Head of Compliance & Financial Crime
Fintech
Location: London
£100,000 – £130,000 + equity + Bonus
We are partnering with a fast-growing, technology-led financial services firm operating at the forefront of digital assets, investments, and innovative financial structures. Backed by senior industry professionals and experiencing strong growth, the business is building out its UK presence and compliance leadership.
This is a Head of Compliance & Financial Crime role with real ownership, influence, and visibility. You will play a key role in shaping the compliance and financial crime framework for a business operating in a highly regulated and evolving environment.
Importantly, you do not need to have previously held a Head of Compliance title. If you are currently operating at a senior compliance level and have strong experience in digital assets, funds, or MIFID investment-related businesses, this represents an excellent step-up opportunity.
The Role
- Lead and develop the UK compliance and financial crime framework in line with regulatory expectations.
- Take ownership of UK regulatory authorisation processes, including preparation and submission of applications and supporting documentation
- Act as the primary point of contact for the FCA, managing ongoing regulatory engagement, correspondence, and follow-up queries
- Oversee AML, CTF, KYC, onboarding, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting
- Engage with UK regulators and ensure ongoing regulatory obligations are met
- Contribute to policy design, governance, training, and risk management initiatives
- Be part of a growing, high-performing compliance function, reporting into a Global Head of Compliance
About You
- Strong compliance and financial crime experience within virtual assets, funds, investments, fintech, or other regulated financial services environments
- Hands-on experience with FCA authorisations and regulatory interactions
- Solid understanding of UK regulatory expectations and financial crime controls
- Experience operating in fast-paced or scaling businesses
- Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and business leaders
- Ambition to step into, or further establish yourself in, a Head of Compliance role
Key Requirements
- London-based
- 4 days per week in the office
- experience in digital assets and MIFID investments
Why Apply
- Opportunity to be part of a genuinely growing business
- Exposure to new and evolving regulatory frameworks
- High-impact role with strong visibility and development potential
- Collaborative, dynamic team environment with experienced leadership
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