Compliance Consultant (Remittance Industry)

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fintech sector is seeking an experienced Compliance Consultant in London to ensure alignment with UK regulatory standards including the FCA and AML laws. You will monitor compliance activities, deliver training, and provide advisory support across various teams while upholding high regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in compliance within financial services.
• Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations and FCA requirements.
• Experience with compliance inspections and multi-jurisdictional environments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with FCA requirements for EMIs and payment institutions.
• Advise on regulatory obligations related to remittance and digital payments.
• Deliver internal compliance training and assist with internal audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

KYC tools proficiency

Regulatory reporting knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Risk, Finance, or related field

Tools

Transaction monitoring systems

Regulatory reporting platforms

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Compliance Consultant to support our UK operations within the remittance and fintech space. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that our business remains fully compliant with UK regulatory requirements, particularly those of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HMRC, and relevant anti-money laundering (AML) laws.

This role involves both advisory and monitoring responsibilities across key compliance areas, including KYC, transaction monitoring, regulatory reporting, and internal governance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and assess compliance with UK regulations, including FCA requirements for EMIs and payment institutions
2. Advise on regulatory obligations related to remittance, digital payments, and cross-border transactions
3. Support the implementation and maintenance of AML frameworks under the UK Money Laundering Regulations
4. Conduct ongoing transaction monitoring, SAR reviews, and enhanced due diligence where applicable
5. Review and maintain compliance policies and procedures
6. Deliver internal compliance training and awareness programs
7. Support customer onboarding by advising on KYC/CDD protocols and risk-based classifications
8. Provide regulatory advice to internal teams, including product, operations, IT, and sales
9. Assist with internal audits, incident reporting, and regulatory inspections

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Risk, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a compliance function within financial services, preferably in fintech, payments, or remittances
• Strong knowledge of UK AML regulations and FCA requirements
• Proficiency in KYC tools, transaction monitoring systems, and regulatory reporting platforms
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills

:

• ICA, ACAMS, or equivalent compliance certifications
• Experience interacting with the FCA or during regulatory inspections
• Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional compliance environments
• A background in operations management is advantageous

If you are committed to upholding high compliance standards in a fast-moving fintech environment, we would like to hear from you.

Apply below, or send your CV through to [e-mail]