Deputy BSA Officer, Financial Crime Compliance & Risk

Marqeta

Deputy BSA Officer overseeing Financial Crime Compliance at Marqeta. Leading strategies to mitigate financial crime risk within Marqeta’s ecosystem.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $175,800 - $258,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Financial Crime Compliance, with a strong focus on Risk Management, Regulatory Requirements, and Strategic Implementation. Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive risk assessments and compliance frameworks while fostering relationships across diverse stakeholders.

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Financial Crime ComplianceRisk ManagementRegulatory RequirementsCard Issuing Risk ManagementAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentStatistical ModelingData AnalysisRegulatory ComplianceKPI DevelopmentKRI DevelopmentOperational MetricsMethodology RefinementFraud PreventionStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsLeadership

Industry Keywords

AML/BSAProceeds of CrimeTerrorist Financing ActEU AML DirectivesFATFGLBAFinancial ServicesFintechCompliance ProgramOperational Excellence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and influence the creation of a best in class, global Financial Crime Compliance Operation.
Develop and implement a comprehensive financial crime risk assessment for all products, services and constructs for our card programs. Leverage strong quantitative, critical thinking, and communication skills in developing, owning and executing a sound risk management framework.
Create and Implement robust reporting mechanisms to track compliance and program maturity through key performance indicators (KPIs), key risk indicators (KRIs), operational metrics and industry benchmarks.
Assists the BSA Officer and Global MLRO in the administration and execution of the global financial crime compliance program. Conducts periodic risk assessments, refines methodologies and ensures control frameworks are appropriately identifying and mitigating risk.
Responsible for branding and building relationships with bank partners, compliance counterparts externally and internally. Serves as Lead in connecting the Marqetan community to Compliance initiatives and strategy.

Requirements

What you’ll need

13+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in Law, Economics, Business Administration, or Social Sciences or related field; advanced degree preferred with prior experience at a Federal Regulator or top Consulting Firm a strong plus.
10+ years of experience in risk management (Strategy, Product, Policy, Legal or Operations), preferably in the financial services or fintech industry, with a track record of progressive leadership and advancement. Card Issuing risk management experience preferred including Strategy and Governance.
8+ years experience managing people in a highly matrixed global environment.
Expert knowledge of federal laws, rules and regulations including AML/BSA, Proceeds of Crime (ML) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA), EU AML Directives, FATF, EEAS (Sanctions), GLBA, and European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO)(Fraud).
Prior experience translating strategic objectives into actionable plans at scale.
Deep expertise in risk principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements, with a focus on card risk management practices, card issuance and payments.
Excellent problem solver, critical thinker, disciplined attention to detail.
Sound judgment, strategic thinking, and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Skilled in building and maintaining industry relationships to keep abreast of developments in the fraud space. You are familiar with the latest trends in the space, and development in the domain.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical modeling, data analysis, and risk assessment techniques.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
Proven track record of effective cross functional collaboration and leadership and fostering a culture of high performance and operational excellence.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Multiple health insurance options
Flexible time off – take what you need
Retirement savings program with company contribution and after tax contributions
Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program
Family-forming benefits, fertility support, and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave
Free therapy sessions, financial and professional coaching, and legal advice
Monthly stipend to support our remote work model
Annual “development dollars” to support our people growth and development
Through Flex First, the freedom to live and work wherever you and your family thrive