MLRO - FinTech | EMI | Payments Acquiring | London
Location: London | Hybrid
About the Role
A fast-growing FinTech in the payments acquiring space is looking for an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) to take ownership of its Financial Crime function. This Director-level role requires a proven leader with payments acquiring experience, responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and embedding a strong risk culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Financial Crime function within the broader Risk & Compliance team
- Develop, implement, and oversee Financial Crime policies, frameworks, and controls
- Act as the primary liaison with the FCA, law enforcement, and other regulatory bodies, ensuring timely and accurate AML/CTF reporting
- Take full ownership of the AML system, ensuring its effectiveness and compliance with regulatory expectations
- Oversee transaction monitoring, SAR reporting, customer risk assessments, and financial crime investigations
- Provide expert guidance and training on AML/CTF risks and regulatory changes to internal teams and senior leadership
- Monitor regulatory developments and proactively adapt Financial Crime strategies to remain compliant
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in an MLRO role within a FinTech, payments, or EMI environment
- Mandatory experience in payments acquiring and a strong understanding of financial crime risks in the sector
- Extensive knowledge of UK AML/CTF regulations, FCA requirements, sanctions, and fraud prevention
- Hands-on experience with Financial Crime systems and transaction monitoring tools
- Strong leadership skills with a track record of reporting at Board level and engaging with regulators
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and implement practical solutions
Why Join Us?
- High-impact role in a rapidly growing FinTech
- Director-level position with strategic influence
- Autonomy to shape and lead the Financial Crime function
- Fast-paced, innovative environment in the payments acquiring sector
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InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.