Current jobs related to Head of Compliance - London Area - CRS

  • Head of Risk

    5 days ago

    London, United Kingdom AJ Fox Compliance Full time

    We are working with a fantastic, fast-growing independent UK law firm to hire a Head of Risk & Compliance to join their team in London. This position will be responsible for the firm’s compliance and risk management frameworks. There will also be the opportunityto take on the titles of COLP, COFA, and MLRO. Key roles and responsibilities will include: -...

  • Head of Compliance

    1 week ago

    London Area, United Kingdom Dnevo Partners Ltd Full time

    Our client, a London-based Commercial bank is seeking to hire a Head of Compliance. This role comes with a competitive salary and bonus plus great benefits!Role scope:Define, implement, and maintain effective compliance, regulatory reporting and conduct policies, procedures, monitoring controls and governance to ensure compliance with all applicable legal...

  • Head of Compliance

    6 days ago

    London Area, United Kingdom Dnevo Partners Ltd Full time

    Our client, a London-based Commercial bank is seeking to hire a Head of Compliance. This role comes with a competitive salary and bonus plus great benefits!Role scope:Define, implement, and maintain effective compliance, regulatory reporting and conduct policies, procedures, monitoring controls and governance to ensure compliance with all applicable legal...

  • Head of Compliance

    6 days ago

    London Area, United Kingdom Dnevo Partners Ltd Full time

    Our client, a London-based Commercial bank is seeking to hire a Head of Compliance. This role comes with a competitive salary and bonus plus great benefits! Role scope: Define, implement, and maintain effective compliance, regulatory reporting and conduct policies, procedures, monitoring controls and governance to ensure compliance with all applicable legal...

  • Head of Compliance

    3 days ago

    London Area, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time £130,000 - £150,000 per year

    Head of Compliance – London BranchSalary - £130K - £150KLocation:LondonRole Type:Full-time, Senior Leadership PositionOur client is seeking an experiencedHead of Complianceto lead, develop and embed the compliance framework within the London Branch. This is a senior role responsible for ensuring the Branch meets all UK regulatory and legal requirements,...

  • Head of Compliance

    3 days ago

    London Area, United Kingdom IPS Group Full time £80,000 - £120,000 per year

    Head of ComplianceLocation:London/HybridDepartment:Risk & ComplianceOverviewA leadingspecialty (re)insurer within the London Insurance marketis seeking aHead of Complianceto lead the design & implementation of its compliance framework.Purpose of the RoleThe Head of Compliance will oversee all compliance activity across the business, ensuring adherence toFCA,...

  • Head of Compliance

    3 days ago

    London Area, United Kingdom Flair for Recruitment Full time £90,000 - £120,000 per year

    We are interested to hear from senior compliance leaders looking for their next step. We are seeking a Head of Compliance to lead the compliance function for a UK insurance firm.The Role:As Head of Compliance, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of the compliance framework.Key Responsibilities:Develop,...

  • Head of Compliance

    4 days ago

    London Area, United Kingdom PRS Full time

    Head of Compliance – Facilities Management (Senior Leadership Role)Location: UK Reports to: Lifecycle & Compliance DirectorTeam Size: 10Sector: Hard FM / Technical ComplianceAre you a senior compliance or engineering professional ready to shape and lead a technical assurance function? We’re recruiting a Head of Compliance to direct the independent...

  • Head of Compliance

    1 week ago

    London Area, United Kingdom Rev & Regs Full time £100,000 - £150,000 per year

    Rev & Regs are recruiting for a Head of Compliance and MLRO position for a dynamic and well-established Payments company in the City of London.Responsibilities:Analyse internal business systems to ensure compliance with industry regulations and ethical standards.Lead and develop the regulatory compliance framework for a regulated EMI business.Design and...

  • Head of Compliance

    20 hours ago

    London Area, United Kingdom Morson Edge (Technology) Full time

    Head of Compliance & Conduct | SMF16 up to £150,000 plus bonus and benefits Hybrid/LondonShape Culture. Influence Strategy. Lead With Impact.Our client a UK challenger bank, is seeking an exceptional Head of Compliance & Conduct to lead their compliance agenda, strengthen conduct culture and act as SMF16. This is a rare opportunity to influence the...

Head of Compliance

2 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom CRS Full time £80,000 - £120,000 per year

Head of Compliance & MLRO

Location – London

Contract – 6-12 months depending on the assignment completion

My client is an innovative fintech with a award winning lending solution distributed through brokers, direct to business & most recently through embedded finance with E-Commerce and Payment platforms

We are now looking to recruit a Head of Compliance / MLRO to lead the firm's regulatory compliance framework, ensuring full adherence to FCA requirements under the UK regulatory regime. The role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an effective Compliance and Financial Crime programme, acting as the firm's primary contact with regulators. A key part of the role is to
lead the FCA licence (authorisation) application process
, ensuring a successful submission and ongoing regulatory approvals.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Governance & FCA Relationship

  • Lead, prepare, and manage the
    FCA authorisation/licence application
    , including drafting regulatory business plans, compliance frameworks, policies, and supporting documentation.
  • Act as the principal point of contact for the FCA, including interactions during authorisation, supervisory visits, and ongoing monitoring.
  • Ensure the firm meets all obligations under the FCA Handbook (e.g., SYSC, SM&CR, COBS, CONC, MLRs, DISP, ICOBS—adjust based on sector).

Compliance Framework & Oversight

  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive compliance monitoring plan.
  • Create, update, and implement policies and procedures aligned with regulatory expectations.
  • Oversee regulatory reporting, SM&CR responsibilities, complaints handling, conduct risk, and operational resilience obligations.
  • Conduct internal compliance reviews and prepare management information for governance committees.

MLRO & Financial Crime Leadership

  • Serve as
    SMF17 (MLRO)
    and
    SMF16 (Compliance Oversight)
    .
  • Oversee AML/CTF framework, including risk assessments, customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening.
  • Manage Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and act as the firm's main liaison with law enforcement and the NCA.
  • Deliver financial crime training across the business.
  • Ensure compliance with the Money Laundering Regulations, JMLSG Guidance, Proceeds of Crime Act, and Sanctions regimes.

Risk Management

  • Maintain and develop the firm's risk management framework, including risk registers and control assessments.
  • Identify emerging regulatory risks and propose mitigation strategies.
  • Support operational risk, data protection, and governance functions as required.

Leadership & Culture

  • Promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation.
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on conduct, compliance, and regulatory expectations.
  • Support the Board and senior management with strategic planning from a regulatory perspective.

Skills & Experience required

  • Experience in fintech / payments / lending / wealth management
  • Proven experience as Head of Compliance, MLRO, Deputy MLRO, or senior compliance manager in a regulated financial services firm.
  • Demonstrated experience
    leading FCA authorisation/licensing applications
    for a financial services business ideally in the payments space – EMI License
  • Strong understanding of FCA rules and the UK regulatory landscape.
  • In-depth knowledge of financial crime regulations, AML/CTF frameworks, and the Money Laundering Regulations.
  • Experience operating under the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SM&CR).
  • Excellent stakeholder-management skills, including interaction with regulators and executive leadership.
  • Exceptional written skills for drafting policies, regulatory business plans, and FCA application documents.