Compliance Consultant

SimplyBiz PLC; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SimplyBiz PLC in Manchester is seeking an experienced Compliance Consultant to join threesixty's Compliance Helpdesk team. You will deliver regulatory guidance to FCA-authorised firms across investment, pension, protection and mortgage sectors, handling enquiries and reviewing documents.

You will support Consumer Duty, SM&CR and governance matters, assist with authorisation applications, and build trusted client relationships while developing technical and client-facing expertise.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' experience in a compliance, risk or regulatory role within financial services.
• Experience advising FCA-authorised firms or working within an FCA-regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of FCA regulatory requirements and the FCA Handbook.
• Experience reviewing regulatory documentation and providing written feedback.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client compliance enquiries by telephone, email and video meeting.
• Provide practical guidance on FCA regulatory requirements.
• Review financial promotions, client agreements, disclosure documents, websites and consumer communications.
• Support firms with Consumer Duty, complaints handling, SM&CR and wider governance matters.
• Assist with FCA authorisation applications, variations of permission and regulatory notifications.
• Review regulatory returns and provide feedback to firms.
• Research regulatory developments and technical compliance issues.
• Contribute to articles, webinars, guidance notes and client events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent Level 4 regulated financial services qualification)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Compliance Consultant

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Department: Compliance Helpdesk

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Manchester

Description

Role Overview:

As a Compliance Consultant, you will join threesixty's Compliance Helpdesk team, providing regulatory support to FCA-authorised firms across the investment, pension, protection and mortgage sectors. You'll respond to client compliance enquiries, review a range of regulatory documentation, and support firms through everything from Consumer Duty and SM&CR to FCA authorisation applications.

This is a varied and technically challenging role suited to someone who wants to become a trusted source of regulatory guidance while continuing to build their technical and client-facing expertise.

What you'll do

• Respond to client compliance enquiries by telephone, email and video meeting.
• Provide practical guidance on FCA regulatory requirements.
• Review financial promotions, client agreements, disclosure documents, websites and consumer communications.
• Support firms with Consumer Duty, complaints handling, SM&CR and wider governance matters.
• Assist with FCA authorisation applications, variations of permission and regulatory notifications.
• Review regulatory returns and provide feedback to firms.
• Research regulatory developments and technical compliance issues.
• Contribute to articles, webinars, guidance notes and client events.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

What you'll need to succeed:

Essential requirements:

• At least 4 years' experience in a compliance, risk or regulatory role within financial services.
• Experience advising FCA-authorised firms or working within an FCA-regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of FCA regulatory requirements and the FCA Handbook.
• Experience reviewing regulatory documentation and providing written feedback.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (or an equivalent Level 4 regulated financial services qualification).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Desirable requirements:

• Compliance consultancy or network experience.
• Financial promotions review experience.
• Experience supporting FCA applications and regulatory projects.
• Knowledge of Consumer Duty and SM&CR.
• Experience supporting investment and pension advice firms.
• Progress towards Chartered status or other advanced qualifications.

Your approach to work:

• Technically strong and commercially minded, with the ability to explain complex regulatory issues in plain English.
• Client-focused, approachable and responsive.
• Pragmatic and solutions-oriented, capable of exercising sound judgement.
• Committed to continuous professional development.
• A collaborative and supportive team player.

Important to know:

Reporting line: You will report to the Compliance Helpdesk Team Leader.

Location: Hybrid working, ideally attending the South Manchester office approximately two days per week.

Right to Work:

Applicants must already hold a legal right to work in the UK without time restrictions and without the need for future sponsorship. We are unable to provide Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.