Head of Compliance

Monex Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Monex Global in London seeks a Head of Compliance to lead the compliance strategy, provide advisory support to the local UK CEO and senior management, and collaborate with the International CCO to uphold robust regulatory standards.

The role includes identifying compliance risks, overseeing the CASS and financial crime functions, and guiding governance and controls across MEL and MEM in London to protect margins and ensure regulatory alignment.

Qualifications

• Lead compliance strategy and advisory to senior management.
• Interface with UK regulators and International CCO.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for all compliance matters for MEL and MEM in London.
• Principal contact for local regulators in the UK (the FCA).
• Manage day-to-day compliance operations and coordinate compliance strategies for MEM and MEL.

Job description

Head of Compliance | London

Monex is a leading global financial solutions provider, offering a complete set of tools to support business growth and strategic financial operations.

We specialise in FX risk management and international payments, helping corporate and institutional clients design tailored FX solutions to navigate currency volatility with confidence. Our team of FX specialists implement well-considered currency strategies, offering dedicated support to help clients manage their payment needs – whether for goods, services, or direct investments.

In 2023, Monex facilitated $309 billion in FX turnover, managed $10.7 billion in assets, and processed 8.5 million transactions. With offices across North America (Canada, the US, and Mexico), Asia (Singapore), and Europe (the UK, Spain, and the Netherlands), we serve over 66,000 clients worldwide.

By combining global reach with deep local market expertise, Monex enhances businesses with a suite of financial solutions and FX market analysis to help optimise efficiency, mitigate currency risk, and protect margins in an increasingly complex financial landscape. Our corporate client experience is further enhanced by our dedicated sector expertise across a range of industries.

Job Overview

The Head of Compliance takes a lead role in the provision of compliance advice, day-to-day leadership, compliance strategy and support of the designated companies’ business so as to ensure comprehensive compliance with applicable regulation.

The role involves supporting and providing compliance advice and guidance to the local UK Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and other senior management, working closely with the International CCO.

To lead by example, to put the clients’ long-term interests first with fair and equitable outcomes. To be a pace setter in developing the firms’ cultural and conduct aspirations.

The Head of Compliance is tasked with analysing and identifying all compliance related risks, including oversight of the CASS function and financial crime function, while keeping the senior management in all departments informed of developments regulations that can potentially affect the business.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Overall Compliance

• Responsible for all Compliance related matters for both MEL and MEM in London.
• Principal contact for local regulators in the UK (the FCA).

Business & Compliance Strategy

• Managing day-to-day compliance operations for both MEL & MEM
• Coordinating compliance strategies and projects for MEM and MEL
• Advising and assisting the Monex Europe Executive Board to deliver on required management/governance structure, systems and internal controls and individual responsibilities of senior management.