Head of Compliance and MLRO

FinTop Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a Head of Compliance and MLRO to oversee compliance operations and develop a robust compliance framework. This strategic role requires extensive experience in compliance within the UK Payments sector, with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills being key for driving the firm's financial crime prevention efforts. The position is based in Canary Wharf, London, offering a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Compliance Officer/MLRO in a UK Payments or EMI environment.
• Solid knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Compliance and Financial Crime operations across UK and international offices.
• Own the AML/CTF framework and regulatory reporting.
• Manage and mentor compliance teams across jurisdictions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Job description

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Role – Head of Compliance and MLRO

Location – Canary Wharf, London (Hybrid 2 Days in the office)

Salary – Open to discuss

Head of Compliance & MLRO – UK (Payments/EMI)

Our client, a well-established player in the payments/e-money sector, is looking for a Head of Compliance and MLRO to join their leadership team in the UK. This is a strategic role focused on shaping the firm’s compliance framework and driving its financial crime prevention efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all Compliance and Financial Crime operations across UK and international offices
• Own the AML/CTF framework, fraud prevention controls, and regulatory reporting
• Maintain strong relationships with banking partners and regulators
• Oversee compliance monitoring, investigations, and reporting to senior stakeholders
• Manage and mentor compliance teams across jurisdictions
• Liaise with law enforcement and industry bodies to stay ahead of evolving threats

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Compliance Officer/MLRO in a UK Payments or EMI environment (EEA exposure is a plus)
• Solid knowledge of the UK regulatory landscape (MLRs, PSRs, EMRs) and SAR processes
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders at senior levels

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal and Finance

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