Head of Compliance Onboarding

Our client is a UK based; well-funded, leading global payments solution company regulated by the FCA. They are seeking a Head of Compliance Onboarding to join their fast-growing team in London.
This role can NOT sponsor a work visa. Excellent base salary plus bonus and benefits.
Key responsibilities:
Lead the Compliance Onboarding Team, and Assist the Compliance Director in the establishment and maintenance of effective onboarding and anti-money laundering systems and controls
Develop, improve and manage the company's policies and procedures related to AML in line with the latest AML/CFT regulations in the industry
Working closely with the Group Compliance department, as well as other functions across the business to ensure alignment across all stakeholders dealing with corporate clients
Oversee the approval of new applications and ad-hoc compliance requests, acting as a point of escalation and support for relevant compliance operations teams
Proactively identify and review for the risks in compliance/operational processes
Key requirements:
10+ years of Compliance experience preferably within Financial Institutions
Ideally an ICA / Cams qualification in AML/Financial crime
Bachelor's degree in law, finance, business, or a related field
Experience in a Leadership Compliance Onboarding AML role, with a deep understanding of UK and EU AML regulations and best practice in the financial industry
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders