Head of Internal Audit and Compliance Testing

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About the position

AngelList is seeking an experienced compliance leader to design, implement, and document a comprehensive internal compliance testing program. This role will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of controls related to regulatory requirements such as Customer Due Diligence (CDD/KYC), Accredited Investor verification, and regulatory filings. You will play a critical role in ensuring AngelList can clearly demonstrate to auditors, regulators, and banking partners that it has a robust, risk-based compliance framework with effective controls and ongoing testing.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement a risk-based internal compliance testing and assurance program across the AngelList platform and products
  • Develop and maintain formal compliance documentation, including: Enterprise and program-level risk assessments, Control design and operating effectiveness documentation, Testing methodologies, schedules, and results
  • Evaluate automated and manual controls related to KYC/CDD, investor accreditation, regulatory filings, and other regulatory obligations
  • Perform or oversee periodic testing to ensure controls effectively mitigate identified risks
  • Identify control gaps, assess root causes, and partner with product, engineering, operations, and compliance teams to drive remediation
  • Prepare materials and support regulatory exams, audits, and reviews by banking partners
  • Continuously enhance the testing program as regulations, products, and business risks evolve

Requirements

  • Significant experience in compliance testing, audit, or assurance within financial services, fintech, banking, or investment platforms
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements such as KYC/CDD, AML, investor accreditation, and regulatory reporting
  • Proven ability to design and document compliance programs that stand up to regulatory and auditor scrutiny
  • Experience working with automated systems and controls, including technology-enabled compliance processes
  • Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to clearly document complex processes and controls
  • Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Benefits

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