1d ago

Senior Compliance Officer / MLRO

London, UK

โœจ $150k-$200k / yearest.

full-timesenior Remotefinance

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๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll lead regulatory compliance, financial crime risk management, and data protection for an FCA-regulated EMI. Your core impact is ensuring full adherence to FCA regulations, UK GDPR, and global AML/CTF standards. You'll act as the primary guardian of operational integrity and the main point of contact for regulators.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Serve as primary FCA/NCA/ICO liaison and submit regulatory reports.
  • Design and maintain enterprise-wide risk management program and risk register.
  • Oversee AML/CTF framework including SAR management and EDD approvals.
  • Lead data protection compliance including ROPA, DPIAs, and DSARs.
  • Deliver firm-wide training on AML, SAR processes, and data privacy.

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • 5-7 years senior compliance experience in UK FCA-regulated financial institution (EMI, PI, or Bank)
  • Deep technical knowledge of Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and FCA Specialist Sourcebooks
  • Professional certifications like CAMS, ICA, or CIPP/E
  • Proven track record interacting with FCA/NCA and reporting to a Board of Directors

โœจ Nice to Have

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Finance, or Business
  • Experience with compliance tools like Sumsub, LexisNexis, ComplyAdvantage

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • ๐Ÿข Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements
  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ Performance-based bonuses tied to Compliance KPIs
  • ๐Ÿ“š Ongoing training and specialized certifications support

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 4-6 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Initial Application Reviewยท 1 week
  2. 2Phone Screen with HRยท 30 min
  3. 3Technical/Case Interview with Compliance Teamยท 1 hour
  4. 4Final Interview with Executive Boardยท 1 hour
  5. 5Offer and Background Checksยท 2 weeks
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