Job Description

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.

Capital.com is looking for an experienced compliance leader to hold two Senior Manager Functions for our UK entity: Head of Compliance (SMF16) and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (SMF17). The role reports to the Group Chief Compliance Officer, has direct and unrestricted access to the UK Board and carries overall responsibility for the effectiveness of the UK compliance and financial crime frameworks.

You will lead an effective and independent second line Compliance function, serve as the firm's principal point of contact with the FCA and UK law enforcement and advise the UK Board, Board Committees, Executive Committee and senior management on regulatory risk, financial crime, conduct and customer outcomes. This is a senior, high visibility role for an experienced compliance leader who can combine independent judgement and constructive challenge with commercially pragmatic advice.

As Head of Compliance (SMF16)

As Money Laundering Reporting Officer (SMF17)

Requirements

• Current or recent approval as SMF16 and/or SMF17 (or directly equivalent Senior Manager Function experience) at an FCA-regulated firm.
• Significant experience leading a Compliance function within an FCA regulated investment firm, ideally involving retail investment services, CFDs, spread betting, brokerage or another trading environment. Experience in fintech, payments or electronic money would also be advantageous.
• In depth knowledge of the UK regulatory framework, including FSMA, the FCA Handbook, SMCR, Consumer Duty, UK MAR, MiFIR, EMIR, the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, POCA, the Terrorism Act, the UK sanctions regime and relevant FCA guidance, including SYSC 6.1.1R and the Financial Crime Guide.
• A track record of managing SAR submissions to the NCA and running a firm's sanctions and financial crime programme.
• Demonstrable experience designing, implementing and enhancing Compliance Frameworks, overseeing Financial Crime Frameworks and Business Wide Risk Assessments and preparing Board level Compliance and MLRO reporting.
• Strong understanding of Consumer Duty, retail conduct, product governance, market conduct, transaction reporting, CASS and Operational Resilience requirements.
• Experience developing and overseeing risk based Compliance Monitoring Programmes and driving effective remediation of regulatory issues.
• Proven experience building constructive relationships with the FCA and Boards, including leading supervisory engagement, regulatory reviews, notifications, submissions, applications and other material regulatory correspondence.
• Proven leadership and people management experience, including building, developing and motivating a high performing Compliance team and supporting professional development and succession planning.
• Outstanding written, verbal, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the credibility to provide independent challenge and translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical and commercially proportionate business guidance.

What you will get in return:

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
• Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock. #LI-Hybrid
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.

Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.