Chief Compliance Officer (SMF16 / SMF17)Location: London (Hybrid) Sector: FinTech / Payments / Crypto Type: Permanent Salary: £200,000-£250,000 + Equity + BenefitsThe OpportunityWe are partnering with a high-growth, venture-backed fintech and payments business operating at the forefront of digital assets and next-generation payments infrastructure.With rapid expansion across the UK and international markets, the business is now seeking a Chief Compliance Officer (SMF16 / SMF17) to take full ownership of compliance strategy and regulatory engagement.The RoleThis is a board-facing, SMF-level appointment, where you will lead the compliance function end-to-end, ensuring the business operates within FCA frameworks while enabling continued commercial growth.You will play a critical role in shaping regulatory strategy across both payments and crypto products, building a scalable, forward-thinking compliance environment.Key ResponsibilitiesHold SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO) responsibilitiesLead and evolve the firm's compliance and financial crime frameworksAct as the primary point of contact with the FCA and relevant global regulatorsOversee AML, KYC, sanctions, and transaction monitoring controlsAdvise the Board and executive team on regulatory risk and compliance strategySupport product innovation and market expansion from a regulatory perspectiveBuild and scale a high-performing compliance and financial crime teamWhat We're Looking ForCurrently hold or have previously held SMF16 and/or SMF17 within an FCA-regulated firm (essential)Strong experience within fintech, payments, and/or crypto / digital assetsDeep understanding of FCA regulation, EMI/PI frameworks, and financial crime complianceExperience operating in a high-growth or scaling environmentCommercially minded, with the ability to balance risk, regulation, and growthCredible senior stakeholder engagement experience, including Board-level interactionWhy Join?Senior leadership role with significant influence on business strategyExposure to both regulated payments and crypto ecosystemsOpportunity to build and shape compliance in a scaling businessCompetitive salary, equity participation, and strong benefitsHybrid working model based in LondonApply NowIf you are an experienced SMF16 / SMF17 leader looking to take on a high-impact role within a fast-moving fintech environment, we'd be keen to connect.JBRP1_UKTJ