Head Of Compliance

Mywork; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance (BUPA)

Company pension

Flexible benefits portal

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

Mywork is seeking a Head of Compliance to lead our regulatory program across the UK. You will own the compliance framework, policies, and procedures, with a mortgage sector focus, while enabling AI-driven efficiency and accuracy in compliance operations.

You will work remotely with a UK-wide team, ensuring adherence to FCA regulations, SMCR, and conducting robust reporting. A strong background in financial services compliance and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in a compliance role within financial services.
• SMF 16 experience or deputising for SMF 16.
• Strong understanding of UK regulatory landscape (FCA, etc).
• Ability to identify compliance risks and craft mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication, able to simplify complex topics for all audiences.
• Self-starter who can manage time and priorities in a fast-paced remote environment.
• Degree in business/finance or CRCM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the compliance framework, policies, and procedures with a mortgage focus.
• Collaborate with brokers and underwriters to provide compliance guidance and training.
• Monitor mortgage loan documentation, disclosures, and advertising for clarity and fairness.
• Stay ahead of regulatory changes and industry best practices to keep the strategy sharp.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

SMF 16

Communication skills

Remote work discipline

AI tooling awareness

Independent / self-starter

Education

Degree in business/finance

CRCM certification desirable

Tools

AI tools design experience

Job description

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 170 people across the UK, and they're 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 their regulatory obligations while continuing to innovate. You'll play a crucial role in protecting the business and their customers.

• Develop, implement, and manage the compliance framework, policies, and procedures, with a focus on the mortgage industry.
• Technology Driven - Working with the business to design and implement AI tools, enabling the Compliance to operate more accuracy and efficiency.
• Complaints Management - Investigate and resolve any compliance-related issues or complaints quickly and effectively.
• 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.
• 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, background in Mortgages, Secured Loans, Mortgage Protection Insurance or Bridging - ideally within a Brokerage.
• Be currently operating as SMF 16, or deputising for the current SMF 16.
• 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're a self-starter who can manage your own time and priorities in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• A relevant experience or degree in business, finance, or a related field is a plus, and certifications like the Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) are highly desirable.
• 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 and protection 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.

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