Head of Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)- UK
About the Client Our client operates as a retail crypto on/off-ramp, providing users in over 180 countries with the ability to buy, sell, and swap cryptocurrencies. The platform integrates various payment methods, including credit/debit cards, bank transfers, PayPal, and Apple Pay, supporting conversions across more than 65 currencies. It caters to retail users looking for an easy entry into the crypto market by offering a custodial wallet and straightforward fiat-to-crypto and crypto-to-fiat exchanges. Role Overview Join a fully remote team as a Money Laundering Reporting Officer, where you will have the opportunity to shape and maintain the compliance framework for the UK's dynamic crypto environment. This is a high-impact role that involves direct engagement with FCA supervisors and a chance to advise senior leadership on regulatory obligations. You'll have the chance to work with a team that values transparency and collaboration while playing a pivotal role in developing the firm's compliance strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain and develop the firm's UK compliance framework, policies, and monitoring programme. Act as the primary contact for FCA supervisory engagement, including responses to regulatory requests and inspections. Oversee compliance with FCA rules applicable to cryptoasset and payment services activities. Support future FCA authorisation, EMI authorisation, or payment institution registration processes. Advise senior management and the Board on regulatory developments and obligations. Own and operate the firm's AML/CTF and sanctions framework in line with UK regulatory requirements. Oversee the implementation and ongoing compliance with the UK Travel Rule.
Requirements
Prior experience holding both SMF16 and SMF17 (or directly equivalent) functions within an FCA-regulated firm. Demonstrable experience engaging directly with FCA supervisors—regulatory correspondence, inspections, remediation programmes, or thematic reviews. Strong technical knowledge of UK AML/CTF legislation, the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (as amended), and sanctions frameworks. UK residency (required for regulatory purposes). Languages: English Experience in fintech Key Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills High level of integrity and ethical standards Ability to work independently and in a team Attention to detail
What We Offer
Competitive salary aligned with experience Collaborative and transparent team culture High-impact role in a scaling fintech company Recognition of personal milestones and achievements Social benefits