Financial Crime Intelligence Lead (Fintech) Salary

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Market Trends

Rising regulatory enforcement and increasing sophistication of financial crime (sanctions evasion, trade-based laundering, crypto mixing) are driving demand. Leads must combine investigative skills with data analytics and typology development.

Also Known As

Financial Crime Intelligence Lead, FinCrime Intelligence Lead, Lead Financial Intelligence Analyst, Financial Crime Investigations Lead, AML/CFT Intelligence Lead

What Does a Financial Crime Intelligence Lead (Fintech) Do?

The Financial Crime Intelligence Lead (Fintech) operates within fintech companies, financial services firms, and corporate finance functions, building financial products, managing compliance, or driving operational growth. Professionals in this role typically bring 6 to 11 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Senior level, this position draws from a very tight candidate market with an estimated pool of 20-45 qualified professionals, making targeted sourcing and competitive compensation critical for successful placements.

What Drives Financial Crime Intelligence Lead (Fintech) Compensation?

The median (P50) compensation for a Financial Crime Intelligence Lead (Fintech) is $175,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $150,000 to $200,000. Pay variation across this range is primarily driven by company stage and funding (startup vs. growth vs. public), regulatory complexity, geographic market, technical specialization (payments, lending, crypto, regtech), and equity compensation structure. Demand for this role is trending upward with 0.09% year-over-year growth, which is putting upward pressure on compensation at all levels.

Financial Crime Intelligence Lead (Fintech) Career Path

Professionals who move into Financial Crime Intelligence Lead (Fintech) roles most commonly come from traditional banking, management consulting, software engineering, regulatory bodies, or corporate finance at public companies. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward C-suite positions at fintech firms, VP-level roles at larger financial institutions, or founding their own financial technology venture. The average tenure in this role is approximately 3 years, with an annual turnover rate of 24%.

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