Compliance Advisor

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing investment bank seeks two Compliance Advisory professionals (VP & Associate) to join their high-performing team. These roles focus on regulatory risk management within a collaborative environment, offering a chance to impact the compliance framework significantly while working closely with various teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Compliance, including 5 years Advisory in investment banking.
• Strong technical understanding of Equities, Fixed Income and Capital Markets.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely compliance advice and guidance on regulatory obligations.
• Collaborate with internal teams during audits and regulatory visits.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Regulatory risk assessment

Compliance frameworks

Commercial judgement

Complex issue management

Education

University degree or equivalent

CISI qualifications

Job description

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Compliance Advisory Roles (VP & Associate) | Investment Banking | London (Hybrid)

We’re working with a growing investment bank to hire two key Compliance Advisory professionals to join a high-performing, collaborative second line team. These roles offer a unique opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, gain exposure to a broad range of products, and contribute meaningfully to the firm’s regulatory risk management and control framework.

Open Roles:

? VP – Compliance Advisory (c. 10+ years’ experience) Up to £110,000 Base

? Associate – Compliance Advisory (c. 5+ years’ experience) Up to £80,000 Base

As part of a small, agile compliance function, you’ll be central to advising on regulatory obligations, challenging business conduct, and enhancing the compliance framework in line with the firm’s growth and strategy. You’ll collaborate closely with Front Office, Risk, Surveillance, and other 2LOD/3LOD teams, with coverage across Equities, Fixed Income, Convertible Bonds, and Capital Markets.

Key Responsibilities (both roles):

• Deliver timely, pragmatic compliance advice to Front Office and Support Functions.
• Provide guidance on new business initiatives, regulatory obligations, and policy implementation.
• Support and/or lead regulatory risk assessments, deep dives, and investigations.
• Contribute to horizon scanning and regulatory change assessments.
• Assist with the development and upkeep of compliance policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Collaborate with internal teams during audits, regulatory visits, and information requests.
• Build trusted relationships with business stakeholders across the firm.
• Drive a culture of compliance, challenge, and conduct risk awareness.

Experience & Requirements:

• 10+ years’ experience in Compliance, with at least 5 years in an Advisory capacity within investment banking.
• Strong technical understanding of products: Equities, Fixed Income, Convertible Bonds, and Capital Markets.
• In-depth knowledge of UK regulations including UK MiFID, MAR, and COBS.
• Experience working with internal control frameworks and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and sound commercial judgement.
• Proven ability to manage complex issues independently and take initiative.

For Associate Level (Mid-Level):

• 5+ years’ Compliance experience, including 2+ in an Advisory role.
• Knowledge of investment banking products and relevant regulatory obligations.
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative, delivery-focused approach.
• Eagerness to learn and take ownership within a lean, engaged team.
• University degree or equivalent.
• CISI qualifications (preferred but not essential).

These are ideal roles for professionals who enjoy variety, visibility, and working in a close-knit environment where your impact is tangible.