Job Title: Fractional Compliance Officer
Company: Plend
Location: UK based - ability to come into London office twice a month
Commitment: Fractional

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About Plend

For too long, the credit system has been a game of chance. At Plend, we’re on a mission to level the playing field of loans, giving everyone a chance to access a loan they can afford.

As a B-Corp company, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in everything we do. We are searching for a Fractional Compliance Officer to join our team and support us in our mission of promoting financial inclusivity by ensuring our regulatory and compliance frameworks remain robust and aligned with industry best practices.

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Role Overview

We are looking for a highly experienced and hands-on Fractional Compliance Officer to oversee our regulatory compliance framework, provide expert guidance on FCA requirements, and support our team in maintaining best-in-class compliance practices. This role is ideal for a compliance professional who thrives in a startup environment and can provide strategic oversight while being operationally engaged.

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Key Responsibilities

• Act as the key compliance advisor for Plend, ensuring ongoing compliance with FCA regulations and relevant financial laws.
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures in line with regulatory expectations.
• Provide strategic guidance on risk management, financial crime prevention (AML, KYC, fraud), and data protection.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on Plend’s operations.
• Support the team in regulatory reporting, audits, and interactions with the FCA.
• Review and advise on marketing materials, customer communications, and new product launches from a regulatory perspective.
• Assist with ongoing monitoring and testing of Plend’s compliance program.
• Hold SMF16 role. 

What We’re Looking For

• Extensive experience in a compliance role within the UK financial services sector, ideally in fintech, consumer credit, or lending.
• Strong working knowledge of FCA regulations, including CONC, Consumer Duty and financial crime frameworks.
• Experience implementing and managing compliance programs in a scaling business.
• Ability to provide clear and practical compliance guidance to a fast-moving team.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with senior stakeholders and regulators.
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset with a proactive approach to risk management.

Why Join Plend?

• Work with a purpose-driven fintech that’s transforming access to fair credit.
• Flexible, fractional commitment with the opportunity to shape our compliance function.
• Collaborate with a passionate and innovative team.

Ready to Apply?

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If you'd like to apply, please email your CV and cover letter to sutherland@plend.co.uk

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