With the support of the Commercial/ Category Director and/or Senior Category Manager, create and lead the business plan for allocated categories of responsibility to drive strategic & tactical growth of the categories to support the delivery of the budgeted sales and profit target.At STARK, one of Northern Europe's leading building materials distributors, we're strengthening our commercial team and looking for Category Managers who know what it takes to support branches, deliver the right product ranges, and build strong supplier partnerships. If you enjoy getting under the skin of your categories, understand the realities of merchanting, and want to make a real impact, this could be the ideal next move.We offer a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance and 34 days' holiday (including bank holidays). You'll also have clear opportunities to grow your career within a progressive, branch-focused organisation. What you'll be doing Working closely with the Commercial/Category Director and Senior Category Manager, you'll lead the business plan for the plumbing and heating categories - shaping strategy, driving sales and margin, and ensuring branches have all the products needed to do the job.This role is central to how we serve our customers. You'll be the "go-to" expert for P&H, influencing everything from supplier agreements to pricing, promotions, and product range development. We currently have vacancies across a number of categories would love to hear from you. What you'll bring Strong experience in category management or procurement within merchanting, construction products, or a related industry. A proven track record of building ranges that meet customer project needs and deliver budgeted commercial results. Confidence negotiating supplier terms based on facts, insight, and strong commercial judgement. A deep understanding of customer needs, market trends and competitor activity. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn data into clear, actionable plans. The ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Strong communication skills, able to engage stakeholders at every level-including presenting to board and supplier leadership. Determination, ownership, and accountability - always focused on delivering improvements for branches, customers, and suppliers. Good IT literacy across Microsoft applications and database systems. Willingness to support, coach and develop junior team members. Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will: Lead the 2-3-year category strategy, ensuring ranges deliver customer project requirements and meet sales and profit targets. Act as the first point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders on your categories. Negotiate and deliver supplier trading agreements aligned to group goals. Deliver clear reporting and insight on category performance, identifying opportunities to improve pricing, promotions, sales, and ranging. Understand and support STARK's sustainability agenda, including responsible sourcing and category impact on emissions, packaging, and product circularity. Partner with STARK UK functions and local branches-helping them make great commercial decisions. Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams, adapting your approach to maximise collaboration and results. Support broader commercial projects and continuous improvement activities across the business. Role model safe, sustainable working practices.A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK's leading builders' merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber.With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK's largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials.However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry.Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future.If you'd like to build that future with us, check out our careers page or get in touch.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers.We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day.We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day.We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
With the support of the Commercial/ Category Director and/or Senior Category Manager, create and lead the business plan for allocated categories of responsibility to drive strategic & tactical growth of the categories to support the delivery of the budgeted sales and profit target.At STARK, one of Northern Europe's leading building materials distributors, we're strengthening our commercial team and looking for Category Managers who know what it takes to support branches, deliver the right product ranges, and build strong supplier partnerships. If you enjoy getting under the skin of your categories, understand the realities of merchanting, and want to make a real impact, this could be the ideal next move.We offer a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, along with a competitive salary, staff discount, life assurance and 34 days' holiday (including bank holidays). You'll also have clear opportunities to grow your career within a progressive, branch-focused organisation. What you'll be doing Working closely with the Commercial/Category Director and Senior Category Manager, you'll lead the business plan for the plumbing and heating categories - shaping strategy, driving sales and margin, and ensuring branches have all the products needed to do the job.This role is central to how we serve our customers. You'll be the "go-to" expert for P&H, influencing everything from supplier agreements to pricing, promotions, and product range development. We currently have vacancies across a number of categories would love to hear from you. What you'll bring Strong experience in category management or procurement within merchanting, construction products, or a related industry. A proven track record of building ranges that meet customer project needs and deliver budgeted commercial results. Confidence negotiating supplier terms based on facts, insight, and strong commercial judgement. A deep understanding of customer needs, market trends and competitor activity. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn data into clear, actionable plans. The ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Strong communication skills, able to engage stakeholders at every level-including presenting to board and supplier leadership. Determination, ownership, and accountability - always focused on delivering improvements for branches, customers, and suppliers. Good IT literacy across Microsoft applications and database systems. Willingness to support, coach and develop junior team members. Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will: Lead the 2-3-year category strategy, ensuring ranges deliver customer project requirements and meet sales and profit targets. Act as the first point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders on your categories. Negotiate and deliver supplier trading agreements aligned to group goals. Deliver clear reporting and insight on category performance, identifying opportunities to improve pricing, promotions, sales, and ranging. Understand and support STARK's sustainability agenda, including responsible sourcing and category impact on emissions, packaging, and product circularity. Partner with STARK UK functions and local branches-helping them make great commercial decisions. Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams, adapting your approach to maximise collaboration and results. Support broader commercial projects and continuous improvement activities across the business. Role model safe, sustainable working practices.A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK's leading builders' merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber.With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK's largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials.However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry.Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future.If you'd like to build that future with us, check out our careers page or get in touch.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers.We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day.We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day.We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.
Senior Recruitment Consultant Full-time Hybrid - Altrincham Office We are seeking an experienced Senior Delivery Recruiter with a deep track record supporting Defence and Government programmes and clients. This role requires someone with an established network of security cleared candidates across IT and a proven ability to source, engage, and deliver talent into complex, high compliance environments. You'll play a critical role supporting our clients by providing exceptional delivery capability, partnering closely with stakeholders, and ensuring we consistently secure the specialist skills our clients depend on. Job description As a Senior Recruiter, you will have the following responsibilities: Ability to demonstrate capabilities in the full end to end recruitment lifecycle Data integrity, quality and managing all recruitment activity via our internal CRM system Analyse data to improve outcomes and have data led conversations Candidate attraction and sourcing via search and match technology Consistent delivery of quality CVs within SLAs, aiming for efficiency ratio of 3:2:1 Offer and on-boarding management independently with no supervision required, managing, and closing complicated candidate objections and demonstrate substantial capability of managing offers, rates, and skills negotiation with hiring managers Prepare for and attend client meetings, playing a contribution in setting them up for success and debriefings learning's following meetings Begin to lead internal meetings with peers, team members and account teams in relation to new roles, recruitment strategy and progress reviews Create positive relationships with candidates, asks, listens, and builds connections to gain market insight, information, leads and referrals Acts as mentor for Trainee Recruiters and Recruiters Show an in-depth understanding of client's business, culture, key skills, and wider business information, using this information to identify roles in other areas Acting as Delivery POC for client/Account Teams, chasing CV and interview feedback Ability to challenge and educate clients based on market insights and conditions on rejected candidates with customer where required Understand and keep up to date with market trends, information, key movers, and projects to ensure high level conversations with candidates and to drive their own market knowledge Take market information to your network via social media to drive inbound candidate engagement and networking opportunities Skills/ qualifications needed We are looking for candidates with the following skills: Confident in head hunting rather than sole reliance on application generation Client relationship building and stakeholder management experience Awareness of personal brand and impact across the business Demonstrable success in engaging/placing passive candidates Skilled in using sourcing tools Skilled in attracting and placing candidates Experience working to targets, deadlines and/or service agreements Background in Specialist Recruitment within Tech Knowledge and network connections to the Intelligence Community desirable Our Standards At ManpowerGroup, we believe that success is built on a foundation of accountability and commitment to our standards at every level. These standards are not just guidelines; they are integral to our culture and are embraced by everyone, from entry-level employees to senior leadership. To be successful, each of us must be accountable for delivering on these standards. They are designed to support performance, development, and career progression, ensuring that we all have a clear understanding of what success looks like at each level of our organisation. We all lead ourselves and others-our teams, our clients, and our stakeholders. By living our standards, we create a cohesive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Clarity: Takes time to understand and share our organisation's vision and strategy with others, holds themself and others accountable to deliver on our common goals, mindfully gives honest and regular feedback and openly receives it so we can all learn and deliver our best. Care: Leads themself and others with care, respecting people as people first and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in their environment so people feel heard and valued, listens to understand and then communicates purposefully and consistently, intentionally develops themself and inspires, coaches and empowers the development of others. Grow: Openly contributes thoughts, asks questions and challenges appropriately so that we make better, courageous and timely decisions, collaborates with others to identify current ideas, trends and perspectives (internally and externally) to continuously improve and transform what we do, builds on our successes and actively learns from mistakes and missed opportunities to progress toward our ambition.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Senior Recruitment Consultant Full-time Hybrid - Altrincham Office We are seeking an experienced Senior Delivery Recruiter with a deep track record supporting Defence and Government programmes and clients. This role requires someone with an established network of security cleared candidates across IT and a proven ability to source, engage, and deliver talent into complex, high compliance environments. You'll play a critical role supporting our clients by providing exceptional delivery capability, partnering closely with stakeholders, and ensuring we consistently secure the specialist skills our clients depend on. Job description As a Senior Recruiter, you will have the following responsibilities: Ability to demonstrate capabilities in the full end to end recruitment lifecycle Data integrity, quality and managing all recruitment activity via our internal CRM system Analyse data to improve outcomes and have data led conversations Candidate attraction and sourcing via search and match technology Consistent delivery of quality CVs within SLAs, aiming for efficiency ratio of 3:2:1 Offer and on-boarding management independently with no supervision required, managing, and closing complicated candidate objections and demonstrate substantial capability of managing offers, rates, and skills negotiation with hiring managers Prepare for and attend client meetings, playing a contribution in setting them up for success and debriefings learning's following meetings Begin to lead internal meetings with peers, team members and account teams in relation to new roles, recruitment strategy and progress reviews Create positive relationships with candidates, asks, listens, and builds connections to gain market insight, information, leads and referrals Acts as mentor for Trainee Recruiters and Recruiters Show an in-depth understanding of client's business, culture, key skills, and wider business information, using this information to identify roles in other areas Acting as Delivery POC for client/Account Teams, chasing CV and interview feedback Ability to challenge and educate clients based on market insights and conditions on rejected candidates with customer where required Understand and keep up to date with market trends, information, key movers, and projects to ensure high level conversations with candidates and to drive their own market knowledge Take market information to your network via social media to drive inbound candidate engagement and networking opportunities Skills/ qualifications needed We are looking for candidates with the following skills: Confident in head hunting rather than sole reliance on application generation Client relationship building and stakeholder management experience Awareness of personal brand and impact across the business Demonstrable success in engaging/placing passive candidates Skilled in using sourcing tools Skilled in attracting and placing candidates Experience working to targets, deadlines and/or service agreements Background in Specialist Recruitment within Tech Knowledge and network connections to the Intelligence Community desirable Our Standards At ManpowerGroup, we believe that success is built on a foundation of accountability and commitment to our standards at every level. These standards are not just guidelines; they are integral to our culture and are embraced by everyone, from entry-level employees to senior leadership. To be successful, each of us must be accountable for delivering on these standards. They are designed to support performance, development, and career progression, ensuring that we all have a clear understanding of what success looks like at each level of our organisation. We all lead ourselves and others-our teams, our clients, and our stakeholders. By living our standards, we create a cohesive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Clarity: Takes time to understand and share our organisation's vision and strategy with others, holds themself and others accountable to deliver on our common goals, mindfully gives honest and regular feedback and openly receives it so we can all learn and deliver our best. Care: Leads themself and others with care, respecting people as people first and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in their environment so people feel heard and valued, listens to understand and then communicates purposefully and consistently, intentionally develops themself and inspires, coaches and empowers the development of others. Grow: Openly contributes thoughts, asks questions and challenges appropriately so that we make better, courageous and timely decisions, collaborates with others to identify current ideas, trends and perspectives (internally and externally) to continuously improve and transform what we do, builds on our successes and actively learns from mistakes and missed opportunities to progress toward our ambition.
A career at Booksy means you're part of a global team focused on helping people around the world feel great about themselves, every day. From empowering entrepreneurs to build successful businesses, to supporting their customers to arrange "me time" moments, we're in the business of helping people thrive and feel fantastic. Working in a rapidly growing and evolving company comes with its own set of opportunities and challenges. If you prefer a stable environment with fully established processes and structures, we won't always find that here. However, if you're a driven self-starter who enjoys building structure, taking ownership, and partnering with the business in a fast-growing, global scale-up, you'll likely thrive at Booksy. The Global Senior Tax Manager is a senior leadership role reporting to the VP, Global Controller and responsible for the overall ownership, strategy, and execution of the company's global tax function. This leader will set the global tax vision, serve as the primary tax advisor to executive leadership, and ensure that tax strategy supports business growth while maintaining strong compliance and risk management across all jurisdictions. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in complex, international environments and is comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution as the tax function continues to scale. Key Responsibilities Global Strategy & Executive Partnership Own and drive the global tax strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, growth plans, and evolving regulatory requirements. Act as the company's primary tax advisor to executive leadership, including the CFO and senior finance leaders, on complex and high-impact tax matters. Partner with Finance, Legal, M&A, and business leaders to ensure tax considerations are embedded in strategic initiatives, new market entry, and product expansion. Risk Management & Compliance Oversight Own the company's global tax risk framework, identifying, assessing, and mitigating tax risks across all jurisdictions. Ensure strong global compliance processes for corporate income tax, indirect taxes, withholding taxes, and transfer pricing, supported by effective controls and governance. Oversee audits, inquiries, and negotiations with tax authorities globally, serving as the senior escalation point when needed. International Tax & Complex Transactions Lead complex international tax initiatives, including: Transfer pricing strategy and documentation Global structuring and restructuring Mergers, acquisitions, and integrations Expansion into new markets and new revenue models Provide leadership on cross-border tax planning while maintaining an appropriate and transparent risk posture for the company. Team Leadership & Function Scaling Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global tax organization, including internal team members and external advisors. Design the long-term operating model for the tax function, determining the right balance of in-house expertise, shared services, and external providers. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and strong business partnership. Process, Systems & Continuous Improvement Drive process standardization, documentation, and automation to improve efficiency, scalability, and audit readiness. Partner with Accounting and Finance Systems teams to ensure tax requirements are embedded in upstream processes and financial systems. Own tax-related data strategy to improve reporting, forecasting, and risk visibility. Governance & Financial Management Own the global tax budget and resource planning for the function. Establish governance frameworks, policies, and escalation protocols related to tax matters. Monitor global legislative and regulatory developments, proactively assessing business impact and recommending actions. Based in the UK. Advanced degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, and/or relevant professional qualification (e.g., CPA, CTA, or equivalent). Extensive progressive experience in tax, including significant leadership responsibility over global tax operations and strategy. Deep expertise in US federal, state, and local taxation, combined with strong knowledge of international tax regulations and OECD frameworks. Demonstrated success in developing and executing global tax strategies that support business growth while managing risk. Significant experience leading complex international tax projects, transactions, and audits. Proven people leader with experience building, mentoring, and scaling global teams. Strong business acumen with the ability to translate tax strategy into commercial outcomes. Excellent judgment and decision-making skills in complex, high-impact situations. Exceptional communication and influencing skills with executive-level stakeholders. Fluent in English (B2 level or higher); additional language skills are a plus. Experience operating in international, matrixed, and fast-growing organizations. Benefits This is a fully remote position within the UK, we take pride in being a globally distributed team A holiday allowance of 25 days + public holidays + your birthday day off Vitality Private Medical Cover (including dental and optical) with self-funded top up options for dependents Access to Worksmile wellbeing app Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme. Employee contributes 5% and Booksy matches at 5 % Life assurance (4 x your annual salary) Lifestyle discounts available through Vitality Program A bit about Booksy: A career at Booksy means you're part of a global team focused on helping people around the world feel great about themselves, every day. From empowering entrepreneurs to build successful businesses, to supporting their customers to arrange "me time" moments, we're in the business of helping people thrive and feel fantastic. Working in a rapidly growing and evolving company comes with its own set of opportunities and challenges. If you prefer a stable environment with clear processes and structures then, we've got to be honest, you won't always find that here. However, if you're a driven self-starter, with initiative and the motivation to grow your career in an environment that's rapidly changing as we scale-up globally, then the chances are that you'll love it at Booksy. Our diversity and inclusion commitment: We work in a highly creative and diverse industry so it goes without saying that we strive to create an inclusive environment for all.We welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fair consideration in our hiring process.If you have any accessibility needs or require reasonable adjustments during the interview process, please contact us at , so we can best support you. How AI helps us find great people Think of our AI tool as a really smart assistant for our recruitment team. Its job? To help us move faster, stay consistent, and make sure no great candidates are overlooked.Every application goes through the same AI review to help us spot skills that match the role - but don't worry,AI never makes the decisions. Real people do.Our recruiters and hiring managers handle every final call. And we regularly review how the tool is used to keep things fair, ethical, and compliant with data protection laws. Curious about how it works? You can always ask how AI was used in your application - it won't affect your chances in any way. If you have questions, just drop us a note - we're happy to explain more.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
A career at Booksy means you're part of a global team focused on helping people around the world feel great about themselves, every day. From empowering entrepreneurs to build successful businesses, to supporting their customers to arrange "me time" moments, we're in the business of helping people thrive and feel fantastic. Working in a rapidly growing and evolving company comes with its own set of opportunities and challenges. If you prefer a stable environment with fully established processes and structures, we won't always find that here. However, if you're a driven self-starter who enjoys building structure, taking ownership, and partnering with the business in a fast-growing, global scale-up, you'll likely thrive at Booksy. The Global Senior Tax Manager is a senior leadership role reporting to the VP, Global Controller and responsible for the overall ownership, strategy, and execution of the company's global tax function. This leader will set the global tax vision, serve as the primary tax advisor to executive leadership, and ensure that tax strategy supports business growth while maintaining strong compliance and risk management across all jurisdictions. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in complex, international environments and is comfortable balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution as the tax function continues to scale. Key Responsibilities Global Strategy & Executive Partnership Own and drive the global tax strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, growth plans, and evolving regulatory requirements. Act as the company's primary tax advisor to executive leadership, including the CFO and senior finance leaders, on complex and high-impact tax matters. Partner with Finance, Legal, M&A, and business leaders to ensure tax considerations are embedded in strategic initiatives, new market entry, and product expansion. Risk Management & Compliance Oversight Own the company's global tax risk framework, identifying, assessing, and mitigating tax risks across all jurisdictions. Ensure strong global compliance processes for corporate income tax, indirect taxes, withholding taxes, and transfer pricing, supported by effective controls and governance. Oversee audits, inquiries, and negotiations with tax authorities globally, serving as the senior escalation point when needed. International Tax & Complex Transactions Lead complex international tax initiatives, including: Transfer pricing strategy and documentation Global structuring and restructuring Mergers, acquisitions, and integrations Expansion into new markets and new revenue models Provide leadership on cross-border tax planning while maintaining an appropriate and transparent risk posture for the company. Team Leadership & Function Scaling Build, lead, and develop a high-performing global tax organization, including internal team members and external advisors. Design the long-term operating model for the tax function, determining the right balance of in-house expertise, shared services, and external providers. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and strong business partnership. Process, Systems & Continuous Improvement Drive process standardization, documentation, and automation to improve efficiency, scalability, and audit readiness. Partner with Accounting and Finance Systems teams to ensure tax requirements are embedded in upstream processes and financial systems. Own tax-related data strategy to improve reporting, forecasting, and risk visibility. Governance & Financial Management Own the global tax budget and resource planning for the function. Establish governance frameworks, policies, and escalation protocols related to tax matters. Monitor global legislative and regulatory developments, proactively assessing business impact and recommending actions. Based in the UK. Advanced degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, and/or relevant professional qualification (e.g., CPA, CTA, or equivalent). Extensive progressive experience in tax, including significant leadership responsibility over global tax operations and strategy. Deep expertise in US federal, state, and local taxation, combined with strong knowledge of international tax regulations and OECD frameworks. Demonstrated success in developing and executing global tax strategies that support business growth while managing risk. Significant experience leading complex international tax projects, transactions, and audits. Proven people leader with experience building, mentoring, and scaling global teams. Strong business acumen with the ability to translate tax strategy into commercial outcomes. Excellent judgment and decision-making skills in complex, high-impact situations. Exceptional communication and influencing skills with executive-level stakeholders. Fluent in English (B2 level or higher); additional language skills are a plus. Experience operating in international, matrixed, and fast-growing organizations. Benefits This is a fully remote position within the UK, we take pride in being a globally distributed team A holiday allowance of 25 days + public holidays + your birthday day off Vitality Private Medical Cover (including dental and optical) with self-funded top up options for dependents Access to Worksmile wellbeing app Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme. Employee contributes 5% and Booksy matches at 5 % Life assurance (4 x your annual salary) Lifestyle discounts available through Vitality Program A bit about Booksy: A career at Booksy means you're part of a global team focused on helping people around the world feel great about themselves, every day. From empowering entrepreneurs to build successful businesses, to supporting their customers to arrange "me time" moments, we're in the business of helping people thrive and feel fantastic. Working in a rapidly growing and evolving company comes with its own set of opportunities and challenges. If you prefer a stable environment with clear processes and structures then, we've got to be honest, you won't always find that here. However, if you're a driven self-starter, with initiative and the motivation to grow your career in an environment that's rapidly changing as we scale-up globally, then the chances are that you'll love it at Booksy. Our diversity and inclusion commitment: We work in a highly creative and diverse industry so it goes without saying that we strive to create an inclusive environment for all.We welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fair consideration in our hiring process.If you have any accessibility needs or require reasonable adjustments during the interview process, please contact us at , so we can best support you. How AI helps us find great people Think of our AI tool as a really smart assistant for our recruitment team. Its job? To help us move faster, stay consistent, and make sure no great candidates are overlooked.Every application goes through the same AI review to help us spot skills that match the role - but don't worry,AI never makes the decisions. Real people do.Our recruiters and hiring managers handle every final call. And we regularly review how the tool is used to keep things fair, ethical, and compliant with data protection laws. Curious about how it works? You can always ask how AI was used in your application - it won't affect your chances in any way. If you have questions, just drop us a note - we're happy to explain more.
Head of Compliance & MLRO - FinTech (Lending) Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer: a leading fintech platform is seeking to appoint a Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer to support expansion into the UK market. This role combines SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) and involves designing robust frameworks that ensure regulatory excellence, transparency, and fairness in AI-driven lending processes. The organisation focuses on accessible financial services with AI and Big Data technologies. Flexible remote work is available during the initial setup phase to support an inclusive environment where your expertise helps secure FCA authorisation and build trust in the UK market. What you'll do: As Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer, you will help safeguard the organisation's entry into the UK market by establishing best-in-class compliance frameworks. Your day-to-day activities include drafting essential documentation for FCA authorisation, acting as a key liaison with regulators, and building systems that underpin transparent operations. You will work with local and international teams to ensure the digital financial platform meets stringent regulatory standards. Success requires a proactive approach to risk management, clear communication with diverse stakeholders, and an unwavering commitment to customer fairness. Your efforts will lay the foundation for sustainable growth while fostering trust among consumers and partners. Lead the drafting of all compliance-related application materials required for FCA authorisation, including comprehensive manuals, AML/CTF policies, and consumer duty frameworks. Serve as the primary contact point for all interactions with the Financial Conduct Authority regarding compliance and financial crime matters. Design and implement the company's Three Lines of Defence model to ensure effective risk management across all business functions. Establish robust systems for transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting (SARs), and ongoing regulatory returns to maintain full compliance with UK regulations. Advise senior leadership on practical implications of UK regulations such as CONC, SYSC, DISP, ensuring operational alignment with legal requirements. Collaborate with international stakeholders to articulate complex regulatory concepts in an accessible manner. Oversee the development and maintenance of transparent AI-driven lending processes that prioritise fair treatment of customers. Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes to proactively update internal policies and procedures as needed. Support training initiatives to foster a culture of compliance throughout the organisation. Contribute to strategic decision-making by providing expert guidance on emerging risks related to financial crime prevention. What you bring: Your proven track record in senior compliance roles within UK consumer credit institutions will be instrumental in driving success as Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer. You bring technical expertise and an empathetic approach that fosters understanding among colleagues from diverse backgrounds. You can translate complex regulations into actionable strategies to ensure seamless integration of compliance requirements into daily operations. By leveraging your deep industry knowledge alongside strong interpersonal skills, you will help build a culture rooted in transparency, fairness, and shared responsibility. Your hands-on attitude means you are ready to tackle challenges head-on while supporting others through training initiatives that promote continuous improvement. Demonstrated experience holding SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) functions or significant deputy roles within a UK consumer credit institution. Current valid FCA approval is highly advantageous for immediate registration as part of authorisation application. Comprehensive understanding of the Financial Services and Markets Act (FSMA), FCA Handbook (especially CONC), and Money Laundering Regulations relevant to consumer credit operations. Proven ability to design compliance frameworks from scratch, including policy writing and process implementation tailored to digital financial platforms. Exceptional resilience in communicating complex regulatory concepts clearly to stakeholders from varied international backgrounds. Hands-on approach with willingness to engage directly in operational tasks necessary for successful compliance setup. Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration across teams and departments. Experience advising senior management on regulatory matters affecting business strategy and operations. Ability to monitor regulatory changes proactively and adapt internal practices accordingly. Commitment to upholding principles of transparency, fairness, and inclusivity in all aspects of compliance. What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out as a global leader in fintech innovation, committed to making financial services more accessible through advanced technology. Their track record across international markets demonstrates a dedication to inclusive finance models that benefit millions of consumers. The company offers flexible working arrangements during critical phases such as initial setup, empowering you to manage your work-life balance. It values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mutual support within its teams, with emphasis on professional growth through ongoing training and recognition of individual contributions. You will be part of an environment where your expertise is respected and your career can flourish alongside organisational success. What's next: If you are passionate about shaping the future of digital finance through responsible compliance leadership, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact-apply now! Location: London Contract Type: Permanent Focus: Compliance Workplace Type: Remote Experience Level: Director Salary: £130,000 - £160,000 per annum Notes: This job description has been trimmed to remove extraneous boilerplate and ensure clear, recruiter-friendly content.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Head of Compliance & MLRO - FinTech (Lending) Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer: a leading fintech platform is seeking to appoint a Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer to support expansion into the UK market. This role combines SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) and involves designing robust frameworks that ensure regulatory excellence, transparency, and fairness in AI-driven lending processes. The organisation focuses on accessible financial services with AI and Big Data technologies. Flexible remote work is available during the initial setup phase to support an inclusive environment where your expertise helps secure FCA authorisation and build trust in the UK market. What you'll do: As Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer, you will help safeguard the organisation's entry into the UK market by establishing best-in-class compliance frameworks. Your day-to-day activities include drafting essential documentation for FCA authorisation, acting as a key liaison with regulators, and building systems that underpin transparent operations. You will work with local and international teams to ensure the digital financial platform meets stringent regulatory standards. Success requires a proactive approach to risk management, clear communication with diverse stakeholders, and an unwavering commitment to customer fairness. Your efforts will lay the foundation for sustainable growth while fostering trust among consumers and partners. Lead the drafting of all compliance-related application materials required for FCA authorisation, including comprehensive manuals, AML/CTF policies, and consumer duty frameworks. Serve as the primary contact point for all interactions with the Financial Conduct Authority regarding compliance and financial crime matters. Design and implement the company's Three Lines of Defence model to ensure effective risk management across all business functions. Establish robust systems for transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting (SARs), and ongoing regulatory returns to maintain full compliance with UK regulations. Advise senior leadership on practical implications of UK regulations such as CONC, SYSC, DISP, ensuring operational alignment with legal requirements. Collaborate with international stakeholders to articulate complex regulatory concepts in an accessible manner. Oversee the development and maintenance of transparent AI-driven lending processes that prioritise fair treatment of customers. Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes to proactively update internal policies and procedures as needed. Support training initiatives to foster a culture of compliance throughout the organisation. Contribute to strategic decision-making by providing expert guidance on emerging risks related to financial crime prevention. What you bring: Your proven track record in senior compliance roles within UK consumer credit institutions will be instrumental in driving success as Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer. You bring technical expertise and an empathetic approach that fosters understanding among colleagues from diverse backgrounds. You can translate complex regulations into actionable strategies to ensure seamless integration of compliance requirements into daily operations. By leveraging your deep industry knowledge alongside strong interpersonal skills, you will help build a culture rooted in transparency, fairness, and shared responsibility. Your hands-on attitude means you are ready to tackle challenges head-on while supporting others through training initiatives that promote continuous improvement. Demonstrated experience holding SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) functions or significant deputy roles within a UK consumer credit institution. Current valid FCA approval is highly advantageous for immediate registration as part of authorisation application. Comprehensive understanding of the Financial Services and Markets Act (FSMA), FCA Handbook (especially CONC), and Money Laundering Regulations relevant to consumer credit operations. Proven ability to design compliance frameworks from scratch, including policy writing and process implementation tailored to digital financial platforms. Exceptional resilience in communicating complex regulatory concepts clearly to stakeholders from varied international backgrounds. Hands-on approach with willingness to engage directly in operational tasks necessary for successful compliance setup. Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration across teams and departments. Experience advising senior management on regulatory matters affecting business strategy and operations. Ability to monitor regulatory changes proactively and adapt internal practices accordingly. Commitment to upholding principles of transparency, fairness, and inclusivity in all aspects of compliance. What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out as a global leader in fintech innovation, committed to making financial services more accessible through advanced technology. Their track record across international markets demonstrates a dedication to inclusive finance models that benefit millions of consumers. The company offers flexible working arrangements during critical phases such as initial setup, empowering you to manage your work-life balance. It values collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mutual support within its teams, with emphasis on professional growth through ongoing training and recognition of individual contributions. You will be part of an environment where your expertise is respected and your career can flourish alongside organisational success. What's next: If you are passionate about shaping the future of digital finance through responsible compliance leadership, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact-apply now! Location: London Contract Type: Permanent Focus: Compliance Workplace Type: Remote Experience Level: Director Salary: £130,000 - £160,000 per annum Notes: This job description has been trimmed to remove extraneous boilerplate and ensure clear, recruiter-friendly content.
