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Founding Product Manager - ComplyStreamRemote (UK, Europe, South Africa, Lithuania, or India) or Hybrid (London) | Full-Time | Senior-Level | Equity OfferedAbout ComplyStreamAt ComplyStream, we're building the intelligent AI infrastructure that powers next-generation compliance operations in global B2B payments.Financial institutions are overwhelmed by fragmented tools and outdated workflows across fraud detection, KYC, AML, and risk operations. This leads to inefficiency, regulatory exposure, and poor customer experience.We're solving this by building agentic, trustworthy AI systems that make compliance more accurate, faster, safer, and scalable.Backed by the BestVenture Capital: Cornerstone VC & Ascension VCAccelerators: Google for Startups (AI Cohort), NVIDIA Inception, Microsoft for StartupsAwards: Visa Risk Semi-Finalist, Pay360 Runner-UpAngels and Advisors from: ClearBank, Monzo, Santander, Wirex, Thunes, AirwallexThe RoleWe're looking for a Product Manager with deep RegTech and financial crime expertise to own the product strategy and execution for ComplyStream's AI-powered compliance platform.In this role, you'll:Own the product roadmap for ComplyStream's compliance orchestration platform, translating market needs and regulatory requirements into a prioritized product strategyWrite comprehensive, detailed PRDs that enable engineers to build world-class compliance workflows, covering user stories, acceptance criteria, edge cases, regulatory constraints, and technical specificationsDeeply understand financial crime operations including KYC/KYB, AML transaction monitoring, fraud detection, sanctions screening, and Customer Risk AssessmentsBridge the gap between compliance domain expertise and AI/ML capabilities, defining how agentic AI can revolutionize analyst workflowsWork directly with customers to understand pain points, validate solutions, and gather feedback on product iterationsCollaborate with engineering to make smart trade-offs between speed, quality, and technical complexity while maintaining regulatory complianceDefine success metrics for product features and track adoption, efficiency gains, and customer satisfactionThis is both a strategic and execution-focused role where you'll shape:What we build and why, backed by deep domain expertise and customer insightsHow we communicate product requirements to engineering teams through comprehensive, actionable PRDsThe balance between innovation (agentic AI) and compliance requirements (auditability, explainability, regulatory standards)Our go-to-market positioning and product narrative for financial institutionsAs a founding product hire, you'll work directly with the CEO, CTO and engineering leadership, with significant influence over company direction and product-market fit.What We're Looking ForMust-Haves5-7+ years of product management experience in RegTech, compliance technology, or financial crime prevention platformsDeep domain expertise in financial crime operations: Hands-on experience with KYC/AML workflows, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, fraud prevention, or risk assessment processes—ideally from working at a bank, fintech, payment processor, or compliance vendorExceptional PRD writing skills: Proven ability to write detailed, comprehensive product requirements documents that enable engineering teams to build complex compliance workflows with clarity on user needs, regulatory constraints, technical architecture, and acceptance criteriaTechnical fluency: Comfortable working with engineers on API design, data models, system integrations, and understanding AI/ML capabilities and limitationsRegulatory knowledge: Strong understanding of AML/KYC regulations (UK/EU/US), GDPR, PSD2, and financial crime compliance frameworksCustomer-centric approach: Experience conducting user research, customer discovery, and translating qualitative insights into product featuresData-driven decision making: Ability to define metrics, analyze product usage, and make prioritization decisions based on evidenceStartup mentality: Thrives in ambiguous, fast-moving environments where you need to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution coupled with high agencyNice-to-HavesExperience with AI/ML products, particularly in compliance or risk management contextsBackground as a compliance analyst or financial crime investigator before transitioning to product managementExperience building products for enterprise buyers in regulated industries with complex procurement and security requirementsTechnical background (engineering, data science, or similar) that enables deeper collaboration with technical teamsProfessional certifications in financial crime (e.g., ICA, ACAMS, CAMS) or related compliance qualificationsExperience with agentic AI, LLMs, or automation in compliance workflowsUnderstanding of B2B SaaS metrics and go-to-market strategy for selling to financial institutionsKey ResponsibilitiesProduct Strategy & RoadmapDefine and own the product vision and roadmap based on market research, customer feedback, regulatory trends, and competitive analysisPrioritize features and initiatives that balance customer value, business impact, technical feasibility, and regulatory requirementsPRD Development & Requirements DefinitionWrite comprehensive, detailed PRDs that serve as the single source of truth for engineering teamsDefine user workflows, acceptance criteria, edge cases, error handling, and regulatory compliance requirementsSpecify data models, API requirements, integration points, and system dependenciesDocument security, audit, and explainability requirements for AI-powered featuresWork with design to create wireframes, user flows, and interaction specificationsCross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with engineering to scope features, make technical trade-offs, and unblock developmentWork with customer success and sales to understand customer needs and communicate product updatesCollaborate with compliance and legal stakeholders to ensure regulatory adherenceCoordinate with company advisors and other partners for domain expertiseCustomer & Market ResearchConduct customer interviews, user shadowing sessions, and workflow analysis with compliance teamsAnalyze competitive products and identify differentiation opportunitiesStay current on regulatory changes, industry trends, and emerging compliance technologiesValidate product concepts through pilots and beta programs with design partnersMetrics & IterationDefine success metrics for features (adoption, efficiency gains, accuracy improvements)Analyze product usage data to identify opportunities for optimizationGather feedback from customers and iterate rapidly based on learningsReport on product performance to leadership and stakeholdersWhy Join UsHigh ownership in a small, fast-moving team: You'll work directly with the CEO and CTO, with full responsibility for product strategy, roadmap, and execution that shapes company directionMeaningful equity: Significant upside at an early, venture-backed startupShape the future of compliance: Define how AI transforms financial crime operations for the world's leading financial institutionsDeep domain impact: Apply your compliance expertise to build products that make financial systems safer and more efficientHigh-trust, high-agency culture: We hire self-directed people and give them the autonomy, context, and trust to do their best workRemote-first: Work from anywhere in the UK, Europe, South Africa or India. We ask teammates based in London or Ahmedabad to work from our local office at least once a weekWorld-class advisors: Learn from and collaborate with product, commercial, and compliance leaders from the likes of ClearBank, Monzo, Santander, Wirex, Thunes, and Airwallex