Head of Compliance & MLRO in England

Job description

Alexander Barnes has partnered with an international FinTech entering the UK market.

This scale-up is recognised as an innovator of global payments networks.

We are searching for a senior compliance leader to lead the EMI licence process and build a UK compliance function that’s fit to scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full UK EMI licence application process with the FCA
• Build and implement a UK-focused compliance framework from the ground up
• Own all risk assessments, policies, and regulatory reporting
• Act as SMF16/17 and main point of contact with the FCA
• Set up AML/CTF controls, monitoring, and training
• Work closely with legal, product, and ops to align compliance with business priorities
• Hire and lead a lean UK compliance team

Required Experience:

• 8+ years in financial services compliance, with at least 3 in e-money or payments
• Held SMF16 and/or SMF17 for a UK-regulated firm
• Led or played a key role in a successful EMI licence application
• Strong working knowledge of FCA requirements for e-money and payment services
• Hands-on experience with AML frameworks, financial crime prevention, and policy design
• Confident working in a fast-moving, cross-functional environment

Preferred:

• Experience scaling compliance in a start-up or high-growth fintech
• Familiarity with transaction monitoring tools and regulatory tech
• Strong written and verbal communication with senior leadership and regulators

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-07-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English