UK Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)

Who We Are

Cross River builds the infrastructure behind the world’s most innovative financial products. Our technology and capital solutions power payments, cards, lending, and digital asset capabilities that move money safely, instantly, and inclusively — trusted by leading fintechs, enterprises, and disruptors across the globe.

Our mission is simple: to build the financial infrastructure that expands access and opportunity for all. Guided by a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and purpose, Cross River has been named one of American Banker’s Best Places to Work in Fintech year after year. Whether you’re designing code, solving regulatory puzzles, or developing strategy, you’ll join a team where innovation and integrity drive everything we do — and where your work helps shape the future of finance.

What We're Looking For

This position is an FCA-designated MLRO for our entity based in the UK. The person in this role will be responsible for AML/CTF program implementation, SAR filings, transaction monitoring oversight, and regulatory interface on financial crime matters.

Responsibilities:

- Serve as FCA-approved MLRO under SM&CR (SMF17 function)

- Own UK AML/CTF compliance program (policies, procedures, controls)

- File Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to NCA

- Oversee transaction monitoring and sanctions screening operations

- Coordinate with IDT Finance on cross-border AML matters

- Manage customer risk assessments (KYB/KYCC for fintech clients)

- Conduct AML training for UK staff

- Interface with FCA on AML supervisory matters

- Manage UK SAR regime and consent processes

- Internal investigations for potential money laundering/terrorist financing

- Annual AML risk assessment and board reporting

- Maintain relationship with Joint Money Laundering Taskforce (JMLIT)

Qualifications:

- 8+ years of UK AML/financial crime experience

- FCA MLRO approval or prior SM&CR approved person status

- CAMS or ICA MLRO Diploma required

- Deep understanding of UK Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (amended)

- SAR filing expertise (NCA SARs Online system)

- Experience with UK sanctions regime (OFSI)

- Payments/fintech/banking background

- Prior MLRO or Deputy MLRO role

- Understanding of BIN sponsorship AML requirements

- Experience with FCA skilled person reviews (S166)

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Salary Range: £90,000.00 - £125,000.00

Cross River is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cross River does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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