Compliance Specialist, Licensing & Regulatory Affairs

At Félix, we're building the financial ecosystem for Latin immigrants in the U.S., starting with a revolution in remittances. Our core product is an AI-powered chatbot built on WhatsApp, allowing our users to send money home as easily as sending a text message. We leverage cutting-edge technology like AI, blockchain, and stablecoins to make cross-border payments faster, more affordable, and more accessible than ever before. We are a hyper-growth Series B company, backed by over $100 million in funding from top-tier global investors, including QED, Castle Island, Switch Ventures, HTwenty, Monashees, and General Catalyst Customer Value Fund. This isn't just about the numbers; it's a testament to the trust our investors have in our vision and our team. Additionally, Félix was selected as an “Endeavour Entrepreneur” and was a recipient of the CrossTech Fintech Startups Award. We are a group of extremely talented and dedicated high-performers, united by our shared obsession with a single goal: empowering our customers. We are all owners of Félix, driven by a bias for action and a true experimentation spirit to get shit done with urgency and focus. Joining Félix means you will be part of a team building a legacy, a company that will outlive us all. This is a rare opportunity to apply your skills to a deeply meaningful mission—serving a community that has been underserved for too long. We are a team that is fiercely loyal to each other, where radical transparency and constructive feedback are how we grow and push for excellence. We are bold, we care less about what others are doing, and more about creating sustainable value and a product that truly makes our users' lives better. We are building the future, today. About the Role Felix is seeking a Compliance Specialist, Licensing & Regulatory Affairs to support the company’s rapidly growing licensing and regulatory compliance program. This role will assist with money transmitter license applications, renewals, regulatory reporting, examination support, and regulatory recordkeeping across multiple U.S. jurisdictions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing large volumes of regulatory documentation and filing requirements. This individual will work closely with the Licensing & Regulatory Affairs Manager and collaborate across Legal, Compliance, Finance, and Operations to help ensure Felix remains compliant with its licensing obligations while continuing to expand. Responsibilities Assist with the preparation and submission of money transmitter license applications, amendments, renewals, and surrender filings. Maintain NMLS records and state licensing portal accounts. Coordinate the collection, review, and organization of supporting documentation required for licensing and regulatory filings. Prepare and submit periodic regulatory reports and other recurring state filings. Track filing deadlines, renewal dates, reporting obligations, and regulatory commitments. Maintain licensing inventories, regulatory calendars, and filing repositories. Support responses to regulator requests, deficiency letters, and examination inquiries. Assist with ownership disclosures, control person filings, and other licensing-related corporate governance requirements. Prepare regulatory correspondence, filing packages, and supporting documentation. Support licensing-related examinations and remediation activities. Assist with monitoring regulatory developments and maintaining internal licensing requirement matrices. These are the applicable requisites, although equivalent competencies in any of the above will also be considered. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Law, Public Policy, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in compliance, licensing, regulatory affairs, legal operations, financial services, or a related field. Experience with regulatory filings, licensing administration, or compliance documentation. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience with NMLS. Experience in fintech, payments, banking, remittances, digital assets, or consumer lending. Familiarity with U.S. Money Transmitter Licensing requirements. Experience supporting regulatory examinations or audits. Knowledge of Latin American financial services regulatory frameworks. Bilingual English and Spanish. Experience working with regulatory agencies, licensing authorities, or external counsel. What We Offer Initial stock options grant Annual performance bonus 401(k) plan Health, dental, and vision plans Hybrid work environment (offices in Miami, New York and San Francisco) Continuous learning opportunities Unlimited PTOPaid parental leave Empowering opportunities for growth in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment Equal Opportunity Employer At Félix, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, and termination. Want to learn more about our privacy practices? Check out our Privacy Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr Félix