Head of Compliance

Barclay Simpson; England; Hybrid; GBP 127,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-asset trading firm in the UK is seeking a confident Compliance Officer to lead its compliance function. You'll be responsible for overseeing day-to-day compliance activities, managing AML/CTF frameworks, and acting as the nominated MLRO for the FCA. With a salary of up to £150k plus bonuses, this hands-on role offers a hybrid working model. Ideal candidates will have strong regulatory compliance experience in trading and a solid understanding of financial crime processes.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid working model

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Strong regulatory compliance experience in trading, brokerage, or CFD/spread betting environments.
• Working knowledge of AML and financial crime processes.
• A steady, capable professional ready to take on MLRO accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UK compliance and trade surveillance function.
• Oversee FCA compliance across retail and institutional products.
• Manage AML/CTF frameworks and support regulatory interactions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance experience in trading

AML/CTF framework management

Experience in brokerage or CFD environments

Job description

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Are you ready to step up into a senior compliance role with MLRO responsibilities? Our client, a growing multi‑asset trading firm, is looking for a confident and capable Compliance Officer to lead the UK compliance function.

This is a hands‑on, visible position where you’ll oversee all day‑to‑day compliance activity, guide a small team, and act as the nominated MLRO for the FCA — with full support from the firm’s Global Head of Compliance.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading the UK compliance and trade surveillance function.
• Overseeing FCA compliance across retail and institutional products.
• Managing AML/CTF frameworks and supporting regulatory interactions.
• Strong regulatory compliance experience in trading, brokerage, or CFD/spread betting environments.
• Working knowledge of AML and financial crime processes.
• A steady, capable professional ready to take on MLRO accountability.

Package: Up to £150k base + discretionary bonus + benefits.

Hybrid working: Office Mon–Thu, WFH Fridays.

Please contact me for more information [e-mail]

We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.

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