Head of Compliance

Barclay Simpson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial firm in London is seeking a Head of Compliance to oversee FCA authorisation and drive regulatory engagement. This is a unique opportunity to shape the compliance framework of a high-growth fintech from the ground up. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience in a regulated Compliance or MLRO role, with strong knowledge of UK AML/CTF regulations. The position offers a competitive salary, generous equity offering, and the chance to work in a collaborative, mission-driven team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous equity offering

Flexibility and autonomy

Mission-driven team

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in a regulated Compliance or MLRO role.
• Strong experience with UK AML / CTF and MiFID regulation.
• Proven FCA engagement and SMF exposure is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UK FCA authorisation process.
• Drive all DSS-related regulatory engagement.
• Build and implement an AML / CTF framework.
• Own and deliver compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Report directly to the UK CEO and collaborate with senior leadership.

Skills

Experience in Compliance or MLRO role

Knowledge of UK AML / CTF

Engagement with FCA

Job description

Head of Compliance

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New Opportunity – Head of Compliance (SMF16 / 17)

London | 💼 Hybrid | 🔐 Digital Assets | 💰 Competitive Salary + Equity

• London
• competitive salary
• Sector : Financial Services
• Job reference : NE43611

I’m working with an innovative financial infrastructure firm that’s reshaping how tokenised assets are structured and accessed. Backed by a team with experience at top-tier institutions, they’re seeking a Compliance professional to take on SMF16 and SMF17 responsibilities as they progress through FCA authorisation and the Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS).

This is a rare opportunity to help shape the compliance framework of a high-growth fintech from the ground up.

What’s Involved:

• Lead the UK FCA authorisation process
• Drive all DSS-related regulatory engagement
• Build and implement a fit‑for‑purpose AML / CTF framework
• Own and deliver monitoring, testing, and reporting
• Report directly to the UK CEO and work closely with senior leadership

What They’re Looking For:

• 5–7 years in a regulated Compliance or MLRO role
• Strong experience across UK AML / CTF and MiFID regulation
• Previous FCA engagement and ideally SMF exposure
• Someone who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑accountability environments

Why Apply:

• Real ownership of the compliance function
• Competitive salary and generous equity offering
• Work alongside ex‑bulge bracket and fintech leaders
• Flexibility, autonomy, and a mission‑driven team