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About the Role
Join Robinhood Greenhouse Board in London as our Chief Compliance Officer, UK, and play a pivotal role at the epicenter of the largest transfer of wealth in human history. As younger generations inherit an estimated $124 trillion over the next two decades, we are building an elite team applying frontier technologies to solve the world’s biggest financial problems. This is an incredible opportunity for a bold, sharp problem-solver who thrives at the intersection of regulation, technology, and finance.
In this critical leadership role based in our London office (with in-person attendance expected 5 days per week), you will hold the SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) designation. You will lead our UK compliance programme, provide independent challenge as the second line of defence, and serve as the primary contact for the FCA and other authorities while navigating ambiguity with flexibility and patience.
About the Role & Culture
At Robinhood, we are a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the absolute center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. We believe deeply in the power of in-person collaboration to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen our community. Our intentional office environment is designed to energize and fully support high-performing teams driven to democratize finance for all.
Key Technical Responsibilities
- check_circle Oversee and maintain the firm's compliance framework in accordance with FCA rules and applicable legislation.
- check_circle Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the business.
- check_circle Develop and deliver the annual Compliance Monitoring Plan and ensure timely remediation of identified issues.
- check_circle Provide practical regulatory advice to senior management on investments and crypto products and business initiatives and associated regulatory obligations.
- check_circle Act as a primary contact for the FCA and other relevant regulatory bodies.
- check_circle Own Consumer Duty oversight.
- check_circle Oversee financial crime and AML frameworks with the MLRO.
- check_circle Identify and assess risks with the 1st line of defence.
- check_circle Review financial promotions, website content and marketing communications to ensure compliance with FCA requirements.
- check_circle Chair Risk & Compliance Committee.
- check_circle Provide training, guidance and independent investigation of compliance matters to support and lead UK Risk & Compliance team members.
- check_circle Set and promote the firm’s core values, risk culture and risk appetite at Board level.
Prerequisites & Qualifications
- check Based in the United Kingdom
- check Degree or equivalent practical experience
- check 10+ years of previous regulatory compliance experience within a relevant FCA-regulated firm
- check Approval as, or the ability to obtain approval for, the FCA Senior Management Function SMF16
- check Strong working knowledge of the FCA Handbook, Consumer Duty, UK Money Laundering Regulations and SM&CR
- check Experience managing FCA Supervisory and Authorisations interactions and regulatory reporting
- check Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills
- check A pragmatic and risk-based approach to compliance
- check Exceptional attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
- check Experience working in an international team environment, across large projects with multiple work streams and coordinating cross-functional teams
- check Knowledge and demonstrable use of AI
About Robinhood Greenhouse Board
Verified hiring organization details.
Robinhood Greenhouse Board is a technology and software entity operating under the broader Robinhood ecosystem, with key operational locations in Denver, CO, and Westlake, TX. The organization focuses on technical development and talent acquisition initiatives to support Robinhood's mission of democratizing finance for all.