Head of Compliance
Posted 1 day 3 hours ago by Barclay Simpson
New Opportunity - Head of Compliance (SMF16/17)
London Hybrid Digital Assets Competitive Salary + Equity
I'm working with an innovative financial infrastructure firm that's reshaping how tokenised assets are structured and accessed. Backed by a team with experience at top-tier institutions, they're seeking a Compliance professional to take on SMF16 and SMF17 responsibilities as they progress through FCA authorisation and the Digital Securities Sandbox (DSS).
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the compliance framework of a high-growth fintech from the ground up.
What's Involved:
️Lead the UK FCA authorisation process
️Drive all DSS-related regulatory engagement
️Build and implement a fit-for-purpose AML/CTF framework
️Own and deliver monitoring, testing, and reporting
️Report directly to the UK CEO and work closely with senior leadership
What They're Looking For:
️ 5-7 years in a regulated Compliance or MLRO role
️Strong experience across UK AML/CTF and MiFID regulation
️Previous FCA engagement and ideally SMF exposure
️Someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments
Why Apply:
️Real ownership of the compliance function
️Competitive salary and generous equity offering
️Work alongside ex-bulge bracket and fintech leaders
️Flexibility, autonomy, and a mission-driven team
me for more information.