Who We Are
BUILT BY OPERATORS, NOT OUTSIDERS.
We’ve sat on both sides of the regulatory table—leading internal compliance functions; working remediations for consent orders; as partnering directly with agencies like the OCC during audits. We know what it takes to build real-world, regulator-ready teams, because we’ve been there.
Providing the Right Fit for Complex Challenges
Best-in-Class Compliance Solutions
Trident is a specialist recruiting firm focused exclusively on banking and financial compliance.
We help financial institutions build high-performance compliance teams—whether they need to scale fast, respond to a consent order, or strengthen their risk controls. From KYC analysts to fractional CCOs, we deliver pre-vetted professionals who can hit the ground running.
Founded by a team with over 20 years of combined experience in banking compliance, risk, controls, audit, and IT, Trident understands the pressures of regulatory scrutiny—because we’ve lived it. That’s why our talent solutions go beyond resumes—we deliver operators, not passengers.
We specialize in staffing for regulated financial environments, across roles such as:
- KYC/EDD Analysts
- QA Reviewers (Maker & Checker)
- AML Investigators (Along SAR drafting)
- Sanctions & ABC Specialists
- SAR Writers
- Compliance PMs & Consultants
- Risk & Controls Professionals
- Auditors
- Interim & Fractional Leaders (CCO, BSA Officer, Risk Execs)
Leadership
CARLOS TORRES - Founder and Principal
A law school graduate and certified CAMS professional, Carlos brings over 15 years of hands-on experience in AML/BSA compliance, audit response, and operational risk management. Known for bridging legal insight with process execution and risk assessment, He has led major compliance initiatives across institutions of all sizes—specializing in gap analysis, regulatory remediation, and compliance program optimization. Carlos holds a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and is recognized for building scalable, audit-ready solutions under pressure.
Leveraging this operational insight, Carlos has become a trusted partner in compliance recruiting—known for delivering pre-vetted talent who require minimal onboarding and drive immediate impact. With a deep bench of trusted KYC, QA, and AML professionals, Carlos has placed talent across traditional banking, crypto, and fintech environments, always prioritizing speed, quality, and regulatory readiness.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Compliance-Led, Not Resume-Driven
At Trident, we’re not generalist recruiters—we’re compliance professionals first. With direct experience working alongside regulators and leading remediation projects from within, we know what “qualified” actually looks like. Every candidate we place is vetted through that lens.
Built for Urgency
We understand the pressure of consent orders, audits, and regulatory deadlines. That’s why we maintain a best-in-class bench of pre-vetted AML, KYC, QA, and risk professionals—ready to deploy for remote, hybrid, or on-site roles. We don’t scramble—we deliver.
Focused on Outcomes
Our goal isn’t just to fill seats. It’s to help your team reduce risk, increase efficiency, and meet regulatory expectations with confidence. Whether you're scaling a program or responding to an enforcement action, we provide talent that hits the ground running.
OUR VALUES
Precision Over Volume
We don’t flood inboxes—we deliver the right fit. Every candidate is handpicked, vetted, and aligned with both role and risk.
Urgency With Integrity
We move fast when clients need us most, but never at the expense of quality, ethics, or compliance standards.
Built From the Inside
Our roots are in banking compliance—not just recruiting. We’ve sat in your seat and understand the pressure from regulators and stakeholders.
Partnership Over Placement
We’re more than vendors—we’re strategic allies. Our relationships are built on trust, transparency, and long-term success.
People Who Perform
Whether it’s a contractor or a CCO, we place professionals who can step in, contribute immediately, and uphold your standards under pressure.