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SalaryOur client is a UK based; well-funded payments solution company regulated by the FCA. They are seeking a Head of MLRO & Compliance to join our fast-growing team in London.
This role can NOT sponsor a work visa. Excellent base salary plus bonus and benefits.
You will be part of a dynamic and experienced team bringing the features to the rapidly expanding market. We are looking for a highly motivated, adaptable, and collaborative person who can manage and build a high-performing compliance team. If you have experience in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to work in the payment space, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
The successful candidate will have previous experience acting as Money Laundering Reporting Officer at a regulated organisation, ideally with experience of Payment Services (AIS & PIS) and Open Banking.
You will be responsible for leading on the firm's AIS and PIS application with the FCA, developing and embedding effective AML and financial crime processes, and ensuring the implementation and appropriate controls that reflect business and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
* Minimum 10 years of experience in compliance, having been a holder of SMF 17.
* Extensive background in Financial Services & regulatory expertise in a Senior Compliance role.
* Previous experience operating at a MLRO, Head of Compliance level - ideally within a payment services firm
* Operational knowledge in building and scaling a compliance programme, with hands-on knowledge and an understanding of regulatory requirements for the UK
* Ability to promote the company culture, values and behaviours and to ensure standards of performance integrated across the business
* Experience demonstrating thought leadership and market presence relating to best practice and innovation
* Ability to champion a positive risk culture and help provide an appropriate 'tone from the top' on compliance matters
