Senior Compliance Manager (SMF16/17 Designate)
UK Remote

A fast-growing, technology-led financial services business operating across insurance and fintech is hiring a Senior Compliance Manager to lead its UK Compliance and Financial Crime function. Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, this is a dual-hatted role — you'll be put forward for FCA approval as both SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO) and act as the firm's primary FCA contact.

The role
  • Own and scale the Compliance and AML/CTF frameworks, including monitoring, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting.
  • Act as MLRO — SARs and NCA reporting, sanctions screening, and the annual MLRO report.
  • Lead Consumer Duty governance and outcomes monitoring.
  • Support product launches and market expansion from a regulatory perspective, reporting to the Board and senior leadership.
About you
  • 8+ years in Compliance, Financial Crime, Risk, or Legal within UK insurance, insurtech, or wider financial services.
  • Operating at or near SMF level, ready to hold both functions and pass the FCA's Fit and Proper assessment.
  • Hands-on AML/CTF experience, including SAR decision-making, at a level supporting MLRO appointment.
  • A pragmatic, commercial operator who builds proportionate frameworks in high-growth environments.