Flex is building a next-generation compliance function where AI-enabled systems and human expertise work together to scale regulatory oversight without slowing product innovation
As the Head of Product Compliance, you will lead Flex’s product compliance function, partnering closely with Product, Engineering, Legal, Risk, and Banking Partners to enable compliant innovation across Flex’s lending and payments ecosystem
Driving the strategy and execution of product compliance advisory
Scaling the function through AI-enabled workflows, automation, and intelligent compliance tooling
Embedding compliance earlier in the product lifecycle
Establishing durable governance that supports Flex’s GM operating model
This role will oversee a team responsible for product advisory, regulatory interpretation, product risk assessments, marketing review, and partner compliance coordination
A key priority for this role is to modernize the compliance operating model, including implementing AI-driven review systems, automated regulatory monitoring, and agent-based compliance workflows that increase both the speed and quality of compliance engagement
Lead and scale the Product Compliance function, setting strategy, priorities, and operating standards that enable responsible growth across Flex’s lending and payments products
Embed compliance into the product lifecycle, from concept through launch and ongoing governance, ensuring regulatory requirements and consumer protection principles are integrated early in product design and decision-making
Serve as a strategic partner to Product, Engineering, Legal, Risk, and Marketing, guiding complex regulatory interpretation and enabling compliant innovation at the speed of the business
Modernize the compliance operating model by implementing AI-enabled workflows, automated monitoring, and intelligent tooling that increase the velocity, consistency, and scalability of compliance engagement
Deploy and govern AI-assisted review systems and agent-based workflows across areas such as marketing compliance review, regulatory change monitoring, and product risk assessment
Establish scalable compliance frameworks, including risk-tiered review processes, standards libraries, and governance mechanisms, that reduce friction while maintaining regulatory rigor
Oversee compliance advisory for new product launches, product changes, marketing initiatives, and emerging regulatory issues, ensuring decisions are well-documented and defensible
Partner with product and operations teams to investigate compliance issues, drive root-cause remediation, and strengthen preventative controls
Represent Compliance in engagement with bank partners, regulators, and internal leadership, ensuring clarity, credibility, and alignment on regulatory expectations
Drive a culture of accountability, precision, and ownership within the Product Compliance team while developing leaders capable of operating effectively in a high-growth fintech environment
This role offers a rare opportunity to shape how compliance operates within a high-growth fintech company
You will have the chance to define what a modern, technology-enabled compliance function looks like and help build systems that allow compliance to scale alongside innovation
You will gain:
High visibility with senior leadership and bank partners
Ownership of one of the company’s most critical risk and governance functions
The opportunity to build a next-generation compliance operating model powered by AI and automation
A direct role in shaping how responsible fintech lending evolves
Benefits:
Medical, Dental & Vision: Your healthcare will be available from Day 1— giving you immediate peace of mind — with best in class coverage and options.
Parental Leave: Step away with paid time off to focus on family and life’s newest chapter.
NYC HQ:
Collaborate in our lively New York headquarters, with new office space on the way!
401(k) Retirement Savings: Plan ahead with our 401(k) program to grow your future. And starting early 2026, employees will be eligible for a company match!
Flex Giving: Flex Giving empowers employees to support local nonprofits advancing housing stability in the communities we call home.
Employee Assistance Fund: Confidential financial support to teammates facing unexpected hardships or emergencies.
Hybrid Work Policy: Work flexibly from home, with in-person collaboration and events that matter.
Unlimited PTO + Holidays: Take the time you need— whether that’s a vacation, recharge, or simply a long weekend
Free Flex Subscription: As a Flex employee, you’ll have full access to our services without charge.
GrubHub Credit: Enjoy meal credits while in the office, so you’re fueled for the workday ahead.
Familiarity with using technology to improve the speed, quality, and scalability of compliance review processesDeep knowledge of consumer protection regulations, including lending, payments, and fintech regulatory frameworksExperience building or scaling technology-enabled compliance programsAbility to translate regulatory requirements into technology-driven compliance solutions that integrate into product and operational workflowsProven experience leading product compliance or regulatory advisory teams in fast-moving technology organizations 10+ years of experience in compliance advisory, product compliance, or regulatory risk roles within fintech, consumer lending, payments, banking, or financial servicesExperience implementing AI-enabled compliance tooling, automation frameworks, or agent-based workflows within compliance, risk, or product governance functionsDemonstrated ability to partner effectively with product and engineering teams during product developmentAI & Compliance Modernization Experience