Head of Compliance & MLRO - SMF16 / SMF17

Head of Compliance & MLRO (SMF16 / SMF17) Location: London Salary: Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Permanent We're recruiting on behalf of UK Banking organisation for an experienced Head of Compliance & MLRO to lead the Compliance, Financial Crime and Data Protection functions. This is a senior leadership role reporting to the CEO, with regular engagement with the Board and Risk Committee. You'll be responsible for ensuring the Bank maintains a strong regulatory framework while acting as the approved MLRO (SMF17) and overseeing compliance with UK regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead the Bank's Compliance & Financial Crime framework. Act as the Bank's MLRO (SMF17). Oversee AML/CTF, sanctions, CDD/EDD, transaction monitoring and SAR reporting. Manage the Compliance Monitoring Programme and regulatory horizon scanning. Act as the key contact for the FCA, PRA, NCA and ICO. Provide regulatory advice to senior management and the Board. Oversee UK GDPR compliance and Data Protection governance. Lead, mentor and develop the Compliance team. About You Proven Compliance and Financial Crime experience within a UK Bank, Building Society or regulated financial institution. Current or previous Head of Compliance, Deputy MLRO, MLRO or Senior Compliance Manager. Strong knowledge of FCA, PRA, AML regulations, JMLSG guidance and UK GDPR. Experience engaging with regulators and presenting to senior stakeholders. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: Previous SMF16/SMF17 approval and/or Data Protection Officer experience. Apply ASAP with your latest CV, using the links provided. Head of Compliance / MLRO / Money Laundering Reporting Officer / SMF16 / SMF17 / FCA / PRA / Financial Crime / AML / Compliance Monitoring / DPO / Bank / Banking / Building Society / Risk / Permanent / London