Head of Compliance & MLRO

About UsWe are a high-growth fintech headquartered in Copenhagen, soon operating under a Danish EMI license regulated by Finanstilsynet. We deliver cutting-edge payment and e-money solutions, combining scale-up agility with the robustness of a licensed financial institution.The Role: Head of Compliance & MLROAs Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), you will drive our compliance and AML/CFT agenda, ensuring regulatory adherence while supporting growth across Denmark and the EU. You will report functionally to the Board/Audit Committee and administratively to the CFO, with independent access to data, systems, and staff, and direct escalation rights to the Board.Key ResponsibilitiesRisk & Governance: Own enterprise-wide risk assessments (ML/TF/PF, risk appetite, KRI/KPI) and develop Customer Risk Assessment methodologies.Customer Processes & Monitoring: Oversee Customer Due Diligence/Enhanced Due Diligence transaction monitoring (TM), sanctions/PEP screening, and STR/SAR governance with timely reporting and full audit trail.Policies, Training & Culture: Manage policy framework, annual risk-based compliance plan, and training programs for Board and staff on PEP/high-risk jurisdictions.Regulatory Interface: Act as primary contact for Finanstilsynet and FIU for thematic inspections, data requests, and notifications.Outsourcing & Vendors: Oversee outsourcing (EBA guidelines), including due diligence, contracts, and monitoring of KYC/TM providers.Data & Tech: Ensure data quality for KYC/TM/screening and define 2nd line controls, leveraging TM systems and BI tools.EU Operations & Record Keeping: Manage cross-border governance, agent/distributor oversight, and ensure record-keeping (≥5 years) with full audit trail.Requirements5+ years of AML/CFT leadership experience in finance (EMI/PI/bank/insurance), including regulator engagement.Proven MLRO and 2nd line experience (challenge & oversight).Strong knowledge of Hvidvaskloven, FINANSTILSYNET guidelines, PSD2/EMI rules, EU sanctions; familiarity with MiCA/DORA a plus.Hands-on expertise in TM, CDD/EDD, model governance, and vendor management.Business-level Danish and English (mandatory).Clean record, no conflicts of interest, and willingness for FINANSTILSYNET fit & proper assessment.CompensationCompetitive senior salary package (fixed + pension + potential equity program).Hybrid work flexibility, based in Copenhagen.Why Join Us?Build and lead a mature, risk-based AML/compliance program with a strong mandate and resources.Close access to the Board and leadership, with the opportunity to build a 2nd line team.Dynamic culture balancing fintech innovation with regulatory integrity.