MLRO & HEAD OF COMPLIANCE

We are seeking a Compliance Officer who can enhance the existing Compliance framework and build robust systems and controls. You’ll be an experienced senior Compliance specialist familiar with operating at ‘Head of’ level or equivalent within the payment/e-money institution.
You’ll be responsible for the ongoing development of the firm’s Compliance framework, policies and procedures and also take ownership for the planning and execution of the Compliance Monitoring Plan.
A strong understanding of relevant regulatory compliance (ICOBS, SYSC, DISP etc.) and financial crime compliance (AML, JMLSG etc.) regulations is essential. You must also be happy working in a hands-on manner.
In addition, you’ll undertake horizon scanning of the regulatory landscape across all relevant jurisdictions and provide advice, training and management updates as appropriate. You’ll also have responsibility as MLRO within one of the operating companies TalkRemit UK Ltd.
Managing a team of up 15 you will be responsible for mentoring the existing team, advising the business on regulatory developments, liaising with the FCA, leading the global Financial Crime framework (best in class for a fast moving fintech payments firm), work closely with the AML onboarding operations team and ensuring a robust AML framework is rolled out to mitigate risks across various jurisdictions.
The ideal candidate will have a compliance background in Payments and / or Open Banking who has experience of building frameworks around compliance and financial crime. You must also be comfortable to hold the control function with the FCA.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing and implementing company policies and procedures across all business areas,
Designing and configuring the monitoring control systems to deal with violations of legal rules and internal policies
Regularly assessing the efficiency of risk and control systems and recommending effective improvements
Working with product and operational teams to implement new features in a compliant manner
Taking on responsibilities of the MLRO and ensuring financial crime systems and controls are sufficient for the needs of the business
Oversee periodic monitoring on company procedures and processes and evaluating company procedures and reports to identify hidden risks or common issues,
Seasoned financial crime professional with relevant financial crime compliance position at a payment/e-money institution, with exposure to correspondent banking risks
Extensive experience gained from holding a Money Laundering Reporting Office (MLRO) or Deputy MLRO role at a payment/e-money institution
Proven experience designing, planning and rolling out financial crime operating models and risk frameworks.
Extensive experience performing risk assessments and drafting policies from scratch.
You should be comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy and managing evolving priorities to deliver against the team's strategy
Oversee Risk Register and Enterprise Wide Risk Assessment and report risks to the board
About You
· Extensive experience in financial services regulation including experience related to remittance/payment/e-money institution compliance functions.
· A business-focused leader who is highly respected as a business partner with other functions in the firm.
· Experience managing compliance teams and has a track record of attracting, motivating, and developing talent
· Desire to work in a start-up environment.
· Must have an entrepreneurial spirit, very responsive, hands-on, and willing to work hard in a fast-paced environment.
· Strong analytical skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £85,000.00-£100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Work from home
Schedule:
Flexitime
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus scheme
Performance bonus
Yearly bonus
Education:
Bachelor's (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
London, W2 6LG (required)
Ability to Relocate:
London, W2 6LG: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, W2 6LG
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