Assistant Manager-Risk & Compliance

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Assistant Manager in Global Compliance at a forward-thinking professional services firm. This role is pivotal in shaping compliance culture and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards across various jurisdictions. You'll be developing risk policies, collaborating with diverse teams, and enhancing service delivery through digital tools. The firm values innovation and offers tailored mentoring to support your professional growth. If you're ready to take the next step in your compliance career and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in compliance or risk within a regulated financial services.
• Strong knowledge of corporate services in Jersey or Guernsey.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update global risk and compliance policies.
• Collaborate with Business Services to ensure compliance.

Skills

Compliance experience

Risk management

Analytical skills

Written communication

Organizational skills

Tools

SharePoint

Digital tools for compliance

Job description

Job Description

Looking for a New Challenge? Step Into Your Next Role as Assistant Manager - Global Compliance. Are you ready to take the next step in your compliance career? We're working on behalf of a dynamic and forward-thinking professional services firm with an exciting opportunity to join their Global Compliance team as an Assistant Manager. This is your chance to be part of a global team that plays a key role in shaping and maintaining a strong compliance culture across the business.

You'll be instrumental in developing and implementing risk policies, procedures, and controls that ensure the firm continues to meet the highest regulatory standards. In return, you'll receive tailored mentoring and professional development support to help you grow alongside the business. If you're seeking a collaborative environment that values its people, encourages innovation, and offers real opportunities for career progression, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and update global risk and compliance policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with the legal and regulatory requirements of each jurisdiction the firm operates in (including Jersey, Guernsey, the UK, BVI, and Cayman).
2. Conduct independent research and work closely with teams across Risk & Compliance (R&C), General Counsel, Business Controls, and In-House Counsel to assess regulatory changes and drive updates to internal frameworks.
3. Collaborate with Business Services teams such as HR and Finance to ensure cohesive, firm-wide compliance with regulatory obligations.
4. Maintain and enhance the R&C SharePoint site and leverage automation and digital tools to improve service delivery.
5. Participate in control testing as part of the firm's Compliance Monitoring Programme, ensuring key policies are effectively implemented and monitored across all licensed jurisdictions.
6. Support regular compliance reporting and provide input on stakeholder inquiries and policy updates.

What You'll Bring:

1. Proven experience in a Compliance, Risk, Client Administration, or operational control function within a regulated financial services business.
2. Strong working knowledge of corporate and fiduciary services within Jersey and/or Guernsey, with familiarity in UK, Cayman, BVI, or EU frameworks seen as an advantage.
3. In-depth understanding of AML regulations applicable across multiple jurisdictions.
4. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and manage data with high attention to detail.
5. Strong written communication skills, with a professional and concise approach.
6. A proactive, collaborative mindset, coupled with outstanding organizational and time management abilities.