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About the Role
As an MLRO, you will lead compliance efforts in a fully remote capacity from London. This role is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in an international fintech environment. You will handle a variety of tasks from risk assessment to compliance vendor management, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Conduct risk scoring for merchants based on business models, MCC, geography, and volumes.
- Manage onboarding cycles according to risk tiers.
- Collaborate with compliance vendors, ensuring cross-validation of tool results.
- Oversee KYC processes, including document verification and sanctions list checks.
- Set up and manage transaction monitoring rules and thresholds.
- Develop risk matrices and monitoring processes with regular timelines.
- Report SAR/STR and monitor regulatory changes (FCA, FATF, MiCA).
- Ensure up-to-date internal policies and procedures through regulatory reporting.
- Control cross-departmental regulatory deadlines (e.g., PCI DSS).
- Participate in new product launches from a compliance perspective.
Requirements
- Experience in AML and compliance within a licensed payment company: PSP, EMI, acquirer.
- Hands-on experience with KYC/KYB, sanctions, PEP, transaction monitoring, SAR, EDD.
- Understanding of card schemes and acquiring specifics.
- Knowledge of FCA regulations and the UK regulatory environment.
- Product-oriented mindset: ability to build and execute processes.
- Previously approved by a regulator as an MLRO or Compliance Officer (FCA SMF or equivalent) is a strong advantage.
- Experience with high-risk verticals: gambling, forex, travel is a plus.
- Relevant certifications: ICA, ACAMS are an advantage.
- English C1 language proficiency.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proactive approach with a readiness to delve deeply and take ownership.
- Ability to balance compliance and risk management with business interests.
- Effective cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Willingness to relocate to the UK if required for regulatory statements.
Skills
- AML
- Compliance
- KYC/KYB
- Sanctions
- PEP
- Transaction Monitoring
- SAR
- EDD
- Card Schemes
- Acquiring
- FCA Regulations
- Risk Management
- Communication
- Stakeholder Management
Location
- London
Work Type
- Remote
- Full-time
Experience Level
- MLRO
- Compliance Officer
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
Benefits
- Social benefits
- Recognition of personal milestones and achievements
About the Company
- Our client is a growing EMI and payment company offering global payment infrastructure.
- They provide services such as card acquiring and multi-currency processing, supporting seamless cross-border transactions across 135+ countries.
- Their focus is on maintaining full regulatory compliance, catering to businesses with integrated compliance solutions.