At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead UK compliance and AML/CTF frameworks for a dynamic crypto company.
- Company: Join a profitable, regulated crypto on-ramp with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonus, and fully remote work.
- Other info: Build the compliance framework from scratch in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Take full ownership of compliance from day one and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in UK compliance, FCA-approvable for SMF16 and SMF17.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Two named FCA functions. One hire. Full ownership from day one. We're working with a regulated, profitable crypto on-ramp on a critical UK hire. They're pursuing dual FCA authorisation - cryptoasset registration under MLR 2017 and EMI authorisation and they need the person who's going to make it happen, then own it permanently. This isn't a figurehead MLRO role. SMF16 and SMF17 sit with you. You build the UK compliance framework from scratch - no inherited mess, no committee to water down your decisions. You file the SARs, you engage the FCA directly, you report to the Board. The authority matches the accountability.
What you'll own:
- The full UK AML/CTF and sanctions framework.
- SAR filing with the NCA including consent SARs and moratorium management.
- The Compliance Monitoring Programme.
- Board reporting.
- The FCA registration and EMI authorisation workstreams.
- Everything UK compliance - yours to build and yours to run.
What you'll need:
- Currently FCA‑approvable for both SMF16 and SMF17.
- 5+ years in UK compliance or financial crime at an FCA‑regulated entity.
- Direct personal SAR filing experience with the NCA - non‑negotiable.
- Solid knowledge of POCA 2002, MLR 2017, FCA FCG, JMLSG, OFSI.
- Crypto or VASP exposure is essential; traditional banking‑only backgrounds won't be considered.
- Fully remote across the UK.
- Competitive salary.
- Performance bonus.
If you want to actually own a function rather than manage someone else's framework, let's talk.
UK MLRO and Head of Compliance in London employer: Broadgate Search
Join a forward-thinking crypto on-ramp that empowers you to take full ownership of the UK compliance framework from day one. With a fully remote working environment, competitive salary, and performance bonuses, this role offers not just a job but a chance to shape the future of compliance in the rapidly evolving crypto space. Experience unparalleled growth opportunities as you engage directly with the FCA and lead critical initiatives in a supportive and innovative culture.
