Risk & Compliance Ops Lead

**Our Journey at Keep**:At Keep, we embarked on a mission started by a powerful question: Why hasn't the banking experience caught up with the rapid pace of technology?This continues to fuel our passion for reshaping the Canadian fintech landscape. We provide businesses with a comprehensive suite of cross-border banking services, offering everything from credit cards to deposit accounts, currency conversions, and revenue financing.With a team of seasoned global startup veterans with successful exits, Keep is committed to leading the charge as Canada's next-generation fintech institution. Backed by VCs in the fintech sector, we're racing ahead, expanding our reach and impact like never before.**About the Role**:Join us at Keep as a Risk & Compliance Ops Lead, a role where your deep expertise in risk management and regulatory compliance becomes the cornerstone of our operational integrity and strategic success. In this crucial position, you're not just overseeing risk mitigation and compliance; you're upholding our standards of excellence and fostering trust. Your strategic insights and comprehensive understanding of risk and compliance dynamics will be instrumental in guiding our growth and maintaining our competitive edge in the rapidly evolving fintech sector.- Developing and implementing risk management policies and procedures to identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.- Monitoring and analyzing risks within the company’s operations and market environment.- Overseeing day-to-day operations related to risk and compliance, ensuring smooth and effective processes.- Implementing and maintaining controls and procedures to ensure operational effectiveness and efficiency.- Communicating with other departments to ensure awareness and understanding of risk and compliance requirements.- Advising on the risk implications of new products, services, or business ventures.- Utilizing technology and data analytics tools to enhance risk detection and compliance monitoring.**Who You Are**:- You have a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or related field. Advanced degrees or certifications like CRM or CCEP preferred.- You have extensive experience in risk management and compliance within the financial services industry.- You have a thorough understanding of financial regulations and standards, including FINTRAC, OSFI, and GDPR.- You have a strong ability to assess risks, analyze compliance effectiveness, and develop strategic solutions.- You have proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.- You have excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective internal and external communication.- You have familiarity with risk management and compliance software, and adeptness in using data analytics tools.**Why You Should be Excited About This Role**:- ** Pioneer Change**: As our inaugural Risk & Compliance Ops Lead, you'll spearhead the development and implementation of our risk and compliance framework, playing a critical role in shaping our organization's resilience and ethical standing.- ** Lead with Impact**: In this fintech landscape, your role is pivotal in driving strategic risk and compliance initiatives, directly influencing our operational excellence and reputation in the financial market.- ** Career Evolution**: Engage in a dynamic startup environment that values agility and innovation, providing you with rapid professional growth and the opportunity to become a recognized leader in risk and compliance.- ** Set Industry Benchmarks**: Your deep expertise and forward-thinking approach will establish new standards in risk management and regulatory compliance, distinguishing our company as a pioneer in the fintech arena.**Why Join Keep?**:- We're obsessed with investing in data-driven solutions and cutting-edge technologies.- Be a part of a team that's rewriting the playbook for the Canadian fintech industry.- Data is the fuel for our growth engine, and you'll be in the driver's seat shaping our data strategies.- Embrace a fully inclusive and remote-friendly company culture that values diversity and work-life balance.- Help us bring modern banking solutions to businesses, reshaping the banking experience for our customers.**Why This Might Not Be a Good Fit**:- If you're a stickler for a highly structured environment with constant hand-holding, you might find our culture of autonomy and trust a bit different.- If you're more of a slow-and-steady-wins-the-race kind of person, our fast-paced, dynamic environment might be a bit of a rollercoaster.- Given the nature of our industry and our rapid growth, ambiguity, and uncertainty are all part of the ride. If you prefer clear-cut structures or roles, you might find our dynamic environment a bit too adventurous.- Collaboration is the heartbeat of Keep, and if you prefer to work in your own little bubble with