Fractional Head of Compliance

JR United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading crypto business in the UK is seeking a part-time Fractional Head of Compliance. This role focuses on ownership of compliance frameworks, interactions with regulators, and improving internal controls related to AML and KYC. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive rate, with the potential for permanent placement once licensing is achieved.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive rate

Qualifications

• 7+ years in compliance, with 2+ years in crypto.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Hands-on experience with FCA and UK regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Own the UK compliance framework and regulatory strategy.
• Lead licensing applications with the FCA and other regulators.
• Build and improve AML, KYC, GDPR, and internal controls.

Skills

Knowledge of AML

Knowledge of KYC

Knowledge of GDPR

Risk Management

Hands-on experience with FCA

Education

Compliance certification (CAMS, ICA)

Job description

Position: Fractional Head of Compliance

Industry: Crypto

Location: Remote, West London, United Kingdom

Job Type: Part-time (potentially permanent upon licensing)

Job Description:

We are hiring a Head of Compliance for a cutting-edge crypto business to support licensing applications. The role may become permanent once the relevant VASP license is obtained.

Responsibilities:

• Own the UK compliance framework and regulatory strategy
• Act as the main point of contact with the FCA and other regulators, leading licensing applications
• Build and improve AML, KYC, GDPR, and internal controls
• Oversee due diligence, transaction monitoring, and reporting
• Collaborate with teams across jurisdictions in tech, legal, and operations

Requirements:

• 7+ years in compliance, with at least 2+ years in crypto
• Hands-on experience with FCA and UK regulatory frameworks
• Knowledge of AML, KYC, GDPR, and risk management
• Right to work in the UK
• Compliance certification (e.g., CAMS, ICA) is a plus

Flexible working arrangements and a competitive rate are offered. Please apply or share your details with [emailprotected].