UK MLRO & Compliance Lead for FinTech Payments

Applied Intuition Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech startup seeks a Compliance Manager and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to develop and scale its UK compliance program. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in compliance, particularly in payments or fintech, and a strong grasp of UK financial regulations. This role is crucial for establishing the compliance infrastructure necessary for the company to succeed as it expands globally, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while supporting business growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity package

Growth and learning opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of compliance experience in payments, fintech, or financial services.
• Strong understanding of UK financial regulations and AML/CFT requirements.
• Proven experience as MLRO or in a senior AML compliance role.

Responsibilities

• Build and scale compliance program for UK-regulated entity.
• Lead licensing initiatives in the UK with FCA.
• Serve as MLRO and point of contact with UK regulators.

Skills

Compliance experience in payments

Understanding of UK financial regulations

Experience building compliance programs

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork commitment

Education

Law degree or professional compliance certifications

Tools

Transaction monitoring systems

Blockchain analytics tools

Job description

A fintech startup seeks a Compliance Manager and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to develop and scale its UK compliance program. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in compliance, particularly in payments or fintech, and a strong grasp of UK financial regulations. This role is crucial for establishing the compliance infrastructure necessary for the company to succeed as it expands globally, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while supporting business growth.