Compliance Intern

About us:

Velocity is revolutionising the global financial landscape by unifying fiat and digital assets through regulated stablecoin technology. We are tackling some of the most significant inefficiencies in global payments - from the limitations of SWIFT to the cost and delays of cross-border transactions.

Founded by Eric Queathem, with decades of experience scaling and leading payments businesses, Velocity combines deep expertise in regulated financial systems with a fast-growing team of around 25 people across London and Warsaw.

Our platform enables businesses to manage payments, treasury functions, and liquidity in real time, operating 24/7/365. We remove friction in global payouts, cross-border settlements, and treasury operations - seamlessly integrating stablecoin-powered speed with the reliability of traditional finance.

Backed by robust partnerships, including strategic collaborations with Fireblocks and other leading technology providers, we are building trusted infrastructure for scalable global growth.

In May 2025, we announced a $10m pre-seed round led by Activant Capital, with participation from Fuel Ventures, Triton Capital, Fabric Ventures, Commerce Ventures, Digital Space Ventures, and Preface Ventures - alongside strategic shareholders from Stripe, Worldpay, Visa, Circle, PayPal, and Google.

Key responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our Compliance team as part of a 3 month internship. This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a fast-growing, regulated financial services business, while applying academic learning in a practical, real-world setting.

During the internship, you will work closely with the Risk and Compliance team, supporting a range of activities that help ensure the business meets its regulatory and compliance obligations. You will be exposed to areas such as regulatory monitoring, due diligence, policy maintenance, and internal controls, gaining insight into how effective compliance and financial crime frameworks support risk management and responsible business growth.

• Support the Risk and Compliance team with day-to-day activities, under the guidance of senior team members.

• Maintain and update Compliance databases, trackers, and records, and assist with the preparation of internal reports.

• Monitor relevant compliance laws, regulations, and guidance to support the development and maintenance of regulatory horizon trackers.

• Support due diligence activities, including third-party screening, data collection and documentation reviews.

• Assist with the development, review, and ongoing maintenance of compliance policies, procedures and controls.

• Contribute to wider Compliance activities such as regulatory change implementation, audits, and internal reviews.

What we are looking for:

• Final-year student or recent graduate in Law, Business, or a related field.

• Prior work experience in financial services or law is a plus.

• Basic understanding of, and interest in, financial services regulation, compliance, financial crime, or risk management, with a willingness to learn in a regulated environment.

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and work with data and documentation.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document clear, practical processes.

• Organised, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-growing environment.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Suite.

Please note that we have an office in London, and we aim to work together there the majority of the time.

Why Join?

• Work on a groundbreaking, forward-thinking solution: Be part of a team leveraging cutting-edge technologies to transform the global financial landscape.

• Mission-driven environment with purpose: At Velocity, we prioritize security, and user empowerment, ensuring our solutions are built with integrity and designed to make a difference.

• Learn from industry heavyweights: The founding team consists of seasoned operators with a proven track record in the industry, providing invaluable mentorship and guidance as we grow.

• Backed by top-tier venture capital: Velocity is supported by premier investors, providing the resources and backing necessary to scale rapidly and execute on our ambitious vision.

• Shape the future of global finance: Join an innovative team working on a revolutionary solution that is changing the long-term trajectory of financial operations.

Be part of a company with long-term vision: With a strong regulatory-first approach and a focus on sustainable, scalable growth, Velocity is poised for long-term success.