Job Title: Global Head of Compliance
Location: Mayfair, London
Sector: Financial Services
Are you a seasoned compliance leader with a global vision and a passion for shaping a culture of excellence in regulatory alignment? Our financial services firm is seeking a dynamic Global Head of Compliance to drive our commitment to meeting the highest regulatory standards while fostering a consultative and commercially savvy compliance framework.
About Us:
We are a forward-thinking financial services firm with operating plans across the UK, Europe, Canada, and Malaysia, dedicated to innovation, trust, and excellence. As we expand our global footprint, we are committed to aligning our policies, practices, and culture with the needs of regulators such as the FCA (UK), FINTRAC (Canada), and the IFSC (Malaysia)—and we need an exceptional leader to guide this mission.
Your Role
As the Global Head of Compliance, you will be responsible for:
- Strategic Compliance and Regulatory Leadership: Design and implement a global compliance strategy that ensures alignment with international regulations, including AML/CTF, Financial Crime, and Fraud prevention standards.
- Regulatory Expertise: Serve as the go-to authority on FCA, FINTRAC, and IFSC compliance requirements, ensuring our operations meet and exceed these standards.
- Cultural Stewardship: Foster a compliance culture that empowers colleagues and builds trust with clients through a helpful, consultative approach.
- Risk Management: Develop frameworks to identify, prevent, and mitigate financial crime and fraud risks across all jurisdictions.
- Collaborative Partnership: Work closely with senior leadership, operational teams and partner / regulator counterparts to ensure compliance is seamlessly integrated into business decisions and growth strategies.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a proven leader with:
- Large Scale Experience: 15+ years in senior executive compliance roles, with hands-on experience across the UK, Europe, Asia, and Canada. You will probably have a career built with big international banks, scaled Fintech / Electronic Money / Payment Institutions and global card schemes such as VISA, Mastercard, Union Pay, AMEX.
- Regulatory Mastery: Deep knowledge of AML/CTF, financial crime prevention, and fraud mitigation in global financial services.
- Commercial Acumen: A clear understanding of how compliance supports business growth and client trust.
- Leadership Excellence: A track record of fostering strong teams and a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
- Global Perspective: The ability to navigate diverse regulatory environments and work effectively across cultures and regions.
Why Join Us?
- Lead a global compliance strategy at the intersection of innovation and regulation.
- Influence the future of financial services by building trust and transparency.
- Collaborate with an ambitious and supportive leadership team.
- Enjoy a flexible, global working environment that values your expertise and vision.
What’s In It for You?
- Growth Opportunities: As our company expands, so do your opportunities! You’ll have a chance to grow your career in a cutting-edge industry.
- Exciting Fintech Atmosphere: Work alongside passionate innovators, breaking new ground in private banking-style services.
- Impactful Role: Be part of a team that values your input and contributions, directly impacting our clients’ experience.
If you’re detail-oriented, motivated, and excited to join a fintech revolution, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply Today
If you’re ready to shape the future of global compliance and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as we build a culture of excellence, innovation, and trust.
