About the role
Vell is a fast-growing fintech company building digital payment and mobile app solutions to make cross-border and everyday financial services simpler, faster and more accessible. Built on strong compliance foundations and scalable technology, Vell is designed for global expansion. Our long-term vision is to evolve beyond remittance into broader financial ecosystem that supports modern, borderless commerce. We are building a company that values ownership, clarity, and high standards. Join us in reshaping the future of financial services.
We are seeking a UK Compliance Officer to oversee regulatory compliance and financial crime controls for our UK operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the company complies with UK financial regulations, particularly in areas related to AML/CTF, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with UK financial regulations applicable to payment and remittance services
- Maintain and update AML/CTF policies and procedures for UK operations
- Monitor regulatory developments and advise management on compliance obligations
- Oversee AML and transaction monitoring frameworks
- Review suspicious activity and ensure appropriate reporting where required
- Act as the primary compliance contact for UK regulatory matters
- Support regulatory submissions, audits, and compliance reviews
- Provide compliance training to staff involved in UK operations
Requirements
- Experience in AML/CTF compliance within fintech, payments, or financial services
- Strong knowledge of UK financial crime regulations
- Experience interacting with financial regulators or supporting regulatory submissions
- Ability to develop and maintain compliance framework
- Experience in payment institutions, EMI, or remittance companies
Skills & technologies
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- High attention to detail and professional integrity
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and apply them operationally
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills