Description:
Our client, a leading player in the FinTech and payments industry, is seeking a skilled and motivated Compliance Analyst to join their growing team in London. This permanent role is ideal for professionals with 1-3 years of experience in compliance within the FinTech or payments sectors, offering the chance to contribute to cutting-edge financial solutions while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitoring and assessing the company’s compliance with UK and international regulations, including FCA guidelines, PSD2, AML, and GDPR.
- Developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and frameworks to mitigate regulatory risks.
- Conducting due diligence and ongoing monitoring of customers and third-party partners.
- Assisting in the preparation and submission of regulatory filings and reports.
- Performing risk assessments and recommending improvements to internal controls.
- Supporting internal and external audits related to compliance activities.
- Providing training and guidance to staff on compliance best practices and updates to regulatory requirements.
- Staying informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks within the FinTech and payments sectors.
- Investigating and reporting suspicious activities, ensuring robust SAR (Suspicious Activity Reporting) processes.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
- 1-3 years of experience in a compliance role within the FinTech, payments, or financial services industry.
- Strong knowledge of relevant regulations and standards (e.g., FCA regulations, PSD2, AML/CFT, GDPR).
- Familiarity with KYC, CDD, and transaction monitoring processes.
- Exceptional analytical skills with high attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in using compliance tools and software.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.