Compliance And Risk Lead (Fintech)

TL;DR

Compliance and Risk Lead (Fintech): Leading the compliance function and managing regulatory obligations for a high-growth platform with an accent on FCA compliance, AML/KYC operations, and risk framework development. Focus on building scalable compliance processes, managing regulatory relationships, and embedding risk considerations into product development.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to London for hybrid work

Company

hirify.global is a fintech and proptech platform building an end-to-end real estate investment offering to make property ownership more accessible globally.

What you will do

• Own the delivery of the compliance monitoring programme, including reviews, testing, and reporting.
• Develop and manage a high-performing compliance and risk team as the business scales.
• Maintain and update compliance policies, procedures, and controls in line with evolving regulations.
• Support the MLRO with day-to-day AML and financial crime operations, including transaction monitoring.
• Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to review new features for compliance implications.
• Assist with the preparation of board and senior leadership compliance and risk reporting.

Requirements

• Solid experience in a compliance role within an FCA-regulated firm.
• Good working knowledge of FCA regulations, including Consumer Duty, AML, and KYC.
• Experience running or supporting a compliance monitoring programme.
• Familiarity with financial crime controls, transaction monitoring, and sanctions screening.
• Practical, solutions-oriented approach to compliance in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice to have

• Experience with property, mortgage, or investment products.
• Exposure to MLRO support or deputy MLRO responsibilities.
• In-house experience at a fast-growing fintech.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive culture with a focus on diversity and accessibility.
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of fintech, proptech, and wealthtech.
• Ownership and leadership responsibility in a scaling business.
• Commitment to equal employment opportunity and professional development.