Licensing and Compliance Specialist

Role Overview

• Prepare, file, and maintain Money Transmitter License (MTL) applications through the NMLS portal across multiple US states
• Manage state-by-state renewal calendars, surety bond tracking, and net worth reporting
• Compile and submit quarterly Money Services Businesses Call Reports (MSBCR) and other periodic reports
• Coordinate fingerprinting, background checks, and Control Person filings (MU2 forms) for principals and key personnel
• Respond to state regulator requests for information and deficiency notices
• Track changes in state money transmitter laws and flag impacts to filings
• Support applications and ongoing reporting for non-US crypto/VASP regimes (e.g., EU MiCA, UK FCA registration, Singapore MAS, Hong Kong SFC, Dubai VARA, Canadian MSB)
• Maintain a jurisdictional matrix tracking license status, conditions, and renewal dates
• Coordinate with local counsel and corporate service providers on submissions
• Prepare supporting documentation: org charts, policies, fit-and-proper questionnaires, source-of-funds materials
• Assist with BitLicense applications and ongoing NYDFS reporting
• Support trust charter, broker-dealer, and similar specialty financial license applications as needed
• Compile due diligence packages for chartering authorities
• Maintain corporate records across US and international entities: annual reports, franchise tax filings, registered agent management, foreign qualifications
• Track director/officer changes, address changes, and other amendments
• Keep minute books, cap tables, and good standing certificates current
• Coordinate UBO and beneficial ownership filings (including FinCEN BOI reporting where applicable)

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in licensing, compliance, or paralegal work
• Hands-on experience with at least one of: NMLS, state money transmitter filings, BitLicense, or international financial licensing
• Strong project management instincts — comfortable juggling 20+ concurrent filings and deadlines
• Excellent written communication for regulator correspondence
• High attention to detail and discretion with confidential information
• Ability to work US business hours (specify time zone preference)

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible working hours