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# Compliance Advisory Lead at Robinhood

- **Company:** Robinhood
- **Location:** Menlo Park, CA / New York, NY / Washington, DC
- **Compensation:** $89k–$135k
- **Posted:** 2026-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-06
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/robinhood/jobs/8259035?t=gh_src=&gh_jid=8259035

## Job description

Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. [An estimated $124 trillion of assets](https://www.cerulli.com/press-releases/cerulli-anticipates-124-trillion-in-wealth-will-transfer-through-2048) will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

## About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

The Robinhood Money team is responsible for building and scaling banking products that help customers safely store, move, and manage their money. The team partners closely with product, engineering, legal, operations, and external bank partners to deliver compliant, reliable, and customer-first financial solutions.

As Money Compliance Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring that Robinhood embeds regulatory compliance for its expanding suite of banking products, as well as future products. You will participate in multiple compliance functions to support the administration of our compliance management system. In this role, you will analyze regulatory changes, review marketing and customer disclosures, and provide clear compliance guidance to product teams. You will also collaborate with bank sponsors and partner teams to manage regulatory requests and examinations. Your efforts will directly safeguard our platform and enhance our customer experience.

This role is based in our Menlo Park, CA; New York City, NY; Washington DC office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

## What you’ll do

- Partner closely with product and engineering teams to support the design, launch, and iteration of new banking products, features, and process changes to ensure adherence to applicable banking and consumer protection regulations.
- Perform compliance risk assessments of relevant regulations, such as UDAAP, Reg E, Reg DD, etc.
- Review marketing materials, customer communications, and disclosures for regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate due diligence requests and ongoing compliance activities with sponsor banks and other third-party partners.
- Own, maintain, and continuously improve banking compliance policies, procedures, and controls to align with internal standards as well as external regulatory and partner expectations
- Lead regulatory, partner, and internal audits related to banking products, including preparation, response coordination, and remediation tracking.

## What You'll Bring

- 7+ years of experience in financial services compliance, with deep experience in banking and fintech environments.
- Hands-on experience working with bank partners and engaging with state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Strong knowledge of applicable banking and consumer protection regulatory frameworks, including Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP), the Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA), the Truth in Savings Act (TISA), and money transmission laws.
- Demonstrated ability to design and scale compliance programs for consumer financial products in a high-growth, technology-driven environment.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity, apply sound judgment, and communicate clearly on complex regulatory and product issues.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet key regulatory deadlines.
- Proven ability to assess and manage compliance risks for novel or undefined financial features, translating evolving regulatory guidance into clear, actionable requirements for product teams.

## What we offer

- Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
- Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
- Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
- Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
- Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
- Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.

In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.

Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.

Base Pay Range:

Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC) $115,000—$135,000 USD

Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL) $101,000—$119,000 USD

Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL) $89,000—$105,000 USD

Click [here](https://careers.robinhood.com/benefits) to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by region and entity.

If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your application.

AI Usage Disclosure: Robinhood uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruiting process. These tools enhance the efficiency and consistency of our hiring process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our hiring teams.

Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the [Privacy Policy](https://careers.robinhood.com/applicantprivacypolicy) for your country of application.

## About Robinhood

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Robinhood is a commission-free investing platform that democratizes retail finance by eliminating trading fees and lowering barriers to entry for stocks, ETFs, options, and cryptocurrency.
- **Entity Type**: Public (ticker: HOOD) – listed on NASDAQ
- **Headquarters**: Menlo Park, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2013
- **Founders**: Vlad Tenev and Baiju Bhatt

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Fintech / Online Brokerage / Financial Services
- **Target customers**: B2C – retail investors, from first-time investors to experienced traders; also serves active traders via Robinhood Legend
- **Mission statement**: “Democratize finance for all.”

## Products & Services
- **Robinhood App (Mobile & Web)**: Commission-free trading of stocks, ETFs, options, and cryptocurrencies (BTC, ETH, XRP, SOL, DOGE, SHIB, etc.). Start with as little as $1.
- **Robinhood Gold**: Premium subscription ($5/month) offering features like larger instant deposits, professional research, and zero management fees on every dollar over $100K for managed portfolios.
- **Robinhood Legend**: A desktop trading platform for active traders with advanced tools and real-time data.
- **Cash Management / Sweep**: Uninvested cash swept to FDIC-insured program banks (up to $2.25M in coverage).
- **Crypto Trading**: Robinhood Crypto allows buying, selling, and transferring multiple cryptocurrencies.
- **Robinhood Credit Card**: (Not detailed in search results but widely known; not required here.)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not directly stated in results; earlier reports show $10.6B valuation (likely historical). As a public company, market cap fluctuates – check latest.
- **Key Metric**: Record annual revenue of **$2.95B** for FY2024; **35M+ funded customers**; **over 23 million funded accounts**.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not explicitly listed in the provided snippets, but Robinhood is a publicly traded company with institutional investors.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Record revenue growth driven by net interest income, Gold subscription growth (exceeding 2.6M subscribers), and transaction-based revenue recovery in options and crypto.
  - Continued expansion into crypto, active trading tools, and gold subscription services.
  - Headcount: ~2,700 employees (as per researchorg.com).

## Competitive Advantages
- **First-mover in commission-free trading**: Disrupted the brokerage industry by eliminating per-trade commissions.
- **Mobile-first, user-friendly interface**: Lowers the barrier for new investors.
- **Integrated ecosystem**: Stocks, options, crypto, cash management, and a premium tier all in one app.
- **Strong brand and community**: Viral customer acquisition and high retention.
- **Scale and network effects**: 35M+ funded customers create a large, engaged user base.
- **Regulatory compliance**: Registered with SEC, FINRA, SIPC (up to $500k securities protection), SOC 2 Type II certified, and FDIC sweep coverage.

## Strategic Focus
- **Deepening the financial services stack**: Expanding beyond trading into cash management, credit, and premium subscriptions.
- **AI and automation**: Embracing AI across the product and operations (the company expects AI fluency from all employees).
- **Active trading and professional tools**: Growing the Legend platform to capture higher-volume traders.
- **International expansion** (not explicit in results but likely a priority).
- **Maintaining a “high performance culture”** while scaling carefully with a lean, elite team.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture highlights**: Robinhood describes itself as a **high-performance environment** with a “special forces” mentality – fast-moving, high-impact, and results-driven. Values include “First Principles Thinking,” “Insane Customer Focus,” “Lean & Disciplined,” and “One Robinhood.” Egos are checked; the best solution wins.
- **Remote/hybrid/office**: The search results do not specify current policy. Historically, Robinhood has been office-first with some flexibility. Check the careers page for the most up-to-date policy.
- **Notable perks and engineering culture**: 
  - Cutting-edge technical challenges (scale, security, real-time trading).
  - AI fluency is a baseline expectation – the company invests in AI tools (e.g., BrightHire for note-taking) and expects candidates to be AI-savvy.
  - 24/7 support and protection guarantee for customers.
  - Interview process includes real-world problem-solving, system design, and case studies – no AI tools allowed during live interviews.
  - Background checks and fingerprinting for certain roles.
- **For job seekers**: Robinhood is not for everyone – the pace is demanding and goals are ambitious. But for those who thrive in high-performance, elite teams, it offers rapid impact and ownership.

## Sources
1. [careers.robinhood.com](https://careers.robinhood.com/)
2. [robinhood.com/us/en/about-us/](https://robinhood.com/us/en/about-us/)
3. [robinhood.com/us/en/](https://robinhood.com/us/en/)
4. [researchorg.com/company/robinhood](https://www.researchorg.com/company/robinhood)
5. [robinhood.com/us/en/careers/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-interviewing-at-robinhood/](https://robinhood.com/us/en/careers/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-interviewing-at-robinhood/)

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