Role overview

Wave supports small businesses by providing financial tools that strengthen communities. As a Compliance Analyst, you will be central to the company’s regulatory and product compliance operations, ensuring that all business activities meet legal requirements and that commitments are tracked and documented.

Key responsibilities

Review features and products being developed by product teams to assess compliance needs and implications.
Research applicable regulations and rules that govern the company’s operations and offerings.
Ensure all regulatory commitments have clear ownership, documented deadlines, and supporting evidence.
Evaluate marketing claims for accuracy and compliance with advertising standards.
Coordinate with Engineering teams to track and support privacy-related fixes and improvements.
Maintain and update due diligence files for business partners.
Progress from broad compliance coverage toward specialized ownership in one regulatory domain such as payments and money movement, payroll and tax, or privacy and data.

Requirements

Ability to work as a generalist across multiple compliance areas initially, with the capacity to develop deeper expertise over time.
Strong research skills to understand and interpret regulatory requirements across different jurisdictions.
Organized approach to tracking commitments, deadlines, and compliance documentation.
Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively across product, engineering, and business teams.
Willingness to learn quickly and share knowledge with colleagues.

What makes this role worth considering

Wave operates with creative energy and flexibility, allowing you to work in a way that suits your needs while staying connected to the team. The role offers exposure to multiple compliance domains early on, providing a strong foundation before you specialize in a regulatory area that aligns with your interests.