Risk Policy Specialist

At LegitScript, we are passionate about making the internet and payment ecosystems safer and more transparent. We help companies of all sizes keep their services legal and safe for consumers. To do this, LegitScript combines big data with the world’s leading team of experts skilled in highly regulated and complex sectors, including transaction laundering detection, pharmaceuticals, online gambling, and more.The result? Unmatched accuracy and deep risk analysis that identifies which commercial entities play by the rules, and which do not. Our diverse industry partnerships provide unique insights that keep businesses and governments at the forefront of emerging trends. That’s why LegitScript is trusted by the world's largest search engines, internet platforms, payment companies, and regulatory agencies.Overview:The Risk Policy Specialist is an experienced individual contributor who combines deep investigative research expertise and strategic insight to support internal stakeholders, product growth, and high-profile clients. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this role serves as a trusted subject-matter expert across multiple domains, including trust & safety, regulatory and policy trends, and the payments ecosystem.The ideal candidate will lead complex research initiatives, evaluate and synthesize information from diverse sources, and play a central role in advising internal analyst teams and clients on complex regulatory topics.What You'll Do:Research, Intelligence, and Client DeliverablesLead and conduct in-depth investigative research to support client deliverables, intelligence reports, proofs of concept, and ad hoc research requests.Evaluate, analyze, and synthesize information from diverse regulatory, and open sources to provide clear narratives regarding platform risk and emerging abuse patterns.Serve as a senior reviewer for high-priority reports and data deliverables, editing others’ writing in keeping with organizational style to ensure accuracy, clarity, and actionable insights.Partner closely with Data Integrity teams to map new risk networks and conduct ongoing network integrity checks to ensure data accuracy.Legal Analysis & Escalation SupportPerform comprehensive legal and regulatory research across a wide variety of high-risk subject areas and jurisdictions (e.g., healthcare, telemedicine, financial services, gambling, adult content).Decisively answer internal analyst questions, provide final risk decisions for clients, and serve as a central point of contact for complex, high-risk escalations.Knowledge Management and Subject-Matter ExpertiseHelp design, build, and maintain internal knowledge bases and team-specific resource libraries with an emphasis on usability and consistency.Act as a subject-matter expert for payments-related risk, including payment facilitation models, merchant risk, evolving fintech/regulatory expectations, and social media and e-commerce platforms.Track and interpret regulatory, enforcement, and industry developments, integrating insights into team resources, training materials, and workflows.Cross-Functional Collaboration & MentorshipRepresent the Research function in internal and external meetings, advising Sales and Product teams on ecosystem trends, product opportunities, or policy limitations.Mentor and support junior researchers, analysts, and specialists through formal peer review, coaching, and the development of training materials.What You'll Bring:Typically 4+ years of experience in research, legal compliance, risk operations, intelligence, or a related field.Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to adjust complex writing for diverse audiences (from internal analysts to executives and clients).Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the confidence to make definitive decisions under pressure.Proficiency with tools such as Google Workspace, Confluence, Microsoft Excel/Sheets, standard research or monitoring platforms, and common use AI tools. Exhibit a growth mindset by being open to feedback, embracing change, and collaborating effectively in a fast-paced environment.PreferredExperience with SQL for querying large datasets, data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Databricks), or Python.Hands-on experience utilizing advanced Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques to uncover complex threat networks across social media and payments platforms.Prior experience with: traditional financial/fintech regulations, FDA/FTC compliance within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industries, or other regulated industries such as gambling, firearms, and tobacco. We succeed together, care deeply, stay curious, and inspire trust — and we look for those qualities in the people we hire. LegitScript offers competitive compensation, flexible work options, and a team that's genuinely invested in your success. If our mission resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.This job description is not designed to cov