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Interim Head of Compliance and MLRO
Interim Head of Compliance and MLRO
London | 4–5 days in office | Contract
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Compliance professional to join a high-growth, innovative financial services business operating at the forefront of digital and alternative assets.
This role will play a critical part in supporting UK regulatory build-out, including leading regulatory engagement and designing a robust compliance framework within a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead regulatory engagement, including managing interactions with the FCA and Bank of England
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Drive and support regulatory authorisation processes, including MiFID permissions
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Play a key role in participation within the Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS), including application processes
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Design, implement and maintain the firm’s compliance and AML/CTF framework
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Act as MLRO, overseeing financial crime controls including KYC, onboarding, monitoring and reporting
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Ensure ongoing compliance with UK regulatory obligations and reporting requirements
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Develop and maintain policies and procedures aligned to UK regulations
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Deliver compliance training and promote a strong risk and compliance culture
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Prepare and present management and board-level reporting
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Oversee compliance monitoring, testing and remediation activities
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Support business continuity and operational resilience frameworks
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Manage third-party onboarding and associated compliance risks
Skills & Experience
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5–7+ years’ experience within a regulated financial services firm in a senior Compliance or MLRO role
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Strong knowledge of UK regulatory requirements including AML/CTF frameworks
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Experience across KYC, onboarding, risk assessments, transaction monitoring and suspicious activity reporting
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Prior experience engaging directly with regulators (FCA and/or Bank of England)
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Experience supporting or leading regulatory authorisation processes (MiFID experience advantageous)
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Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
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Ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, evolving environment
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Previous SMF approval desirable but not essential
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Interest or experience in innovative financial products or emerging asset classes is advantageous
The Opportunity
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Join a forward-thinking, high-growth business at the cutting edge of financial innovation
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Work directly with senior leadership and influence strategic direction
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Play a key role in building and shaping the UK compliance framework from the ground up
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Exposure to innovative regulatory environments and new asset classes
Additional Details
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Contract role
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London-based
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4–5 days per week in the office
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Day rate / package dependent on experience
Barclay Simpson – the trusted name in Compliance recruitment: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/specialisms/compliance-jobs/
An official job listing by Barclay Simpson: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/job/interim-head-of-compliance-and-mlro/
We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.
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