Compliance Administrator

WE Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Compliance Administrator to join a dynamic team in the City of London. This role includes managing various compliance inquiries, maintaining accurate records, and supporting organizational projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong compliance background, exceptional administrative skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Benefits include 30 days of annual leave, a healthcare scheme, and opportunities for hybrid work after training.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Vitality healthcare scheme

Auto enrolment pension

Wellness room

Games room

Qualifications

• Experience in governance, audit, quality assurance, or regulatory environments.
• Confident in decision-making and presenting cases.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for compliance-related enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and data.
• Manage your personal caseload of applications and amendments.
• Coordinate virtual and in-person meetings.

Skills

Proven experience in compliance

Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Knowledge of data protection / GDPR

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

DocuSign

Xero

Job description

Compliance Administrator

Location: City of London | Hybrid working available after training

WE Talent are working with a busy, dynamic City of London business seeking an experienced Compliance Administrator to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a strong compliance, governance or regulatory background who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will manage a varied caseload of enquiries and applications, work autonomously, and contribute to wider projects and organisational initiatives alongside your day-to-day responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for licensing, registration, or compliance-related enquiries via phone and email, providing clear guidance and signposting information as required
• Maintaining accurate records, logs, and data in digital platforms and Excel trackers
• Managing your personal caseload of applications and amendments, including screening checks such as Know Your Client (KYC)
• Attending case review meetings, presenting cases to the team, and contributing to discussions on next steps and actions
• Supporting projects alongside your routine workload, including updates to the company website, drafting and adapting communications, process documents, and designing forms
• Coordinating and administering virtual (Teams / Zoom) and in-person meetings, including panel hearings and other stakeholder events
• Overseeing day-of logistics for meetings and events, including venue bookings, technical arrangements, and guest reception
• Assisting with annual licence / registration renewal processes, audit support, and other compliance-related projects
• Supporting wider organisational activities as required, including complaints, inspections, and administrative tasks for senior leadership
• Promoting professional qualifications and regulatory benefits through web content, events, and communications

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking an experienced, proactive compliance professional with strong administrative skills, capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Essential qualities include :

• Proven experience in compliance, governance, audit, quality assurance, or regulatory environments
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects under pressure, with a high degree of autonomy
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with confidence in decision-making and presenting cases to colleagues
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to draft a variety of correspondence
• Strong IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel – intermediate), with experience of DocuSign or Xero advantageous
• Knowledge of data protection / GDPR and experience applying it in practice
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
• Collaborative, flexible, and able to support multiple stakeholders

What’s on offer

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Vitality healthcare scheme
• Auto enrolment pension
• Hybrid working option after training
• 35-hour week
• Wellness room and games room

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and a busy, high-responsibility environment, with opportunities to work across both routine processes and project-based initiatives.

If you are confident, organised, and thrive in a busy, fast-moving role – apply now!

Suitable for: Compliance Administrators, Compliance Officers, Governance Professionals, Quality Assurance Specialists, Case Handlers

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