MLRO — SMF16 & SMF17 | Crypto/EMI | UK Remote | Competitive + Bonus
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. Message us.
