# Global Head of Sanctions Compliance at SoFi

- Company: SoFi
- What the company does: Backed by IVP.
- Company website: https://www.sofi.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-01
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://sofi.com/careers/job/8011008003?gh_jid=8011008003&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/sofi-director-sanctions-program-owner-and-advisor/

## About the role

As SoFi continues its expansion into digital assets and cutting-edge financial technology, you will play a critical role in ensuring our sanctions compliance program keeps pace. You will oversee the strategy, establishment, and ongoing direction of our Enterprise Sanctions Program. You will support the business in identifying, mitigating, and managing risks related to global sanctions (OFAC, UN, MX, HK, EU, UK), while ensuring the enterprise meets evolving regulatory expectations. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Minimum 5+ years in a senior policy, enforcement, licensing, or compliance role directly within the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
- 10-15+ years of experience in sanctions, with experience in crypto and global sanctions compliance
- Comprehensive understanding of BaaS products including payment processing, card issuance, credit and lending, and other traditional banking services
- Ability to lead the development and continuous enhancement of core sanctions policies, risk appetites, and governance structures to reflect evolving legal, geopolitical, and regulatory landscapes
- Provide direct advisory support to the Compliance and Risk Leadership team on high-risk transactions, strategic market expansions, mergers, and emerging international sanctions regimes
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and across different business lines

Tags: Compliance

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