Job Title: Head of Compliance (UK Remote) Location: Remote within the UK (No visa sponsorship available) Industry: Payments & FX As the nominated officer, the MLRO ensures that information leading to knowledge or suspicion of money laundering is disclosed appropriately to the relevant authorities meeting the requirement of The Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA).
About the Company: We are a fast-growing payments and FX company poised for significant expansion in the coming years.
As we scale, we are looking for an experienced Head of Compliance to drive regulatory excellence and oversee all compliance operations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company in a pivotal role, helping shape our future growth and ensuring our business meets all regulatory requirements as we expand into new markets.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage all compliance operations within the business, ensuring strict adherence to regulatory guidelines in the UK and globally.
- Develop and implement compliance policies and frameworks that align with the company's growth and expansion plans.
- Act as the primary point of contact with regulatory bodies, ensuring proactive management of compliance matters.
- Oversee AML, CTF, and fraud prevention processes, with a focus on risk mitigation.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments to ensure compliance is embedded in all business operations.
- Serve as the company's MLRO (if applicable), ensuring compliance with all relevant anti-money laundering regulations and reporting requirements.
- Drive strategic initiatives and continuous improvement in compliance systems and processes as the company scales.
What We're Looking For: - Significant AML/CTF related experience as either a MLRO or deputy MLRO - Good understanding and working knowledge of UK Regulations, JMLSG Guidance and FATF Recommendations - FCA Handbook, UK and EU regulatory issues, AML/CTF and other relevant AML/CTF regulations, such as Sanctions and Anti Bribery and Corruption - Detailed working knowledge of understanding, researching and addressing sanctions-related issues and alerts - Proven to create and implement AML/CTF and Sanctions policies and make recommendations - A comprehensive understanding of risk management and proven experience of ensuring own/others' compliance with relevant regulatory processes - A minimum of 5 years of compliance experience within the financial services industry, with a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and obligations.
- Ideally, a payments background with proven experience in the FS space and a strong knowledge of AML/CTF regulations.
- MLRO experience is essential.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with excellent problem-solving and leadership skills.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence key stakeholders across the business.
What We Offer: - The chance to play a key role in our growth and expansion plans, influencing compliance strategy as we enter new markets.
- The opportunity to build and lead your own compliance team, shaping the department to support our scaling operations.
- A fully remote role with flexibility, but with a strong company culture that encourages collaboration and innovation.
--- If you're passionate about compliance, ready to take on a leadership role, and excited to contribute to the future of a fast-growing payments company, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our team and make a lasting impact!