UK MLRO & AML Lead — Remote, High-Impact Compliance

Arbitrum; Remote; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology company seeks an AML Officer to act as UK MLRO. In this pivotal role, you will drive compliance with AML regulations, manage high-risk customer assessments, and engage with regulators. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in financial crime compliance within fintech or regulated services, alongside strong communication skills and a pragmatic mindset. This position offers competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Performance-based bonuses

Stock options program

Unlimited, flexible PTO

Company laptop allowance

Flexible working hours

Company-paid off-sites

Local benefits

Qualifications

• 5 to 8+ years of experience in relevant fields.
• Prior MLRO or Deputy MLRO experience in the UK.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with transaction monitoring.
• Familiarity with crypto compliance.

Responsibilities

• Act as UK MLRO and oversee compliance.
• Design and implement AML policies.
• Review escalated customer cases.
• Engage with regulatory bodies.
• Deliver AML training across the business.

Skills

Experience in AML and financial crime compliance

Knowledge of UK Money Laundering Regulations

Hands-on experience with SARs and KYC

Communication skills

Confidence engaging with regulators

Education

Professional certifications such as CAMS or ICA

Tools

Chainalysis

Elliptic

Job description

A leading financial technology company seeks an AML Officer to act as UK MLRO. In this pivotal role, you will drive compliance with AML regulations, manage high-risk customer assessments, and engage with regulators. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in financial crime compliance within fintech or regulated services, alongside strong communication skills and a pragmatic mindset. This position offers competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and flexible working arrangements.