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AffirmCompliance Manager, Card
Affirm is seeking a Compliance Manager to provide dedicated advisory support for its Card program. Operating within a remote-first environment, this position involves overseeing compliance throughout…
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Affirm is seeking a Compliance Manager to provide dedicated advisory support for its Card program. Operating within a remote-first environment, this position involves overseeing compliance throughout the entire lifecycle of card features, including marketing, onboarding, digital wallets, and servicing. The individual will work closely with Engineering, Operations, and Product teams to navigate regulatory challenges and establish durable fixes for compliance issues. This role suits professionals with extensive regulatory experience in…
Job Description
Affirm is seeking a Compliance Manager to provide dedicated advisory support for its Card program. Operating within a remote-first environment, this position involves overseeing compliance throughout the entire lifecycle of card features, including marketing, onboarding, digital wallets, and servicing. The individual will work closely with Engineering, Operations, and Product teams to navigate regulatory challenges and establish durable fixes for compliance issues.
This role suits professionals with extensive regulatory experience in financial services who thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced settings. Affirm provides honest financial products and prides itself on transparent, predictable payment solutions without hidden fees.
The successful candidate will take charge of risk-based evaluations, review marketing materials, manage remediation processes, and help prepare for audits and regulatory examinations. Strong communication and strategic problem-solving abilities are essential for presenting nuanced regulatory concepts to various stakeholders and senior leadership.
Responsibilities
- Manage compliance advisory for the Affirm Card program spanning onboarding, marketing, digital wallets, checkout, disputes, and servicing.
- Review and approve user experience designs, disclosures, and promotional materials for regulatory and consumer protection standards.
- Conduct root-cause analyses for card compliance issues to implement lasting resolutions.
- Collaborate with Risk, Legal, and Compliance Testing to support regulatory examinations and bank audits.
- Update and maintain the compliance risk assessment and control inventory for the card program.
- Create and deliver compliance training and reference materials focused on card regulations.
- Identify risks early in product development and act as the primary compliance expert for new card features.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of compliance advisory experience in financial services with a Bachelor's degree, or 6 years with a Master's degree, or 3 years with a PhD.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of TILA, the CARD Act, and EFTA concerning card offerings.
- Demonstrated ability to operate independently in fast-moving environments and make risk-based decisions with partial information.
- Background in steering issues from root-cause analysis through sustainable remediation.
- Experience advising and building credibility with Product, Operations, and Engineering stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Relevant compliance certifications.
- Practical familiarity with UDAAP and TISA.
- Hands-on experience working directly with Visa, Mastercard, or other card network rules.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Fully subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for employees and dependents.
- Monthly stipends intended for health, wellness, and technology expenses.
- Flexible time off combined with a generous holiday schedule.
- Access to an employee stock purchase plan for discounted company stock.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, Affirm operates as a remote-first company, allowing most roles to be performed from almost anywhere within the country of employment, though new hires are invited to an in-person onboarding experience.
What is the salary for this role?
The specific base pay is not stated universally, though the posting lists a California base pay range per year from $128,000 to $188,000.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have at least 8 years of financial services compliance advisory experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6 years with a Master's degree, or 3 years with a PhD, alongside relevant background in card or payment programs.
What benefits are provided?
Affirm covers 100% of medical, vision, and dental premiums for employees and dependents, offers monthly tech and wellness stipends, provides flexible time off, and features an employee stock purchase plan.
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