Head of Compliance

MyWork; Greater London; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in the UK is seeking a Head of Compliance to ensure regulatory obligations and innovate in the finance industry. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in compliance, strong knowledge of UK regulations, and excellent communication skills. This remote position offers a competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and a generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private health insurance

Company pension

Flexible benefits portal

Generous holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a compliance role within the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of the UK's regulatory landscape.
• Ability to identify potential compliance risks and create strategies to mitigate them.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the compliance framework and policies.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and best practices.
• Act as the main point of contact for regulatory bodies.

Skills

Compliance monitoring

Regulatory reporting

Risk management

Excellent communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in business, finance, or a related field

Job description

Job Description

This is a remote position.

Head of Compliance

Remote - UK Based

£55,000 - £80,000 + Benefits

Ready to protect a business that's shaking up the finance world?

Our client is a fast-growing fintech company that has built a cutting‑edge platform to make life easier for their customers and their team. As a remote‑first business, employing over 180 people across the UK, they are looking for a detail‑oriented and passionate Head of Compliance to join them on their journey.

What You'll Be Doing:

As an experienced Head of Compliance, you will be the go‑to person for all things compliance, ensuring the business meets its regulatory obligations while continuing to innovate. You’ll play a crucial role in protecting the business and its customers.

• Develop, implement, and manage the compliance framework, policies, and procedures, with a focus on the mortgage industry.
• Stay ahead of regulatory changes and industry best practices to keep the compliance strategy sharp and effective.
• Be the expert on a wide range of compliance areas, including compliance monitoring, conduct risk, TCF, SMCR, and FCA reporting.
• Work with the team of brokers, underwriters, and leadership to provide guidance and training on compliance matters — future‑proofing the business.
• Monitor and review mortgage loan documentation, disclosures, and advertising to ensure everything is clear, fair, and not misleading.
• Investigate and resolve any compliance‑related issues or complaints quickly and effectively.
• Be the main point of contact for regulatory bodies, managing reports and documentation.

Requirements

As the preferred candidate you will have:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a compliance role within the financial services industry, ideally with a background in mortgages or insurance.
• Strong understanding of the UK's regulatory landscape (FCA, etc.).
• A knack for identifying potential compliance risks and creating smart strategies to mitigate them.
• Excellent communication skills – you can make complex compliance topics easy for anyone to understand.
• You are a self‑starter who can manage your own time and priorities in a fast‑paced, remote environment.
• A relevant degree in business, finance, or a related field is a plus, and certifications like the Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• A competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• Work from anywhere in the UK. Our client is a remote‑first company and will provide you with the laptop and equipment you need to shine.
• A great benefits package, including private BUPA health insurance, a company pension, and access to a flexible benefits portal.
• Time to recharge with a generous holiday allowance.

What It's Like to Work There?

You'll be part of an innovative and supportive team that's passionate about making a difference in the finance industry.

As a forward‑thinking fintech, our client has built a bespoke, cutting‑edge platform that enables their mortgage brokers to work efficiently and at high volume — with a "client first" mindset.

They have a flat structure, which means you can talk directly to the decision‑makers and see your ideas come to life quickly.

With consistent month‑to‑month growth, they're building something special, and they want you to be a part of it.

Ready to Join Apply?

If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we'd love to hear from you. You don't need to tick every single box – if you have the drive, the skills, and the passion to make a difference, our client encourages you to apply.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments to support your application, just let us know.