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# Financial Crime Compliance Specialist (Advisory) at Capital on Tap

- **Company:** Capital on Tap
- **Location:** London, United Kingdom
- **Posted:** 2026-10-06
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/capitalontap/jobs/8870821002

## Job description

We’re Capital on Tap 👋 💳 Capital on Tap started because small businesses were underserved. Big banks were slow, their products weren't fit for purpose, and small business owners often couldn't access what they needed. We set out to fix that.

Today we're a financial platform - not just a credit card company. We offer a best-in-class business credit card, SME-focused spend management platform, a savings product that hit £1 billion in funds within its first year, and a growing suite of tools and financial products that make running a small business easier.

1,000+ employees, £20bn in annual card spend, 200,000+ customers, 17,000+ Trustpilot reviews averaging 4.7 stars, and we're profitable. We’ve done a pretty good job so far, but we’re just getting started!

🏡🏢This is a Hybrid role, the Financial Crime Compliance team working from our London (Moorgate) office 3 days per week.

Financial Crime Compliance at Capital on Tap

The Financial Crime function is responsible for the ongoing management of the company’s Financial Crime policies, procedures and controls. This includes risk assessment and ongoing assurance of AML compliance, business advisory and management of high risk customer and suspicious activity escalations.

## What You’ll Be Doing

You will sit in the 2nd line Financial Crime Compliance team, operating independently from the 1st line FinCrime Operations team. Your job is to provide oversight, challenge, governance and handle escalations from 1LOD that may result in reporting and/or offboarding decisions.

- Support the MLRO in owning and running Capital on Tap's compliance monitoring programme, designing thematic reviews and control tests that assess whether 1st line financial crime controls are working as intended.
- Maintain and develop AML/CTF policies, procedures, and risk appetite standards - drafting updates in response to regulatory change, monitoring findings, QA output, and internal audit recommendations.
- Support the completion of the business-wide Financial Crime Enterprise Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA), identifying areas of emerging risk and recommending proportionate controls.
- Lead 2LoD financial crime review of new product and change initiatives, providing independent risk assessment and recommending next steps to the MLRO prior to sign-off for go-live.
- Produce management information and compliance reporting for senior leadership and relevant governance committees.
- Support horizon scanning activity, translating regulatory change into practical impact assessments for the business.

## What We're Looking For

- At least 3 years operating in a 2nd line financial crime or AML compliance function within a regulated UK financial services firm, particularly focusing on Business customers - candidates with exclusively 1st line case management backgrounds and/or predominantly Retail Banking experience will not be suitable.
- Demonstrable experience designing or running a compliance monitoring or control testing programme - not just participating in one.
- Strong working knowledge of the UK Money Laundering Regulations 2017, JMLSG guidance, and POCA - applied in practice, not just in theory.
- Experience contributing to or owning a financial crime risk assessment at a business or product level.
- Comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders and governance forums.
- Sharp analytical thinking and clear written communication - you will be writing reports and policy documents that the business acts on.
- Comfortable working independently and challenging the business constructively when controls fall short.

Diversity & Inclusion 🌈 We welcome, consider and encourage applications from anyone who shares our commitment to inclusivity. Join us in creating a space where authenticity thrives, and everyone can do their best work.

Great Work Deserves Great Perks We try not to take ourselves too seriously (all the time) so we make sure our office is decked out with a pool table, arcade machine, beer tap, and a couple of office dogs thrown in for good measure. Check out our benefits:

🏥 Private Healthcare including dental and opticians services through Vitality ✈️ Worldwide travel insurance through Vitality ❤️ Access to a reproductive and hormonal health platform via Hertility 🎁 Anniversary Rewards (£250, £500, £750, 4-week fully paid sabbatical) 👛 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme up to 7% match 🏖️ 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays) 📖 Annual Learning and Wellbeing Budget 👪 Enhanced Parental Leave 🚲 Cycle to Work Scheme 🚂 Season Ticket Loan 💬 6 free therapy sessions per year 🐶 Dog Friendly Offices 🍫 Free drinks and snacks in our offices

Check out more of our benefits, values and mission[here](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/company/careers/).

Other Info 👍Check out our [‘Top Tips’ for interviewing.](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/blog/posts/acing-your-interviews-with-capital-on-tap/) ✔️Keep updated on new job opportunities by following us on [Linkedin](https://www.linkedin.com/company/capital-on-tap). 📧Email careers@capitalontap.com if you have any questions.

Excited to work here? Apply! If you’d like to progress your career within our fast growing, profitable fintech then click apply and we will aim to get back to you within 3 working days (during busy periods this could take up to 5 working days.)

## About Capital on Tap

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Capital on Tap provides fast, accessible business credit cards and savings accounts to small and medium-sized businesses, using proprietary technology to streamline funding and expense management.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Venture Capital-backed)
- **Headquarters**: London, UK (Global HQ); Atlanta, USA (US HQ); with additional offices in Cardiff, Manchester, Brighton, New York, and Porto.
- **Founded**: 2012
- **Founders**: David Luck (Executive Chairman) and Damian (CEO, current)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Fintech – Small Business Lending, Business Credit Cards, Business Savings.
- **Target customers**: B2B – Small and medium-sized business owners, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and contractors in the UK and US.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "Make running a small business as easy as possible." [capitalontap.com](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/company/about/)

## Products & Services
- **Business Credit Card**: A purpose-built credit card for small businesses offering credit limits up to £250,000, unlimited 1% cashback on all spending (redeemable for cash, Avios, gift cards, or against balance), no annual fees, no FX fees, and no ATM fees. Integrates with accounting software and allows issuance of cards to employees and directors. [capitalontap.com](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/)
- **Business Savings Account**: Launched in 2025, powered by ClearBank. Offers competitive interest rates with instant access, no fees, and no deposit restrictions. Complements the credit card to provide a full cash management solution. [capitalontap.com](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/company/about/)
- **Preloading**: A feature allowing businesses to preload funds onto their card for tighter spend control.
- **Team Management**: A feature for managing employee cards, setting limits, and tracking spending.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Has provided over **£20 billion** in funding to more than **200,000 small businesses** across the UK and US (as of 2025). [capitalontap.com](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/company/about/)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Partner banks include **WebBank** (for US card issuance) and **ClearBank** (for savings accounts). The company has also raised venture capital, though specific lead investors are not repeatedly named in public materials.
- **Growth Signals**:
    - Named by the **Financial Times** as one of the **Fastest Growing Companies in Europe for 5 consecutive years**.
    - Expanded from UK to US in 2021, and opened new offices in Porto, Manchester, and New York.
    - Launched a new savings account product in 2025.
    - Hit £20 billion in total funding to customers in 2025.
    - Ambition to partner with **1 million businesses by the end of 2025**. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/capitalontap/jobs/8498232002)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Proprietary Underwriting**: A bespoke, automated underwriting system that allows for quick applications and funding approvals, reducing friction for small businesses.
- **All-in-One Platform**: Combining credit and savings in one place, with integrated accounting software connections, rewards, and team management tools.
- **No-Fee Model**: No annual, FX, or ATM fees is a strong differentiator in the business credit card market.
- **Customer-Centric Focus**: 24/7 UK-based customer support and a mission built entirely around solving small business pain points.
- **Strong Track Record**: Over a decade of lending, with a proven model and a large, growing customer base.

## Strategic Focus
- **Product Expansion**: Deepening the suite of financial tools for small businesses (e.g., adding savings accounts in 2025).
- **Geographic Growth**: Continuing to scale in the US market while strengthening UK leadership.
- **Technology & Automation**: Investing in AI and data science to improve risk management, fraud detection, and customer experience (evidenced by hiring for AI Operations, Data Science, and Engineering roles).
- **Customer Acquisition**: Targeting the ambitious goal of 1 million business partners.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture & Values**: Emphasizes ownership ("Spotted something that could be done better? Great! Tell us about it, own it, and get it done"), continuous learning, and a "pilot" mentality (testing new ideas). Values include: "Fast is as slow as we go," "Take ownership and raise the bar," and "Keep things simple."
- **Learning & Growth**: Provides a **$1,250 annual learning budget** per employee for conferences, courses, subscriptions, and books. Strong focus on internal mobility and career development. [capitalontap.com](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/us/company/careers/)
- **Office Life & Perks**:
    - Free breakfast, snacks, and drinks daily.
    - Offices in central, accessible locations (e.g., Midtown Atlanta, London).
    - Regular social events run by a "Happy Club" (quiz nights, scavenger hunts, summer parties).
    - Employee-led clubs (book club, gaming club, sports teams, LGBTQIA+ group).
- **Benefits**:
    - 20 days PTO, plus enhanced paid holidays.
    - **4-week paid sabbatical** after 4 years of service.
    - 401k with company match (US: 100% match on first 3%, 50% on next 2%).
    - Health, dental, and vision coverage.
    - Pet insurance, legal aid, and free therapy sessions.
- **Work Model**: Hybrid/office-based roles advertised across multiple locations (London, Cardiff, Manchester, Brighton, New York, Porto). The company has a strong office presence.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Active employee resource groups and events for Black History Month, Pride Week, International Women’s Day, etc.

## Sources
1. [capitalontap.com - About Us](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/company/about/)
2. [capitalontap.com - Careers](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/us/company/careers/)
3. [capitalontap.com - Main Site](https://www.capitalontap.com/en/)
4. [greenhouse.io - Jobs at Capital on Tap](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/capitalontap)
5. [greenhouse.io - Job Description Example](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/capitalontap/jobs/8498232002)

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