Laundering Reporting Officer - Russian Speaker

Money Laundering Reporting Officer - Russian Speaker

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Our client is a UK-based Electronic Money Institution (EMI) that recently obtained principal membership with Visa and Mastercard and is now launching its acquiring business in the United Kingdom. The company operates in a high-growth segment of the fintech industry, providing secure and compliant payment infrastructure for international merchants, with a particular focus on high‑risk industries.

We are looking for an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) with a strong background in acquiring and deep understanding of the UK regulatory environment. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience working within a regulated EMI and managing AML frameworks for high‑risk merchant portfolios. This is a senior key role responsible for leading AML strategy, ensuring full compliance with UK regulations, and maintaining effective communication with the FCA and card schemes.

• Oversee and continuously improve the company’s AML/CTF and sanctions framework in accordance with UK laws and FCA guidance.
• Act as the main point of contact with regulatory bodies, including the FCA, and card schemes (Visa and Mastercard).
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and controls aligned with card scheme and regulatory standards.
• Supervise KYC, merchant onboarding, and transaction monitoring processes, with a focus on high‑risk verticals (crypto, gambling, FX).
• Ensure timely submission of SARs and other regulatory reports.
• Lead internal AML training and awareness programs for staff.
• Collaborate closely with Compliance, Risk, and Operations teams to ensure a unified compliance culture.
• Support audits, regulatory inspections, and scheme reviews.

• Proven experience as an MLRO, senior AML & Compliance related roles within a UK EMI.
• Strong background in acquiring and experience working directly with Visa and Mastercard as a principal member.
• Experience managing AML frameworks for high‑risk industries (crypto, gambling, FX, adult).
• Deep understanding of UK AML regulations, FCA requirements, and card scheme compliance.
• Residency, citizenship, or permanent right to work in the UK is mandatory.
• Full professional fluency in English and Russian (both written and spoken).

• High integrity and strong ethical standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic yet hands‑on approach to problem‑solving.
• Ability to make sound compliance decisions in complex, high‑risk environments.

• A key leadership role in a licensed UK EMI at an exciting stage of business expansion.
• Opportunity to build and own the AML function for the acquiring division.
• Collaborative international team and supportive leadership.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible hybrid working model.