Group Head of Compliance and Risk

At Plum, we're on a mission to maximise wealth for all. We’re making saving money effortless and turning investing into something everyone can do. Our journey began back in 2017, when we became one of the first to use artificial intelligence and automation to simplify personal finance. Fast forward to today, and we've already helped people save £2 billion across 10 European markets.

Named the UK's fastest-growing fintech in the Deloitte Technology Fast 50, our success is down to the passion and dedication of our diverse team. Based in our London, Athens and Nicosia offices, 170 talented people work together to empower people to do more with their money. And now, the team is growing!

The Team and the Role

We are looking for a pro-active, highly motivated and ambitious individual to lead and develop our Compliance and Risk team as the Group Head of Risk & Compliance. In this role you will assume  full responsibility for the group’s compliance and risk activities for our UK and EU entities. Your main responsibilities will include, managing the compliance and risk teams of the company,  developing and implementing the group’s risk and compliance framework, fostering a strong risk and compliance culture across the organisation and communicating and liaising between different teams within the company and regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead our Compliance and Risk function currently based in both the UK and Cyprus, ensuring they support business solutions and innovation.
• Develop the group’s policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with the relevant laws.

• Develop and oversee the implementation of the firm's compliance monitoring program and risk assessment, evaluating the sufficiency and efficiency of compliance measures and controls. s
• Provide guidance, advice, and training to the teams to improve the understanding of the regulatory requirements and relevant laws.
• Lead and oversee the engagement with the FCA and other regulators in connection with regulatory matters and regulatory applications.
• Lead efforts related to compliance and financial crime requests required by our partners on an occurring basis
• Monitor regulatory changes, amendments, trends or any other developments that may impact our operations and update internal records accordingly
• Prepare and present risk and compliance reports to the Board and advise them on strategic direction on risk and compliance matters.

Ideally you:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in law, economics, business, or a related field. MBA or Master’s degree in Law/European Banking/Payments Regulation, or in related fields will be considered as strong plus
• Possess extensive experience in a senior risk and compliance role within the financial services industry. Relevant sectors include: Payments, Banking, Investment Services
• Are highly skilled in Risk Management 
• Have previous experience working in partnership across various business functions
• Are knowledgeable of FCA and EU regulations related to regulatory compliance and financial crime regulation (AML/TF, fraud, ABC), including GDPR and investment services regulation
• Professional certification in compliance (such as CISI or similar)  
• Proven leadership capabilities, adept at guiding and fostering a top-tier team.

• Are strongly analytical, with great organisation and communication skills and attention to detail.

Plum’s Perks

• We're all in this together! Own part of the company through stock options 💷
• Annual training budget
• Private Health Insurance with Aviva
• Pension Plan with NEST
• Flexible approach to remote working, though we encourage at least 2-3 days a week in our beautiful office in central London for optimal collaboration
• Team breakfast on Tuesdays and team lunch on Thursdays in the office, as well as a plentiful supply of fruit, snacks and coffee
• Free Plum Premium subscription (normally £9.99 a month)
• 2 weeks paid sabbatical after four years of service
• 25 days holiday a year, excluding bank holidays (33 in total)
• 45 days work from anywhere
• Employee referral scheme up to £4000
• 1 day paid leave for volunteering, supporting you giving back to society
• Enhanced parental leave
• Team trip to secret destinations once a year ✈️
• A vibe that’s 🦄🌈💯

If you think this sounds like you, don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Thanks,

Plum Τeam 💜

*Plum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plum does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.