MLRO & Compliance Officer

Preference for Russian Speaking CandidatesThis is a new opportunity with a growing international payments business looking to strengthen its UK Financial Crime & Compliance function.This is a hands-on role for someone who wants more than BAU compliance. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership across AML, financial crime, regulatory change, investigations and FCA-facing activity, while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.The role will cover:* AML/CTF investigations and complex financial crime cases* SARs, NCA reporting and regulatory submissions* CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring and financial crime risk assessments* Developing and improving AML policies, procedures and controls* FCA engagement and regulatory change projects* Board and MLRO reporting* Financial crime governance, testing and training* Supporting the wider compliance strategy as the business scales Particularly sort after experience:* Experience within an EMI, PSP, bank or fintech* Strong knowledge of the UK AML and FCA regulatory environment* Hands-on experience across investigations, SARs, CDD/EDD and TM* Previous Deputy MLRO / MLRO exposure would be highly advantageous* Experience with payments, acquiring, cross-border transactions or crypto is a plus This is a senior-level role with potential growth into a Head position. All conversations will be treated confidentially.