in AML/TF, Risk & Permanent Control with a business mindset and ability to support innovative payment services.
• Experience in virtual currencies or blockchain is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Review adequacy of CDD, KYC, KYB, source of funds and client information during account opening to mitigate financial crime risks.
• Provide guidance to senior management and board on risk-based AML/CTF approaches.
• Support and manage client reviews for enhanced due diligence, including onsite when required.
• Handle RFP processes and ensure high-quality responses.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and contribute to policy design and compliance program.
• Liaise with regulators and maintain licenses, including reporting requirements.

Skills

AML/CTF compliance

KYC/KYB

Regulatory compliance

English communication

Risk assessment

Education

Master 2 University Degree or equ. in Law/Criminal Law/Business Law

Tools

NMLS familiarity

Job description

Thunes is seeking an Americas-based Compliance professional to lead and support the US regulatory program. The role partners with Global Compliance, Financial Crime, KYC, and Risk teams, reporting to the Americas Compliance Director in Miami.

The position is office-based in San Francisco, with interaction across cross-functional teams including Legal, Finance, and Product. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in payments compliance, strong English communication, and a background in AML/TF, risk