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Head of Compliance
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We're recruiting on behalf of an ambitious FCA-regulated B2B payments fintech.
They're seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to build world-class compliance infrastructure during a critical growth phase.
This is a hands-on leadership role managing a significant FCA remediation programme and designing the policy frameworks that will support their next growth phase. You'll work directly with their MLRO and senior leadership team.
This isn't a back-office compliance role. You'll be in the room where strategic decisions are made, shaping how the business operates as a regulated fintech.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Lead delivery of the client's FCA remediation programme—owning timelines, evidence, regulatory reporting, and corrective actions
- Design and implement comprehensive AML/CTF policy frameworks, governance structures, and regulatory procedures
- Manage direct engagement with the FCA—preparing submissions, evidence packs, and responses to regulatory queries
- Oversee transaction monitoring, SAR submission, and day-to-day compliance operations
- Build compliance culture across the business through training and awareness
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WHO YOU ARE
- 5+ years in financial services compliance; with experience in a hands on senior management role
- Direct experience with FCA Section 166 reviews or equivalent regulatory enforcement action (you can articulate what this is and how to respond)
- Led compliance remediation programmes following regulatory enforcement or significant compliance failures
- Designed AML/CTF policy frameworks and governance structures from scratch or at scale
- Deep knowledge of FCA Handbook, JMLSG guidance, MLR 2017
- Fintech, payments, or EMI/banking compliance background (not traditional banking compliance alone)
- Familiar with compliance tools (ComplyAdvantage, Sumsub, transaction monitoring systems)
- Self-starter capable of working independently in a fully remote environment
- Excellent written communication; able to produce regulatory-grade documentation
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WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY
- Build compliance at scale at an ambitious FCA-regulated fintech during a critical growth phase
- Hybrid role with flexibility (primarily home based)
- Direct access to senior leadership and the MLRO—real influence on strategy
- Competitive salary (£70,000 - £100,000+ depending on experience)
- The opportunity to shape regulatory strategy and compliance culture from day one
WHAT THIS ISN'T
We're not looking for:
- Someone who oversees a team of analysts from a distance (this is hands-on leadership), building from the ground up.
- A box-ticking compliance person (our client needs strategic thinking and regulatory savvy)
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