Head of Compliance & MLRO (f/m/d)
UpvestLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted March 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Upvest is a fintech company that empowers businesses to offer a wide range of investment products and provides a user-friendly experience in capital market investment and retirement planning.
Job Description
Upvest is seeking a Head of Compliance & MLRO to lead the development of a robust compliance and AML function in the UK, ensuring regulatory excellence and supporting the company's growth.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in compliance and AML within a UK-regulated investment firm, wealth manager, or brokerage.
- Direct experience holding or being ready to hold SMF 16/17 (Head of Compliance & MLRO) status.
- Proven expertise in the UK wealth/investments landscape, with a deep understanding of FCA rules (COBS, Consumer Duty).
- Significant experience with SIPPs/Pensions is highly desirable.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to scale compliance practices in a high-growth, fast-paced fintech environment.
- Leadership experience in managing stakeholders and building a compliance-focused culture that supports business innovation.
Benefits
- 30 days of annual leave
- Sports benefits
- Confidential professional coaching
- Flexible work environment
- Personal development budget
- Above-market salary
- Participation in employee equity program
- Company-wide events
- Employee Resources Groups
