Strategic Compliance Leader & MLRO

Mphasis; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mphasis UK Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Compliance, Compliance Oversight & Money Laundering Reporting Officer to provide independent second-line oversight of the firm's regulatory compliance framework and AML/CTF arrangements.

The role combines SMF16/SMF17 responsibilities with governance across the Appointed Representative network, regulatory change and consumer protection, reporting to the Managing Director and the Board.

Qualifications

• Experience in an FCA-regulated financial services environment.
• Strong knowledge of FCA Handbook (CONC, SYSC, DISP, Consumer Duty, SM&CR).
• Experience developing, implementing or monitoring compliance frameworks and controls.
• Experience undertaking compliance monitoring and risk assessments.
• Understanding AML, sanctions, CDD and financial crime requirements.
• Experience presenting compliance matters to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent oversight of regulatory compliance and financial crime framework.
• Act as SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO) subject to FCA approval.
• Develop, implement and maintain a risk-based Compliance Monitoring Programme.
• Provide regulatory advice and challenge to senior management and the Board.
• Oversee Consumer Duty framework and customer outcomes.
• Monitor outsourced regulated activities and Appointed Representative governance.
• Report regulatory risks to the Board and regulators.
• Promote culture of compliance and ethical conduct.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Independent judgement

Regulatory expertise

Leadership

Regulatory change management

Education

Degree or equivalent

Professional compliance qualification

AML/Financial Crime qualification

Job description

Mphasis UK Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Head of Compliance, Compliance Oversight & Money Laundering Reporting Officer to provide independent second-line oversight of the firm's regulatory compliance framework and AML/CTF arrangements.

The role combines SMF16/SMF17 responsibilities with governance across the Appointed Representative network, regulatory change and consumer protection, reporting to the Managing Director and the Board.