Deputy Mlro - London, United Kingdom - Uphold

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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About Optimus Cards UK Ltd.


Optimus Cards UK Ltd is an Electronic Money Institution authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK under the E-money regulations.

We are a Principal member of Mastercard.

Our business is providing white label card solutions to regulated and non-regulated entities and we issue prepaid cards and debit cards on behalf of our clients.

Optimus is a leader in white label solutions, a dynamic, fast-growing, business, and our client base is varied, counting Credit Unions, fintechs, crypto platforms and UK branches of international banks amongst their number


The opportunity


With multiple products and services provided by Optimus Cards, the Deputy MLRO will be responsible for developing a robust Anti-Money Laundering and compliance programme, and continuously assessing Optimus Cards compliance with its regulatory obligations while supporting the business strategic and commercial plans.


Location:


The role is hybrid with flexibility to work from home and our Brighton or London Offices, or such other place as the Company may reasonably require on a temporary or permanent basis.


What you'll be doing:

  • Support the Chief Compliance Officer & MLRO in leading the business AML, Compliance and Regulatory projects.
  • Liaise with Law Enforcement Agencies and regulators.
  • Design, write and implement frameworks, policies, procedures, processes, and systems.
  • Perform risk assessments and operate the business Compliance Monitoring Programme.
  • Design and review AML monitoring policies and procedures.
  • Report and investigate possible instances of money laundering, suspicious activity, or fraud.
  • Provide ongoing and adhoc support on compliance queries (both from internal and external stakeholders).
  • Review Marketing materials to ensure compliance with regulatory and scheme requirements.
  • Keep up to date with all relevant regulatory changes, carrying out gap and business impact analysis.
  • Support the business to understand and address compliance risk.
  • Assist with the identification, evaluation, monitoring and mitigation of operational risks; and proactively suggest improvements.
  • Help Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and develop/implement pragmatic corrective action plans.
  • Devise and deliver relevant training to the business and its partners.
  • Producing compliance reports and KPI's

Required qualifications:


  • Strong knowledge of AML requirements including Economic Sanction laws and regulations.
GDPR.

  • Similar experience in AML role or as a Deputy MLRO in a consumer facing EMI, API or banking
regulated entity, preferably regulated by the FCA.

  • Experience working closely with senior business leaders, and approaching Compliance with a strategic
and commercial mindset.

  • Excellent project management and organisational skills.

Knowledge of card scheme rules is advantageous

Qualifications and education:

  • A recognised AML and Financial Crime related industry qualification is essential.
  • A degree level qualification would be advantageous
*Personal attributes:

  • Strong customer focus ensuring the best possible outcome for the customer and the business.
  • Ability to work accurately to tight deadlines in a demanding environment.
  • Personable, great communicator who has a passion for their work and the people they work with.

What we have to offer you:

  • An amazing work environment in a company that continues to grow, driven by extraordinary and passionate people that keep up innovating and challenging more each day.
  • Growth and career opportunities, and the chance to be proactive and creative.
  • A flexible and enthusiastic work environment that offers you great benefits.
  • Open and transparent culture we get together weekly to share updates, strategic plans and engage with each other informally over food and drinks.
  • Interesting events that keep you connected with the team and celebrate our success.
  • Leading and building on an existing team.

Working Hours:


  • 40 hours per week, with the flexibility to provide service and availability dependent upon the operational needs of the business.

Note:

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed below the job holder is required to perform such other duties as may be assigned by management from time to time.

EEOC Employer

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we celebrate our employees' differences, including race, colour, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and any other protected classes.

Difference makes us stronger and better together.
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