- Lead the preparation, submission, and follow-up of an EMI Licence application.
- Collaborate with the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer to ensure all regulatory requirements are met.
- Liaise with the FCA, legal teams, and other third parties in relation to the EMI Licence application.
- Provide strategic insight into future fundraising efforts and capital structure once the licence is granted.
- Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and reporting to support the company’s growth strategy.
- Proven experience leading the end-to-end EMI Licence application process, with recent successful outcomes.
- Strong understanding of financial regulatory requirements for electronic money institutions.
- Experience working closely with risk and compliance functions in the fintech or payments space.
- Ability to build and scale finance teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
- Flexible and adaptive approach to working hours, with availability 2-3 days per week.