The Role
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for a Director of Compliance who is strategic, solutions-driven, and highly collaborative to join our international payments team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and is excited to build a global compliance structure from the ground up, guide cross-border regulatory strategies, and drive a culture of integrity and ethical excellence across the organization. Strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and stakeholder management skills are essential, along with experience in the payments industry and international compliance frameworks. The ability to lead global compliance initiatives, manage multiple stakeholder relationships, and stay ahead of regulatory changes will be key to your success in this role.
If you’re passionate about safeguarding operational integrity and shaping the future of compliance in the payments space and love creating trustworthy, scalable solutions that support international payment operations, we would love to hear from you!
ABOUT US
At Xsolla, we believe that great games begin as ideas, driven by the curiosity, dedication, and grit of creators around the world. Our mission is to empower these visionaries by providing the support and resources they need to bring their games to life. We are committed to leveling the playing field, ensuring that every creator has the opportunity to share their passion with the world.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, and beyond, we partner with industry leaders like Valve, Twitch, and Ubisoft to clear the paths for innovation in gaming. Our global reach spans over 200 geographies, offering more than 700 payment methods in 130+ currencies.
Longevity Opportunity Vision Enjoy the game!
Responsibilities:
- Build a compliance structure for the international payment business from the ground up, establishing policies, procedures, and controls.
- Develop and implement a strategic compliance framework, including training initiatives to promote a culture of ethics, integrity, and compliance.
- Provide strategic leadership to the compliance team, defining performance metrics and best practices.
- Manage international payment business relationships with local companies, ensuring adherence to cross-border regulations and local laws.
- Monitor regulatory developments and implement compliance measures in response to evolving federal, state, and international requirements.
- Conduct regular compliance assessments, audits, and reviews, overseeing corrective action plans and process improvements.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, and external partners on compliance matters.
- Lead internal investigations of compliance breaches, violations, and complaints, reporting findings to senior stakeholders.
- Collaborate with legal, risk, operations, and technology teams to align on risk mitigation and governance.
- Oversee regulatory filings, disclosures, and certifications in line with all federal and state compliance requirements.
- Stay updated on emerging trends, risks, and challenges in global payment compliance.
- Develop local compliance strategies aligned with international best practices and
- Represent the company in compliance forums and contribute to thought leadership in the compliance space.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in law, finance, business, or a related field; additional certifications
- 7+ years of experience in compliance roles within the payments industry, with global exposure.
- Executive leadership experience in compliance with in financial services or regulated industries, particularly in the USA.
- Hands-on experience preparing for application and management of Money Transmitter Licenses (MTL), is a must.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of Money Transmitter License (MTL) applications and manage ongoing license maintenance across U.S. jurisdictions.
- Proven success managing compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, audits, and leading investigations.
- Strong knowledge of compliance areas including AML, KYC, PCI DSS, and FTC guidelines.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated integrity and a strong ethical foundation, with experience handling sensitive and confidential matters.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Xsolla is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Fair Chance Act.
Criminal History Consideration:
For the Growth Marketing Manager, we will conduct a background check that may include the following:
Criminal history check
Employment verification
Education verification
Credit history check
Professional license verification
Relevance to Job Responsibilities:
The background check is relevant to this position because the following role responsibilities include creating assets for branding, and accessing confidential company data.
Rights Under the Fair Chance Act:
Applicants are encouraged to inquire about their rights under the Fair Chance Act. If you have questions regarding our hiring practices, please contact [email protected].
Benefits:
We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, unlimited Flexible Time Off, and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we’re not just building a business; we’re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair or good in many cases, with mentions of high salary or being paid well in certain roles and markets. Market-aligned ranges for several U.S. roles indicate base pay is not out of step with peers.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive for full-time employees and families, with employer-paid medical, dental, and vision noted in some U.S. postings. Positive remarks on medical coverage appear on dedicated benefits pages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited paid time off is repeatedly highlighted, alongside parental leave and remote or hybrid flexibility. These elements contribute to an overall package that many view as solid.
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The Company
What We Do
Xsolla's video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games. Serving only the video game industry, Xsolla caters to businesses from indie to enterprise, with solutions that solve the complexities of distribution, marketing, and monetization so developers, publishers, and platform partners. Our goal is to increase your audience, sales and revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices worldwide, Xsolla operates as a merchant and seller of record for major gaming entities like Valve, Twitch, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and PUBG Corporation.
