At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead regulatory affairs, build relationships with regulators, and ensure compliance across the business.
- Company: Revolut, a fintech powerhouse on a mission to empower customers with their money.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a fast-paced environment with a focus on innovation and compliance.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of financial services in the UK.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in regulatory affairs, strong communication skills, and management experience.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
About Revolut
People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products — including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more — help our 75+ million customers get more from their money every day.
About The Role
The Regulatory Affairs team builds transparent relationships with regulators to keep Revolut moving forward with confidence. They stay ahead of regulatory change, provide timely responses to enquiries, and work across the business to ensure compliance is always in step with innovation. We’re looking for a Head of Regulatory Affairs to join our UK Bank leadership team. You'll be our primary regulatory liaison, building relationships with regulators, ensuring transparent communication, and leading internal compliance efforts as we continue to scale.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Communicating clearly with regulators and the business, including distilling complex information into smaller, digestible chunks
- Keeping our regulators up to date with new products, initiatives, and other ad hoc updates
- Working with our UK Board and ExCo to ensure regulatory developments are factored into decision making at all times
- Preparing management reports and management information for regulator meetings, internal committees, and the Board
- Delivering training and updates to Product team members and the wider business on regulatory requirements and changes
- Building processes and documentation for the team in a scalable, sustainable way
- Being a champion for conduct and compliance across the business
- Managing team members
What You’ll Need
- 10+ years of experience in regulatory affairs or compliance/risk at a regulated financial services firm, fintech, regulator, etc.
- In-depth knowledge of the regulatory environment in the UK and of the most relevant regulations, both on the prudential and conduct side
- Great interpersonal skills to partner with senior stakeholders (both internally and externally) and be a credible counterparty for regulators
- Self‑motivation, self‑organisation, and focus on high‑quality delivery
- Impeccable written communication skills and an ability to deliver a message succinctly
- The ability to work independently and with changing priorities
- The ability to build solid, mutually respectful relationships with diverse teams and across stakeholders of varying seniorities
- Previous management experience, having led a team in the regulatory affairs space
- Proficiency with tech software to manage work streams
Diversity
Head of Regulatory Affairs (UK Bank) employer: Revolut
Revolut is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and transparency in the financial sector, offering a dynamic work environment where employees can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide ample opportunities for professional development and encourage collaboration across diverse teams. Located in the heart of the UK, our culture promotes flexibility and inclusivity, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in regulatory affairs.
