Head of Compliance & MLRO – Private Equity

Symes Collins; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Private Equity Asset Manager is seeking a Head of Compliance & MLRO to ensure regulatory compliance and oversee compliance frameworks. This senior management role requires significant experience in compliance within a Private Equity context, focusing on AML/KYC regulations, and offers a competitive salary with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Good Bonus & Benefits

Qualifications

• Significant senior compliance experience within a Private Equity firm or consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of UK, US, and European legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform SMF16 role, ensuring compliance with FCA, SEC, and other regulations.
• Oversee compliance reporting under SMCR and manage AML policies.

Skills

Compliance Management

Regulatory Knowledge

AML/KYC Regulations

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Head of Compliance & MLRO – Private Equity

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Position Overview

Exclusive: Head of Compliance & MLRO – Private Equity Experience Required

Ref: 4095G2

£130K - £150K + Good Bonus & Benefits Hybrid/London

Our client, a Private Equity Asset Manager, has appointed us to find a Head of Compliance & MLRO with SMF16/17 experience. This senior management role involves:

1. Performing the SMF16 role, staying current with regulatory changes affecting the business, and ensuring management is informed of their obligations.
2. Ensuring compliance with FCA, SEC, and other regulatory requirements.
3. Reviewing and confirming the firm's compliance program meets FCA obligations.
4. Overseeing the implementation and monitoring of the compliance framework.
5. Managing compliance reporting under SMCR, including reports to the FCA.
6. Performing the SMF17 role, enhancing AML policies for regulatory compliance.
7. Monitoring AML controls, suspicious activity reporting, and risk assessments.
8. Drafting compliance and MLRO reports for the board, including AML and anti-bribery risk assessments.
9. Collaborating with compliance consultants for quarterly reviews.

The ideal candidate will have significant senior compliance experience within a Private Equity firm or a consultancy serving such clients, with strong knowledge of UK, US, and European legal and regulatory requirements, especially AML/KYC regulations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, polished individual with strong interpersonal skills to join a successful Private Equity Asset Manager. The role is initially standalone, within a team of around 40 staff, requiring a proactive attitude and broad compliance expertise. The CEO seeks someone who can lead regulatory and control initiatives internally and influence external stakeholders and regulators. The role is 4 days/week in London, with 1 day WFH, flexible on which day.

If you possess the required interpersonal skills and technical knowledge, please send your details to [e-mail] (including contact info). Note that responses may be limited, and your details will not be shared without your permission.