Elite Compliance Professionals for Banking.
Octagon connects banks with rigorously vetted AML, KYC, compliance, transaction monitoring, and SAR professionals—delivered quickly, discreetly, and with integrity.
Who We Are
We are Octagon are focused exclusively on compliance staffing for financial institutions. From AML analysts to SAR investigators, every placement is rooted in rigorous vetting and deep industry knowledge. We act fast, think strategically, and always prioritize quality.
Compliance-Focused Staffing Built for Banks
We connect you with top-tier AML, KYC, Compliance, Transaction Monitoring, and SAR professionals—ready to boost your regulatory team with precision and speed.
AML Specialists
Anti-Money Laundering experts with deep knowledge of BSA regulations, suspicious activity monitoring, and investigation procedures.
KYC Professionals
Know Your Customer specialists skilled in customer due diligence, enhanced due diligence, and ongoing monitoring requirements.
Regulatory Compliance
Compliance officers experienced in regulatory frameworks, policy development, and examination preparation.
Transaction Monitoring
Transaction monitoring analysts proficient in detection scenarios, alert investigation, and system optimization.
SARS Analysis
Suspicious Activity Report specialists with expertise in narrative writing, quality assurance, and regulatory filing.
Risk Management
Risk professionals specializing in operational risk, credit risk assessment, and compliance risk framework development.
Expert Compliance Staffing Tailored to Banks
We specialize in placing highly vetted AML, KYC, Compliance, Transaction Monitoring, and SAR professionals—fast, discreet, and with integrity.
Niche Expertise
Focused solely on regulatory roles, our team understands the exact skills and qualifications banks require.
Rapid Deployment
Our extensive network allows us to present qualified candidates within days, helping you meet tight regulatory deadlines.
Rigorous Vetting
Each candidate undergoes credential checks, interviews, and background verification to ensure top-tier quality.
Hire Talent
Tell us your staffing needs, and our team will connect you with vetted professionals.
Let’s Grow Your Career
We’re always looking for dedicated professionals. Submit your resume and we’ll be in touch when the right role opens.
FAQs
Discover how Octagon can help you find the right compliance professionals for your needs.
We specialize in staffing roles in the financial compliance and regulatory sectors, including:
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analysts
- Know Your Customer (KYC) Officers- Financial Crime Investigators
- Client Onboarding Specialists
- Regulatory Compliance Officers
- BSA/OFAC/Sanctions Analysts
- Transaction Monitoring Analysts
- Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Writers
- Financial Technology (FinTech) Compliance Consultants
- Risk & Controls Analysts
Octagon Compliance primarily supports:
- Commercial & Investment Banks
- FinTech & Crypto Exchanges
- Wealth & Asset Management Firms
- Credit Unions & Regional Banks
- Payments & Money Services Businesses (MSBs)
- Regulatory Technology (RegTech) companies
Yes. All of our professionals are U.S.-based, native English-speaking candidates with strong communication and cultural alignment skills. We prioritize local and national placement for superior performance, regulatory alignment, and ease of onboarding.
Absolutely. Octagon Compliance has a vast pool of talent equipped for:
- Fully remote roles (with secured home office setups)
- Hybrid positions (onsite/remote rotation)
- Onsite-only placements (for regulated roles)
We rigorously vet remote-readiness, including tech compliance, workspace setup, and
secure data handling practices.
Our remote candidates follow strict compliance protocols, including:
- Encrypted communication and file-sharing tools
- Secure Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- Clean desk policies
- Regular training on data privacy and confidentiality (e.g., GLBA, GDPR, NYDFS 500)
- Adherence to each client’s internal compliance and IT security frameworks
Yes. Octagon Compliance is at the forefront of staffing in emerging financial technologies.
We place professionals with experience in:
- Blockchain analytics (Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs)
- Crypto KYC/AML & Travel Rule compliance
- Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) onboarding
- Crypto risk scoring, wallet tracing, and SAR preparation
- Crypto fraud investigation and regulatory response (e.g., FinCEN, SEC, NYDFS)
Yes. We maintain a specialized bench of FinTech compliance professionals with expertise in:
- Digital payments and remittances (Plaid, Stripe, Payoneer, etc.)
- Neobank operations
- RegTech platforms
- Open banking regulations
- Embedded finance and consumer protection laws (e.g., CFPB standards)
Ready to Build Your Compliance Team or Advance Your Career?
Whether you're a bank seeking elite AML/KYC professionals or a compliance expert looking for your next role, Octagon delivers precision-matched talent and opportunity; fast, discreetly, and with unwavering integrity.