Senior Compliance Manager

About this role

* This is an office based role, you must be able to commute to and work in the City of London as a norm 5 days per week

About us

Archax is an FCA/CNMV-regulated Multi-lateral Trading Facility (MTF) operating a trading and primary platform for professional and institutional clients. Our vision is to develop a truly digital capital market ecosystem that connects traditional market infrastructure with blockchain and DLT technologies.

The role

This is a*high-impact leadership position* with significant exposure to senior management, regulators and strategic business initiatives.

You will act as a trusted adviser across the Company, providing clear and practical regulatory and AML/CTF/Financial Crime guidance, while helping Archax maintain the highest standards of regulatory compliance. You will also lead our Financial Promotions function and provide regulatory leadership across selected strategic and special product initiatives.

This is an opportunity to build a career at the forefront of one of the fastest-evolving sectors in global finance:

· Work at the forefront of regulated digital assets and tokenised capital markets.

· Direct exposure to FCA engagement and international regulatory projects.

· Real influence over business strategy and product development.

· Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where ideas are encouraged.

Regulatory Leadership

· Act as one of the Company’s principal AML/CTF advisers, providing commercially focused compliance guidance across the business requirements and support the continued implementation of AML/KYC/Financial Crime systems and controls.

· Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory questions across the business.

· Advise senior management on key regulatory issues, feeding into the Executive Committee’s (ExCo) strategic decision-making with insights on the global and domestic regulatory landscape.

· Lead engagement with the FCA and other regulatory authorities, ensuring effective communication and compliance.

· Oversee the company’s adherence to regulatory frameworks, particularly with regard to the functioning of the Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF), and ensure a compliance-driven culture throughout the Company.

· Interpret and provide guidance on emerging regulatory issues and trends, ensuring that Archax remains compliant with both existing and upcoming regulations.

· Support international projects, manage regulatory applications, and engage with foreign regulators as necessary to support global expansion.

· Continuously monitor and assess regulatory developments that impact the Company’s operations.

Financial Promotions Leadership

· Lead and manage the Financial Promotions Team, including overseeing team performance and development.

· Oversee regulatory interactions with the FCA specific to financial promotions, ensuring clear communication and compliance.

· Ensure the smooth operation of the s.21 approval service, focusing on client satisfaction and regulatory adherence.

Special Products Management

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define the scope, objectives, and deliverables for special projects.

· Drive project success by ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget, while fostering innovation and enhancing Archax's product offerings.

· Work with senior leadership to continuously assess and reprioritise initiatives in line with Archax’s evolving strategic objectives.

About You

We are looking for an experienced regulatory and AML/CTF/Financial Crime professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness, sound judgement and the ability to influence at all levels.

You should be comfortable engaging with regulators and senior stakeholders and be naturally curious, with an interest in digital assets, tokenisation and financial market innovation.

We are look for individuals who are self-motivated and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-moving environment.

Knowledge and Experience Required

· At least 5-7 years relevant experience, preferably gained in financial services or regulatory environment;

· Knowledge of FCA Regulations and JMLSG Guidance.

· Energetic personality with the drive to effect change and develop relationships across all levels of the Company;

• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organisational skills and following up on agenda items;
• Strong analytical skills including problem solving and solution-orientated thinking;
• Able to use initiative, work unsupervised and comfortable taking responsibility;
• Degree or relevant industry qualifications – desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Company pension scheme;
• Comprehensive private healthcare scheme;
• 25 days holiday, increasing by one day each year up to 30 days;
• Death in Service benefit;
• The chance to be part of an entrepreneurial, exciting, fast-growing, and future thinking company;
• Opportunities to attend events and represent the Archax and its vision;
• Encouragement and support in your personal career development and industry knowledge.

What Archax has to offer

· A chance to work in a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where ideas are encouraged, working at the forefront of regulated digital assets and tokenisation projects.

· Direct exposure and engagement with international regulators and a chance to impact some interesting regulatory projects.

· Real influence over business strategy and product development.

· A competitive salary and benefits package, including private medical insurance, pension, life assurance and access to CPD and professional qualifications, conferences and ongoing career development.

Archax is an equal opportunities employer and places a high value on diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any attribute.

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