Head of Risk and Compliance

JR United Kingdom; Lisburn; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization is looking for a Head of Risk & Compliance for the UK, offering a role with significant responsibility in managing compliance and governance. This permanent, hybrid position includes strategic oversight of regulatory engagement, internal audits, and a potential 4-day workweek for the right candidate.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension plan

Additional lifestyle benefits

Optional 4-day work week

Flexible working hours

Clear career development path

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in senior compliance or risk roles within UK Financial Services.
• Knowledge of FCA expectations, AML, GDPR, and consumer protection regulations.
• Experience managing regulators and conducting compliance audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance initiatives and serve as MLRO ensuring FCA adherence.
• Manage UK Compliance Monitoring Plan and Risk Management Programme.
• Drive regulatory engagement and oversee audits.

Skills

Compliance expertise

Risk management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

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Location: Remote/Hybrid options -Northern Ireland

Duration: Permanent | Full-Time

Salary: Excellent Salary + Market-Leading Benefits

Sector: Financial Services / Payments / FinTech

Overview

An exceptional opportunity for a senior compliance professional to step into a pivotal leadership role at a scaling, high-growth financial services organisation. As Head of Risk & Compliance – UK, you will take ownership of regulatory compliance, governance, and risk frameworks, embedding a robust culture of accountability and assurance.

This role is hybrid with remote flexibility. Final-stage interviews will be conducted in Dublin. A 4-day working week option is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as UK Compliance Lead and MLRO, ensuring compliance with FCA and other regulatory frameworks
• Manage and deliver the UK Compliance Monitoring Plan and Risk Management Programme
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and stakeholders
• Provide strategic oversight on regulatory engagement, reporting, and policy adherence
• Support the business in navigating new product and geographic launches
• Oversee internal audits, regulatory submissions, and suspicious activity reports
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and translate these into actionable insights
• Drive best practices across risk mitigation, controls, and governance

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years’ experience in senior compliance or risk roles within UK Financial Services, Payments, or FinTech
• Demonstrated experience with FCA expectations, EMI licence procedures, and regulatory audits
• In-depth knowledge of AML/CTF, GDPR, and Consumer Protection regulations
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally
• Experience managing regulator relationships, compliance audits, and internal governance
• Experience working in a multilingual, cross-border environment
• Familiarity with compliance tech tools and evolving regulatory trends
• Strong documentation, reporting, and analytical skills
• Highly competitive salary and bonus
• Private medical, enhanced pension, and additional lifestyle benefits
• Optional 4-day work week
• Flexibility around location and working hours
• Clear career development path within a fast-scaling business