CEO (UK EMI)

HHHub.eu (Taupai, UAB); London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based Neobank and payment platform is seeking a transformative Chief Executive Officer. This role offers a unique opportunity to guide a rapidly expanding fintech in offering premium banking services for SMEs and private clients while fostering innovation and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess extensive fintech experience and a proven track record in leadership roles, with a focus on scaling businesses and navigating regulatory challenges. If you are ready to drive growth and lead a high-performance team, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits tailored to expertise

Performance-based bonuses tied to growth

Opportunity to drive expansion in a cutting-edge sector

Qualifications

• Proven leadership within a transactional fintech environment.
• Solid knowledge of cryptocurrencies and payment solutions.
• Experience with high-risk environments and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategic vision and growth roadmap.
• Oversee operational and regulatory compliance.
• Drive business development in payment solutions and card programs.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Regulatory expertise

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Experience as CEO, COO, or other C-level executive

Job description

Our client a well-established and reputable UK-based Neobank and payment platform is seeking a visionary and driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the next chapter of growth and innovation.

This is not just another executive role — it’s a career-defining opportunity to take the helm of a fast-scaling fintech with a strong foundation and bold ambitions. The company has carved out a trusted name in delivering premium banking services tailored for SMEs and private clients, offering seamless multi-currency accounts, instant onboarding, and access to key payment rails including Faster Payments, SWIFT, and SEPA. Their competitive FX rates and commitment to speed and efficiency make them a preferred choice for clients navigating international markets.

The company is looking for more than a CEO — they’re searching for a Fintech leader, someone with the vision and drive to unlock new market opportunities.

KeyResponsibilities:

• Define and execute the company’s strategic vision and growth roadmap.
• Oversee all aspects of operational and regulatory compliance, ensuring alignment with FCA regulations and international standards.
• Drive business development across payment solutions, card programs, and cryptocurrency services.
• Lead risk management initiatives, ensuring robust compliance and effective fraud prevention strategies.
• Cultivate strong relationships with partners, regulators, clients, and investors.
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performance team, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.

Residency & Location:

• Must be a British citizen or permanent resident.
• Based in the United Kingdom (UK).

Requirements to Professional Experience:

• Fintech & EMI: Proven leadership within a transactional fintech environment. Experience with Electronic Money Institutions (EMI)is highly desirable.
• Cryptocurrencies: Solid knowledge of crypto and related payment solutions; familiarity with crypto compliance frameworks is a plus.
• Card Issuing: Experience with prepaid and debit card programs is advantageous.
• High-Risk Environments: Background in sectors such as FX, gaming, or crypto, with a strong understanding of risk, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Strategic leadership and long-term vision.
• Strong regulatory expertise (FCA, AML, KYC).
• Commercial acumen with a focus on profitability and sustainable growth.
• Proven success in scaling fintech businesses.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills (investors, regulators, partners).
• Well-connected within the UK and European fintech ecosystem.
• Ability to excel in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

Preferred Background

• Prior experience as CEO, COO, or other C-level executive in fintech or an EMI-licensed institution.
• Exposure to cross-border payments and multi-currency operations.
• Proven track record of launching or scaling financial products tailored to high-risk clientele.

The Employer offers:

• Leadership role in a high-growth, innovative fintech company.
• Opportunity to drive expansion in a cutting-edge sector.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, tailored to your expertise and experience.
• Performance-based bonuses tied to business growth and personal achievements.
• Additional benefits (subject to agreement)