MLRO/Compliance Manager (Remittance) -£45,000 - £60,000 – London (Hybrid)

Are you an experienced compliance professional with a strong track record in AML/CTF and payments regulation? Have you led licence applications and built trusted relationships with regulators in a fast-moving fintech or remittance setting?

We are a growing fintech in the remittance space. We are now looking for an MLRO / Compliance Manager to join our London-based team in a hybrid role.

The role

This is a key appointment within the business. You will work closely with senior leadership and take the lead on regulatory engagement and licensing activity.

As MLRO / Compliance Manager, you will help secure and maintain regulatory approvals while strengthening the compliance framework as the business grows. This role offers the chance to make a clear impact in a scaling business and build your profile in a senior compliance position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead licence applications from start to finish
• Act as the main contact for regulators, including meetings, queries and follow-up actions
• Develop, review and maintain AML/CTF policies and wider compliance frameworks
• Provide practical compliance advice across product, operations and leadership teams
• Support audits, regulatory reviews and ongoing reporting requirements
• Track regulatory changes and make sure the business remains compliant

About our company

We are a fast-growing remittance business with ambitious plans and a strong focus on doing things properly. Our team is building a business that combines growth, sound governance and a clear commitment to regulatory standards.

You will join at an exciting stage, with the chance to work closely with decision-makers and help shape how compliance supports the wider business.

The Benefits

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and business decisions
• A central role in regulatory strategy and business growth
• Clear opportunity to progress into a Deputy MLRO or MLRO position
• The chance to join a growing fintech with real momentum

The person

You will bring strong technical knowledge, sound judgement and the confidence to work with both regulators and senior stakeholders.

We are looking for someone with:

• 5+ years’ compliance experience within fintech, payments or remittance
• Hands-on experience leading licence applications
• Proven experience dealing directly with regulators
• Strong knowledge of AML/CTF and payments regulation
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, scaling environment

It would also be helpful if you have:

• Experience in a start-up or high-growth fintech
• Exposure to cross-border payments or remittance
• Previous MLRO or Deputy MLRO experience

What’s next

If you are ready to take on a visible and influential compliance role in a growing remittance business, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Contact information

Aiden Wilkinson