Group Head of Compliance

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.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) policies, and act as the Group’s MLRO.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations for Plum’s products throughout their lifecycle by working closely with the business to meet the regulatory standards.
• 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:

• 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 💷
• Private health insurance.
• Annual training budget.
• 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 maternity pay.
• Team trip to secret destinations once a year ✈️
• A vibe that’s 🦄🌈💯

If you think this sounds like a bit of you then don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Thanks,

Plum Τeam 💜

*Plum is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Plum does not discriminate on the basis of 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.