Job Description:
At Remitly, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to access, move, and manage their money wherever life takes them. Since 2011, we've tirelessly delivered on our promise to customers sending money globally, providing secure, simple, and reliable ways to manage their money, ensuring true peace of mind. Whether it's supporting loved ones back home, growing a business across continents, or pursuing new opportunities abroad, we're not just here to move money— we're here to move our global customers forward.We're looking for builders, reimaginers, and global thinkers who want to work at the intersection of technology, trust, and transformation. If that's you and you're ready to do the most meaningful work of your career—we invite you to join over 2,800 passionate Remitlians worldwide who are united by our vision to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders.
About the Role:
As Regulatory Compliance Manager for our crypto and stablecoin initiatives, you will be responsible for ensuring Remitly's digital asset products are developed and launched in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. This role supports the development of emerging product areas including synthetic wallets, stablecoin off-ramps, and cross-border virtual currency services. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Legal, and Risk to build and maintain a compliance framework that supports Remitly's digital asset strategy—balancing innovation, scalability, and regulatory integrity.
You Will:
- Develop and maintain regulatory compliance programs for digital asset products, including stablecoin wallets, synthetic currency accounts, and tokenized payment flows.
- Interpret and apply licensing, registration, and disclosure obligations under regimes such as the BSA, FinCEN guidance, state-level crypto regulations, and global VASP frameworks.
- Partner with Product and Engineering teams to integrate KYC/AML, sanctions screening, transaction monitoring, and source-of-funds controls into crypto-enabled products.
- Conduct regulatory risk assessments specific to crypto-related use cases, and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Support state licensing readiness, business plan notifications, and change management filings associated with digital asset expansion.
- Stay current on regulatory developments related to stablecoins, digital wallets, and payments infrastructure across key jurisdictions.
- Act as a point of contact during audits or regulatory inquiries related to crypto activities.
- Prepare internal reporting to inform compliance leadership and governance forums of crypto program status, risks, and control effectiveness.
You Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CAMS, CRCM, CBP, or blockchain-specific certs) preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in compliance or legal roles within financial services, including crypto, fintech, payments, or remittances.
- Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks applicable to digital assets (e.g., FinCEN, OFAC, NYDFS BitLicense, EU AMLD/MiCA).
- Experience operationalizing compliance controls in tech-driven or agile product environments.
- Ability to translate regulatory expectations into actionable product and operational requirements.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration, project management, and communication skills.
Our Benefits:
- Paid Vacation Days
- Health insurance
- Commuter benefit
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
- Continuing education and corridor travel benefits
Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation, Together
At Remitly, we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration, where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members, we have an in-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly, typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates a consistent, meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their team's specific needs. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships, fueling creativity, and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.
Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
At Remitly, we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates, in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
