Recruitment Consultant- Risk, Regulation and Compliance
An exciting opportunity has opened up for an experienced Underwriter to join a dynamic and fast-scaling Electronic Money Institution (EMI) based in Central London. Operating at the forefront of digital payments, this organization is committed to delivering secure, scalable, and compliant payment solutions for a diverse client base. As part of the Risk & Compliance function, youll play a key role in shaping the underwriting strategy, supporting client onboarding, and driving sustainable business growth.
This role is based onsite in London and will involve building and evolving the underwriting framework to support business expansion. Youll lead efforts to assess financial crime risk, creditworthiness, operational robustness, and reputational factors of prospective and existing clients. Collaborating across compliance, sales, onboarding, and operations teams, your goal will be to ensure thorough risk assessment and smooth onboarding processes.
Develop and enhance underwriting policies and procedures aligned with business objectives
Evaluate business models, ownership structures, and financial information to identify risk
Conduct in-depth analysis of financial statements including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow
Identify and escalate financial crime or regulatory concerns
Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure AML, CTF, and regulatory requirements are met
Prepare concise and insightful risk assessments and recommendations for internal stakeholders and committees
Monitor client risk profiles and conduct periodic reviews
Maintain and update relevant policies and procedural documentation
Strong experience in underwriting, onboarding, or risk, ideally in payments, fintech, banking, or EMI environments
Strong understanding of the payments landscape and related risk considerations
Familiarity with UK regulatory requirements (FCA, AML, KYC, etc.)
Proven ability to interpret financials and assess complex business structures
Ability to communicate risk insights clearly and effectively to various stakeholders
Exposure to high-risk sectors
Knowledge of card scheme rules (Visa/Mastercard)
Relevant certifications in compliance or risk (e.g. Employment type Full-time
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