Partner Risk Policy Manager (Fintech)

TL;DR

Partner Risk Policy Manager (Fintech): Defining and owning hirify.global’s Prohibited and Restricted Business Policy to assess partner risk across sensitive categories with an accent on strategic frameworks and regulatory alignment. Focus on translating complex risk landscapes into structured governance and providing guidance on high-stakes partner evaluations.

Location: Must be based in London

Salary: £76,491

Company

hirify.global is a leading global fintech company providing smooth payments and shopping experiences.

What you will do

• Own the Prohibited and Restricted Business Policy and define risk assessment criteria for sensitive partner categories.
• Translate complex risk landscapes into structured frameworks and well-reasoned recommendations.
• Ensure partner evaluation, onboarding, and governance are consistent and aligned with regulatory expectations.
• Act as a key advisor and escalation point, providing clear guidance to stakeholders on risk management.
• Drive governance processes and continuously improve risk management in high-stakes and ambiguous situations.

Requirements

• Experience in compliance policy, partner risk, or restricted-segment governance within regulated financial services.
• Ability to form and defend independent policy positions in complex or ambiguous situations.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with operational precision in writing policies.
• Clear and structured communication skills for engaging technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• High level of ownership and accountability in identifying and addressing gaps.
• English: Proficiency required (CV must be in English)

Nice to have

• Experience with high-risk categories such as healthcare, wellness, or emerging technology.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including FCA, AML, or Consumer Duty.
• Experience contributing to governance forums or risk committees.
• Exposure to partner onboarding or lifecycle management in regulated environments.