Job Description As our Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) you will lead the development, oversight and continual improvement of our financial crime framework for Charles Street. This is a pivotal role, particularly in supporting the Annex 1 authorisation, where we require a highly credible MLRO who can engage confidently with the FCA, demonstrate strong oversight, and evidence an appropriately mature control environment. Following the initial project and authorisation phase, ongoing BAU activity is expected to be proportionate to the size and nature of our business. As such, we are open to part‑time arrangements for an experienced MLRO who can provide high‑quality oversight in a focused time commitment. For candidates seeking a full‑time role, we also welcome applications from individuals interested in contributing more broadly across the group’s risk and governance activities, enabling a wider remit beyond financial crime while maintaining clear accountability for MLRO responsibilities. As our Money Laundering Reporting Officer, we are looking for someone to: Fulfil all statutory responsibilities of the MLRO under UK legislation and regulation, including ownership of financial crime policies, procedures and controls Lead the application process for an Annex 1 authorisation, acting as a senior point of contact with the FCA Oversee day‑to‑day operation of the financial crime framework, including due diligence, customer risk assessment, transaction monitoring and SAR handling Act as the firm’s nominated officer for the investigation and disclosure of suspicious activity to the National Crime Agency (NCA) Conduct and maintain the enterprise‑wide risk assessment (EWRA), ensuring it reflects the business model, regulatory expectations and evolving risk profile Provide senior-level reporting including the annual MLRO Report, Board updates, and escalation of key issues or emerging risks Oversee compliance with Sanctions requirements, PEP management and customer/counterparty exits Manage enhanced due diligence processes for higher‑risk cases and engage with senior stakeholders where required Ensure systems used for screening, fraud monitoring, customer risk scoring and transaction monitoring are appropriately configured, documented and effective