Jobs, fresher vacancy - Money Laundering Reporting Officer • UK

Company: FasterPay

UK

As a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), you will lead FasterPay’s financial crime compliance framework, acting as the nominated officer and main liaison with regulators and authorities. You will oversee suspicious activity reporting, AML/CTF and sanctions controls, and risk assessments while providing assurance to the Board and promoting a strong culture of compliance across the organization.What You Will DoAct as the Company’s nominated officer in accordance with POCA, the Terrorism Act, the MLRs, and relevant FCA requirements.Lead the receipt, review, and submission of SARs to the NCA.Oversee FasterPay’s AML/CTF and sanctions framework, ensuring policies and procedures remain effective and up to date.Maintain and develop the Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA) across clients, products, and jurisdictions.Provide regular reports and assurance to the Board on financial crime risks and controls.Supervise transaction monitoring, sanctions/PEP screening, and financial crime investigations.Deliver AML/CTF training and promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.Manage AML/compliance staff in the second line of defense, supporting their professional growth.Act as the main point of contact with the FCA, NCA, auditors, and other authorities.Skills & Competencies RequiredStrong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to assess complex risks and regulations.Exceptional integrity, with the judgment to make independent decisions under pressure.Clear communicator, able to explain regulatory requirements at all levels of the business.Confident leader, capable of influencing senior stakeholders and driving compliance culture.Organized, proactive, and able to balance commercial and regulatory priorities.Who Should ApplyBachelor’s degree or higher in Law, Finance, Business, or related fields.Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in AML/CTF, compliance, or financial crime prevention.Prior experience as an MLRO or senior AML/Compliance manager within financial services or fintech.Recognized compliance qualifications such as ICA Diploma, ACAMS, or equivalent.Strong knowledge of UK AML/CTF legislation, FCA Handbook, JMLSG guidance, and international standards (FATF, Wolfsberg).Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbalFamiliarity with the fintech ecosystem: PSPs, digital wallets, merchant tools, or compliance platformsNo restrictions on business travel.Why Join Us?If you are eager to take your career to the next level in the payment industry, this is the opportunity for you. We offer:Competitive compensation depending on experience and skillsCareer advancement opportunities across a global networkA dynamic, international team environmentExposure to the fintech and gaming industriesOffice-based role in the London office (Great Eastern Street, London) — surrounded by like-minded innovators