Money Laundering Reporting Officer - UK

Job description： We are seeking an experienced, energetic and pro-active MLRO for UK who plays a leading role in managing control functions in line with FCA guidelines for Payment Service Providers. The role requires the candidate to have experience working within an FCA regulated business in a compliance function. Preferably within a bank or Payment Fintech. Key Responsibilities： 1. Support the company in its growth phase and liaise with external stakeholders for gaining new FCA licences or specific approvals as needed. Maintain and continue to enhance an effective risk-based KYB, and Monitoring Programme, in line with the applicable FCA regulations. 2. Identify and manage compliance risks, ensure that the relevant control environments are operating effectively, key controls are tested and deficiencies are addressed. Review and monitor compliance against the governance frameworks and applicable regulations and report on this to the CEO. 3.Design and produce management information on the company’s control functions for external providers and internal audit reporting 4.Provide support, education and training to the wider team. 5.Be a key point of contact for financial service providers to report on the company’s policies and procedures related to KYC, AML, Transaction Monitoring Framework, SMCR, Financial Crime and Conduct Risk. 6.Keep abreast with FCA requirements and regulatory changes to ensure the business is keptsafe and compliant. 7.Be an all-around compliance advisor to assist in the company’s ambitious growth plans. 8.Establish effective relationships and provide trusted, pragmatic and pro-active compliance support to all areas of the UK business. 9.Support the business in achieving its strategic objectives while demonstrating business values and promoting a culture of accountability. 10. Support business in identification, management and resolution of incidents as and when required. 11. Identify and escalate any instances of regulatory breaches via appropriate governance. Skills & Qualifications: 1. Bachelor’s degree or similar degree in Finance (required). 2. 3+ years experience in an FCA regulated financial service provider (required)- preferably within FinTech. 3. Have in-depth knowledge of the FCA compliance requirements and standards. 4. Be effective in using and implementing business tools, systems and controls for analysing and monitoring regulatory risks. 5. Experience in working in a compliance role within the cross-border payment industry. 6. Experience in gaining FCA permissions related to cross-border payment will be of relevance, though not essential. 7. Demonstrate excellent standards of delivery of compliance best practice in a regulated business. 8. Excellent communication skills and excellent attention to detail. 9. Have great analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to identify and solve ambiguous problems. 10. Have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely, with demonstrated experience engaging and influencing senior leadership. 11. Exhibits sound business judgment, proven ability to influence others, and a track record of taking ownership, leading compliance analysis, and influencing results. 12. The ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and solve problems creatively and effectively. 13. Familiarity with Education Industry such as Universities and private schools. 14. Familiarity with managing client due diligence, KYC and on-boarding process.