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Executive Search Firms NYC Trust for Leadership Hires
Wayoh finds senior compliance, risk, legal, finance and technology leaders for banking, fintech and healthtech teams in New York and beyond.
- Confidential search for CCO, BSA Officer and GC roles
- Built for regulated hiring: AML, KYC, sanctions, privacy
- Real relationships, not resume blasts
500+ professionals placed across regulated industries.
Tell us about the role
Share a few details and a recruiter will get back to you about your search.
Why employers pick Wayoh for senior hires
Discreet outreach
We approach executives quietly and keep your search confidential from first call to offer.
Regulated market knowledge
We speak the language of AML, KYC, sanctions, BSA, HIPAA and privacy hiring.
Human-first, not a database
Our shortlists come from real relationships with senior people, including passive candidates.
Clear communication
Structured updates keep every stakeholder informed through the whole search.
Proven track record
3 years in financial services staffing and 500+ professionals placed.
More than one way to hire
Permanent, interim or project-based leadership support, whichever fits the need.
Senior roles we search for in New York
Wayoh is a specialist recruiter for banking, fintech and healthtech employers. New York is one of our core markets, and we also search across California, Florida, Texas and Chicago.
Executive search with us is bespoke. We agree on the brief, map the market, reach out to high-caliber leaders directly, and keep you informed while protecting confidentiality.
- Chief Compliance Officer, BSA Officer and General Counsel searches
- Enterprise risk, governance and financial crime leadership
- Controller, FP&A, audit and financial reporting leaders
- Fintech leadership across payments, lending, crypto, digital banking and investment platforms
- Healthtech leaders in clinical operations, product, engineering and enterprise partnerships
- Technology leadership in product, full-stack engineering, infrastructure and security
- Sales and go-to-market leaders, including founding sales and partnerships
- Interim executives for audits, transformation work and headcount gaps
Track record in regulated hiring
“Matt is a great leader and always finds the right candidate for top executive positions. I highly recommend Matt and his team.”
“Matt demonstrates an excellent understanding of the Compliance market. I would highly recommend Matt to any senior level professional either looking to change job or to bring in staff to join their team.”
“Matt was one of the best talent hunters I've ever worked with! He brought us quality resumes and was very timely in facilitating interviews and securing employment agreements. His candidates were just what we were looking for!”
What happens after you reach out
Search briefing
We talk through the role, the reporting line, the must-have regulatory experience and what success looks like.
Confidential outreach
We map the market and approach senior candidates directly, then present a shortlist with context on each person.
Interviews to offer
We coordinate interviews, share structured updates and support the process through to signed offer.
Frequently asked questions
Do you only work in New York?
No. We serve employers across the United States, with a focus on New York, California (San Francisco and San Diego), Florida, Texas and Chicago.
What does executive search cost?
Fees depend on the role and the scope of the search. Tell us the position and we will explain the terms. Employers with several openings can ask about our discounted volume hiring rates.
Which executive roles do you fill?
Senior and leadership roles in banking, fintech and healthtech, including BSA Officers, Chief Compliance Officers, General Counsel and other strategic decision-makers across risk, finance, technology and go-to-market.
Can you keep the search confidential?
Yes. Our executive search process uses discreet outreach and structured communication so the search stays confidential while stakeholders stay informed.
What if I need someone right away?
We also place interim and project-based professionals. Consultants are vetted with references and background checks, and we provide weekly engagement support during the assignment.
Do you recruit outside banking, fintech and healthtech?
No. We stay specialist in banking, fintech and healthtech hiring across the United States, which is how we keep our candidate network deep.
Ready to fill your leadership seat?
Send us the role and we will come back with a plan for your search. Prefer email? Reach us at hiring@wayoh.com.
- Confidential search for CCO, BSA Officer and GC roles
- Built for regulated hiring: AML, KYC, sanctions, privacy
- Real relationships, not resume blasts