Head of Quality Oversight (KYC)

G MASS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer to lead QA/QC frameworks and oversee regulatory engagements. The ideal candidate has proven experience in AML regulations and a strong background in compliance. This role requires excellent communication skills and regulatory expertise to engage with UK and EU regulators.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior 2LOD compliance role within financial services.
• Led a Quality Control and/or Enhanced Due Diligence function.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU AML regulations and regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of QA/QC frameworks across KYC, AML, and EDD.
• Provide strategic oversight on high-risk client onboarding.
• Collaborate with compliance teams to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Senior compliance experience

Quality Control expertise

Knowledge of UK/EU AML regulations

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory communication skills

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of QA/QC frameworks across KYC, AML, and EDD.
• Act as the senior interface for s166 engagements and regulatory remediation.
• Provide strategic oversight on high-risk client onboarding and ongoing due diligence.
• Collaborate with 1LOD and regional compliance teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Represent the firm in discussions with UK and EU regulators.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior 2LOD compliance role within financial services
• Led a Quality Control and/or Enhanced Due Diligence function
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU AML regulations and regulatory expectations
• Direct experience managing Skilled Person reviews (s166)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and regulatory communication skills

Rate to be discussed