Associate Director, Employee Compliance | London, UK

Royal Bank of Canada; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an Associate Director for Employee Compliance in London. This role involves managing compliance activities, supervising a team, and acting as a liaison for senior management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compliance systems, regulatory knowledge, and project management skills, contributing to a collaborative and ethical workplace.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience with compliance systems/tools for employee conflicts management.
• Knowledge of FCA conflict management rules (e.g., COBS, SYSC).
• Understanding of financial services or legal sectors, with experience in regulatory change.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities and serve as an escalation point for the team.
• Act as a primary contact for senior management to handle inquiries.
• Deputise for the Head of Employee Compliance and participate in governance forums.

Skills

Project management

Judgment in complex scenarios

Teamwork

Ethical principles

Accountability

Education

Degree in finance, business, or related fields

Tools

Compliance systems/tools

Job description

Associate Director, Employee Compliance

Royal Bank of Canada, London, United Kingdom

Job Summary

Join a dedicated team responsible for RBC's core conflicts management activities within the Group Compliance function. This role offers exposure to various departments such as HR, Law, Finance, and client-facing teams across Capital Markets, Wealth Management, and Investor Services.

Responsibilities

1. Supervise daily activities and serve as an escalation point for the Employee Compliance team in Europe.
2. Act as a primary contact for senior management to handle inquiries and escalations.
3. Deputise for the Head of Employee Compliance and participate in governance forums.

Requirements

Must-have:

• Experience with compliance systems/tools for employee conflicts management.
• Knowledge of FCA conflict management rules (e.g., COBS, SYSC).
• Understanding of financial services or legal sectors, with experience in regulatory change.
• Project management skills, especially in regulatory projects.
• Ability to make judgments in complex, non-routine scenarios.
• Comfort in fast-paced environments dealing with complex issues.
• Strong ethical principles, accountability, initiative, and teamwork skills.

Nice-to-have:

• Degree in finance, business, or related fields.

Benefits

Enjoy a comprehensive rewards package, professional development opportunities, a collaborative environment, flexible working options, and a chance to make a meaningful impact.

Additional Details

Location: 100 Bishopsgate, London, UK; Full-time, salaried, 35 hours/week; Posted: 2025-05-21; Deadline: 2025-06-01.

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RBC is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace of respect, belonging, and opportunity for all.

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