Job Title
Head of Compliance & Operations
Location
United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Salary
100,000 – 130,000 + Equity
The Role
This is a high‑impact, leadership position responsible for guiding the business from startup phase to a fully regulated UK entity.
The successful candidate will take ownership of the FCA authorisation process, acting as the primary point of contact with the regulator, while designing and implementing a best‑in‑class compliance and operational framework.
This role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on execution, making it ideal for someone who thrives in fast‑paced, build‑from‑scratch environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the end‑to‑end FCA authorisation process, including application and regulatory engagement
* Build and implement a robust compliance and risk framework
* Establish governance structures and internal controls aligned with regulatory expectations
* Design and scale operational processes to support a regulated business
* Oversee regulatory reporting, audits, and compliance monitoring
* Partner with product and engineering teams to embed compliance into product design
* Support leadership and investors with regulatory and risk insights
Requirements
* Proven experience leading or supporting FCA authorisation in the UK
* Strong understanding of UK regulatory frameworks and compliance standards
* Background in compliance, risk, or operations within a regulated industry (e.g. fintech, AI, SaaS)
* Experience building compliance frameworks from the ground up
* Deep knowledge of GDPR, data protection, and operational risk
* Ability to operate both strategically and hands‑on
Preferred Experience
* Experience in early‑stage or high‑growth environments
* Exposure to AI or data‑driven products in regulated settingsTrack record of successful regulatory approvals
* Familiarity with UK and EU regulatory landscapes
Why Apply
* Opportunity to shape the regulatory foundation of a growing AI company
* High ownership and direct impact on business trajectory
* Close collaboration with leadership and key stakeholders
* Equity participation in an early‑stage business
This is a unique opportunity for a compliance leader to build and scale a regulated function from the ground up within an innovative AI‑driven environment.
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