Job DescriptionFinancial House, a trusted provider of financial services, offers merchant acquiring and card-issuing solutions. Our products are multi-currency, comprehensive solutions that are swift, efficient, and adhere to global security standards. As a Principal member of MasterCard, Visa, and UnionPay, our advanced API provides seamless integration with essential payment systems like SEPA, Faster Payments, BACS, CHAPS, and SWIFT. Proudly, we were recognised as one of Europe's 1,000 fastest-growing companies by the Financial Times and Statista in 2022.
We are looking for an experienced Head of Compliance & MLRO to join our fantastic team!
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the compliance function, ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
- Act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and manage all aspects of anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.
- Provide expert advice on regulatory requirements and best practices related to card schemes and various financial products such as IBANs, issuing, and acquiring.
- Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and implement appropriate controls.
- Oversee and manage regulatory reporting requirements.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, particularly the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), and ensure timely and accurate submission of reports and documentation.
- Conduct internal audits and reviews to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
- Stay up-to-date with industry developments and regulatory changes, and proactively update the company's compliance framework.
- Train and educate staff on compliance-related matters and promote a culture of compliance across the organization.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in compliance within the financial services industry, with a focus on card schemes.
- Strong understanding of IBANs, issuing, and acquiring products.
- Proven experience as a Head of Compliance or MLRO in a similar organization.
- Extensive experience with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulations and requirements.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong leadership and management abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with financial technology (FinTech) companies.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements in the payments industry.
- ICA Qualified