Job Description
Role Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive
Compliance Officer
to join a fast-growing global
fintech company specializing in trading and financial technology solutions. Based in the UK, this
role will play a key part in ensuring the firm operates in full compliance with UK regulatory
requirements while supporting the continued expansion of a global trading business. The
successful candidate will work closely with senior management, operations, and client-facing
teams to maintain strong compliance and governance frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the firm’s compliance
framework in line with FCA requirements
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on business operations and
policies
• Ensure adherence to AML, KYC, CDD, and financial crime prevention regulations
• Conduct client due diligence reviews and ongoing monitoring activities
• Act as a point of contact for regulatory queries and internal compliance matters
• Assist with regulatory reporting, audits, and internal reviews
• Review and approve client onboarding documentation and account activity
• Support compliance training and awareness programs across the organization
• Investigate potential breaches and support remediation actions
• Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 2-3 years of experience in a compliance role within fintech, trading, brokerage, or
financial services
• Strong knowledge of UK regulatory requirements, including FCA rules
• Solid understanding of AML, KYC, CDD, and financial crime frameworks
• Experience working with trading platforms or financial products is an advantage
• Held previous compliance functions and ready to be SMF16/17
Skills and Competencies
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• High ethical standards and sound professional judgment
• Proficient in compliance monitoring tools and documentation system
