Head of Compliance and MLRO

Location: Gibraltar

Industry: Fintech / Payments

Meet Nuvei

The world of payment processing is rapidly evolving, and businesses are seeking loyal and strategic partners to help them grow.

WE ARE NUVEI. Nuvei is a global Canadian fintech company accelerating the business of clients around the world. Our modular, scalable technology allows leading companies to accept next-gen payments, offer local and global payout options, and benefit from comprehensive banking, risk, and fraud management services.

With a presence in over 200 markets, local acquiring in 50+ countries, support for 150 currencies, and 700+ alternative payment methods, Nuvei helps partners scale effortlessly with one seamless integration.

At Nuvei, we live our core values and thrive on solving complex problems. We’re constantly improving our products and committed to delivering best-in-class customer service. We're looking for exceptional talent to join our growing global team.

Role Overview

As the Head of Compliance and MLRO you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of Nuvei’s compliance and AML/CTF framework in Gibraltar.

You will serve as the appointed MLRO for the Gibraltar entity, reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Compliance Officer and accountable to the GFSC for all AML/CTF obligations within that entity. In addition, you will provide dedicated financial crime and compliance support to Nuvei Financial Services Ltd (NFS), an FCA-regulated entity, working in close partnership with Nuvei’s global compliance leadership to ensure alignment with international standards, global regulatory expectations, and best practices. This includes contributing to the development of a unified, risk-based Financial Crime and Compliance Framework that supports Nuvei’s global operations while meeting local regulatory obligations

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Nuvei’s Gibraltar compliance and AML/CTF frameworks in accordance with GFSC guidance and applicable local regulations.
• Support the Nuvei NFS (FCA-regulated) entity on compliance and AML matters including operational resilience, safeguarding of customer funds, and broader ongoing FCA regulatory obligations, working closely with the NFS Compliance and Senior Management functions.
• Serve as the appointed MLRO for Gibraltar, overseeing all AML/CTF-related activities including transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, and liaison with Gibraltar’s FIUas required.
• Act as the primary liaison with relevant regulators (GFSC) on all compliance and AML/CTF matters, and with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in respect of NFS regulatory matters as required.
• Keep senior management informed of emerging regulatory developments and industry trends, ensuring timely implementation of necessary changes.
• Manage all local licensing, registration, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Lead internal compliance reviews, audits, and regulatory inspections; oversee remediation of findings and ensure ongoing program improvement.
• Provide compliance advice and oversight to business units, including product design, onboarding, risk management, and operations.
• Develop and deliver targeted compliance training programs to employees at all levels.
• Prepare and present periodic compliance and AML/CTF reports to senior management and legal entity boards. Collaborate with global compliance teams to ensure consistent standards and share best practices across jurisdictions.
• Work with Compliance Teams globally to design and implement a risk-based Financial Crime and Compliance Framework, ensuring proportional controls aligned with Nuvei’s international operations and local regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with global compliance and legal teams to ensure consistent application of Nuvei’s policies and controls across jurisdictions.

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of compliance experience in financial services, preferably within fintech, payments, banking, or digital asset environments.
• Prior experience as an appointed MLRO under a Gibraltar (GFSC) regulated entity is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of FCA regulatory requirements applicable to payment institutions and e-money institutions, including the Payment Services Regulations 2017 (PSR), Electronic Money Regulations 2011 (EMR), operational resilience frameworks (PS21/3), and safeguarding obligations for customer funds.
• Must have thorough knowledge of GFSC regulatory regime.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging with regulators.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and leadership abilities.
• Proven ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, business-friendly processes.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field; certifications such as ACAMS, ICA, or equivalent professional credentials are advantageous.