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Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Job Overview

Location

New York - Hybrid

Job Type

Full-time

Category

Software Engineering

Date Posted

June 3, 2026

Full Job Description

đź“‹ Description

  • • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory compliance matters across U.S., UK, EU, Canada, and Australia jurisdictions, ensuring all operations adhere to local and international financial regulations.
  • • Design, implement, and maintain compliance frameworks for MoonPay’s end-to-end fiat-to-crypto payment platform, including AML, KYC, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring systems.
  • • Collaborate with legal, product, and engineering teams to embed compliance requirements into product development lifecycles, ensuring new features meet regulatory standards before launch.
  • • Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes in key markets and proactively update internal policies, procedures, and controls to maintain continuous compliance.
  • • Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify gaps in compliance processes and recommend corrective actions with clear timelines and ownership.
  • • Prepare and submit regulatory filings, reports, and documentation to financial authorities in supported jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • • Train cross-functional teams on compliance obligations, including customer support, sales, and onboarding teams, to foster a culture of regulatory awareness.
  • • Work closely with third-party vendors and service providers to ensure their systems and processes align with MoonPay’s compliance standards and contractual obligations.
  • • Respond to regulatory inquiries, subpoenas, and investigations with precision, coordinating internal resources to deliver complete and compliant responses.
  • • Maintain detailed documentation of all compliance activities, decisions, and audits to support external audits and regulatory examinations.
  • • Partner with the fraud prevention and security teams to align compliance controls with anti-fraud measures, reducing exposure to financial crime and reputational risk.
  • • Stay current on global regulatory developments in digital assets, including MiCA, FATF guidelines, FinCEN rules, and FCA requirements, and translate them into actionable internal policies.
  • • Advocate for compliance-by-design principles across all product and operational initiatives, ensuring regulatory considerations are integrated from concept to deployment.
  • • Represent MoonPay in industry working groups and regulatory consultations to contribute to shaping future standards for crypto payments.
  • • Ensure all customer identity verification and transaction monitoring systems are calibrated to meet risk-based thresholds and regulatory thresholds without compromising user experience.
  • • Escalate potential compliance breaches or systemic risks to senior leadership with clear analysis, impact assessment, and recommended mitigation strategies.

🎯 Requirements

  • • Proven experience in regulatory compliance within fintech, payments, or cryptocurrency industries
  • • In-depth knowledge of AML/KYC, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring regulations in the U.S., UK, EU, Canada, and Australia
  • • Familiarity with crypto-specific regulatory frameworks such as MiCA, FATF Travel Rule, and FinCEN guidelines
  • • Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into operational controls
  • • Experience working with regulatory authorities and preparing formal compliance submissions
  • • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple compliance priorities

🏖️ Benefits

  • • Hybrid work model based in New York with flexibility for remote collaboration
  • • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
  • • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • • Generous paid time off and company-wide holidays
  • • Professional development stipend for certifications and training
  • • Equity participation in MoonPay

Skills & Technologies

Hybrid

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About MoonPay Inc.

MoonPay Inc. is a financial technology company offering a fiat-to-crypto on-ramp and off-ramp platform that enables consumers, brands, and developers to buy and sell cryptocurrency using traditional payment methods. The company provides compliance, fraud prevention, and payment infrastructure to bridge Web2 and Web3. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Miami, Florida, MoonPay serves customers globally through APIs and consumer-facing products.

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