Hybrid Head of Compliance, MLRO

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About the role

  • Lead compliance and AML efforts at Onafriq, a fintech company, overseeing FCA regulations. Act as MLRO ensuring robust compliance culture while supporting UK business growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of the firm’s compliance framework
  • Ensure compliance with: Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Payment Services Regulations 2017, FCA Handbook (including SYSC, PRIN, DISP), Consumer Duty
  • Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business
  • Provide guidance to senior management, the Group and the local Board on regulatory matters
  • Oversee regulatory reporting and ensure timely submissions to the FCA
  • Act as the firm’s Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
  • Maintain and enhance the firm’s AML/CTF framework
  • Manage Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) submissions to the UK National Crime Agency (NCA)
  • Conduct ongoing financial crime risk assessments
  • Oversee transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and customer due diligence processes
  • Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures

Requirements

  • 8-10 years of experience in compliance, risk or financial crime role within regulated financial institutions
  • Deep knowledge of UK financial regulation
  • Significant experience working with FCA-regulated firms
  • Prior experience acting as MLRO or Deputy MLRO
  • Strong knowledge of: FCA Handbook, Money Laundering regulations, Payment Services regulations, Electronic Money regulations
  • Strong numerical & analytical skills
  • Deep understanding of global financial products, markets & regulations attention to detail
  • Experience interacting directly with regulators
  • Extensive experience with regulatory interpretation and implementation
  • Strong verbal & written communication skills
  • Self-motivated and ability to work independently
  • Experience working in emerging markets and on multiple continents, including Africa, a plus.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package and bonuses
  • Flexible working and unlimited leave policy
  • Various initiatives aimed at ensuring overall well-being

Job title

Head of Compliance, MLRO

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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