Risk and Compliance Specialist

Givelify

About The Position

Givelify is a fintech-for-good company where brilliant minds come to power the most loved and trusted online and mobile giving app platform. Thanks to over 1.5 million generous donors, we’ve helped more than 75,000 nonprofits and places of worship raise over $6 billion. Together, they’re changing their world with kindness and generosity. Inc. 5000, the Stevies® Awards, Gartner, Forbes, and many more have recognized our story, innovations, and achievements. Our award-winning team builds products and experiences that put more good into the world. We love to take on big challenges because we know our work matters. Make an impact at one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. Be part of a talented team of big-hearted individuals, earning competitive pay with excellent benefits. We are looking for a Risk and Compliance Specialist to join our fraud, risk, and compliance team. In this role, you’ll help monitor compliance with payment regulations, support fraud prevention initiatives, and assist in strengthening operational processes to protect our Giving Community. You’ll gain hands-on experience with risk assessment models, compliance frameworks, and fraud detection tools while collaborating with teams across Givelify.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
2–3 years of experience in payment processing, compliance, risk management, or fraud prevention.
Familiarity with payment industry regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, AML, KYC).
Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail.
Curious and proactive in identifying potential risks.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Integrity and a passion for building secure, compliant systems that empower generosity.

Nice To Haves

Certifications (e.g., CAMS, CFE, CIPP) are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Support execution of our risk and compliance strategy by monitoring fraud trends, compliance requirements, and transaction security.
Ensure compliance with payment regulations & standards
Stay current on key regulations (PCI DSS, AML, KYC).
Assist in developing and maintaining compliance policies and procedures.
Help conduct audits and reviews to identify compliance gaps.
Support fraud prevention & risk mitigation
Review payment transactions and investigate suspicious activity.
Use fraud detection tools and monitoring systems to escalate risks.
Collaborate with fraud and risk teams to identify patterns and emerging threats.
Contribute to operational efficiency
Document processes and recommend workflow improvements.
Partner with cross-functional teams to streamline fraud prevention and compliance efforts.
Assist in coordinating with third-party processors and service providers to maintain secure operations.
Monitor regulatory updates and assist in applying them to internal policies.
Analyze transaction data to detect fraud risks and escalate them appropriately.
Work with senior team members to implement preventive controls.
Support compliance reporting, training, and communication across the company.