Head of Compliance UK

About Unlimit

Founded in 2009, Unlimit is a global fintech company that offers a large portfolio of financial services, including payment processing, banking as a service (BaaS), and an on/off-ramp fiat solution for crypto, DeFi, and GameFi. The company’s mission is to deliver solutions that eliminate financial borders, enabling businesses to operate both locally and internationally with ease across Europe, the UK, LATAM, APAC, India, and Africa. Unlimit has 700 employees across 16 offices and five continents, including London, Singapore, São Paulo, Hong Kong, and Mexico. For further information, please visit: www.unlimit.com.

About the job:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Compliance (UK Region) to lead the compliance function of our FCA licensed and regulated Electronic Money Institution. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in ensuring full and ongoing compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines/requirements issued/set by the FCA and/or other relevant bodies. This role involves designing, implementing, and continuously improving the firm’s compliance framework and internal controls, reflecting regulatory requirements and developments, as well as the best industry practices.

Key Qualifications and Soft Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in compliance function within FCA-regulated firms or similar payments/FinTech environments.
• Proven experience as Head of Compliance or Senior position within a compliance function.
• Familiar with and in-depth understanding of applicable regulations and guidelines including, but not limited to, Electronic Money Regulations (EMRs), Payment Services Regulations (PSRs), FCA Handbook.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to assess regulatory requirements and provide advice to Executive Management and other stakeholders.
• Strong risk-based approach on compliance related matters.
• Strong time management skills and able to meet strict deadlines (both internal and external).
• Professional qualifications, such as ICA, ACAMS or equivalent, are desirable and will be considered as a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance framework in line with applicable regulations and FCA guidelines/requirements.
• Draft, review, and update policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations, and provide relevant analysis and advice to Executive Management and other stakeholders.
• Lead the firm’s compliance monitoring programme and internal audits.
• Maintain the firm’s relationship with the FCA, through regular regulatory reporting (preparation and submission), ad hoc notifications and general communication.
• Act as the firm’s main contact person in relation to queries of regulatory nature from other authorities and/or third parties.
• Liaise with external advisors and auditors as needed.
• Provide guidance and support on firm’s banking/membership (e.g. card schemes) applications as needed.

We offer:

• Attractive monthly salary paid in line with experience;
• Modern workplace based in central London, with free lunch available on selected days;
• A team of top international professionals to work with and learn from;
• Flexible working arrangements, with hybrid working available;

Join Unlimit Team now! Unlimit is an equal opportunity employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.