Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is partnering with a well-established, profitable international payments business to hire a Senior Compliance & Financial Crime Lead (MLRO). This is a critical, high-impact role with ownership of the financial crime framework, regulatory compliance, and support for international growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for all financial crime and compliance matters
• Lead and enhance the AML/CTF framework
• Stay ahead of regulatory developments and advise the business
• Conduct financial crime risk assessments and deliver clear reporting
• Own and evolve the Compliance Monitoring Programme (including transaction monitoring tools)
• Oversee transaction surveillance and reporting, including SARs to the NCA
• Maintain and develop AML policies, procedures, and compliance documentation
• Contribute to the annual MLRO report and enterprise risk assessments
• Deliver training and promote a strong compliance culture
• Support expansion into new jurisdictions

Essential Requirements

• Current or prior MLRO, Deputy MLRO, or Financial Crime Compliance Lead experience
• Registered as a PSD Individual (FCA) or Fit & Proper (HMRC)
• Strong experience in money transfer/remittance or payments/e-money institutions
• Deep understanding of UK & EU AML frameworks, sanctions regimes, and financial crime risk in payments businesses
• Proven ability to translate complex regulation into practical business actions

Working Pattern & Benefits

Hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Location: Hammersmith (5 days in office)
Discretionary annual bonus
25 days holiday + birthday off
Pension (statutory)
Laptop provided

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