Compliance Analyst

Mentmore; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fintech startup is seeking a Risk & Compliance Analyst/Manager to help shape a robust compliance program. This role is crucial as the company transitions from MVP to public launch, ensuring user protection and platform security. You will collaborate closely with product, operations, and regulatory partners, overseeing KYC processes, transaction monitoring, and compliance training. Join a talented team in a flexible work environment, where your contributions will significantly impact the future of fintech.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Opportunity to shape fintech solutions

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of compliance experience in fintech or financial services.
• Expertise in UK AML/CTF laws and global regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance monitoring programs.
• Manage Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and documentation.
• Deliver compliance training and assist with audits.

Skills

Compliance/FinCrime experience

UK AML/CTF laws

KYC/EDD reviews

Sanctions screening

Strong documentation skills

Communication skills

Job description

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Base pay range

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Job Title: Risk & Compliance Analyst/Manager

Location: Hybrid (UK-based) – London Central

Type: Full-time

Start: ASAP

Level: Mid-level (3–5 years’ experience)

Reports to: COO

About Us

We are an innovative fintech startup on a mission to revolutionise and simplify group payments. Our solutions empower users to manage group expenses effortlessly, fairly, and transparently.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Risk & Compliance Analyst to join us at an exciting time as we move from MVP to Beta and then public launch. You will be instrumental in helping us build, monitor, and scale a best-in-class compliance program that ensures our users are protected and our platform is secure.

You will work closely with our product, operations, and regulatory partners to shape compliance practices from the ground up, including customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, EDD, SAR reporting, and training.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring & Oversight

• Develop and maintain compliance monitoring programs and internal controls.
• Proactively monitor payments (card, bank, wallet) for AML, fraud, and TF risks.
• Lead periodic reviews of customer activity and transaction patterns.
• Oversee KYC/AML processes for onboarding and ongoing due diligence.
• Conduct risk assessments and screening (sanctions, PEP, and adverse media).
• Handle EDD reviews, including source of funds and source of wealth investigations.

Reporting & Escalations

• Manage the administration and documentation of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
• Work with external vendors and partners to ensure end-to-end compliance.
• Liaise with our Banking-as-a-Service and card issuer partners for escalations and investigations.

Policy & Training

• Help draft and maintain key policies (AML, CTF, Sanctions, and Fraud).
• Deliver compliance training to the wider team and ensure ongoing awareness.
• Assist in readiness for audits and regulatory reporting as we grow.

Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of firsthand compliance/FinCrime experience in fintech, payments, or financial services.
• Expert in UK AML/CTF laws, FCA expectations, and global regulations (JMLSG and FATF).

Practical experience in:

• KYC/EDD reviews
• Sanctions and adverse media screening
• Drafting internal reports or SARs
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• An initiative-taking, collaborative attitude with high integrity and diligence

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of fintech with a talented and enthusiastic team
• Flexible work environment
• Professional growth opportunities in a high-impact role

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting and Legal

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