Head of Compliance

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

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