Compliance Manager

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services leader seeks a Compliance Manager to ensure compliance with regulations and safeguard business integrity. This role involves overseeing compliance practices, managing regulatory changes, and fostering a culture of compliance within the organization. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, experience in the financial services industry, and strong skills in analysis and investigation. This is an opportunity to influence policy and work in a dynamic environment in Greater London.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services industry.
• Knowledge of Jersey/Guernsey AML laws.
• Proven compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement and update compliance policies.
• Monitor regulatory changes.
• Build relationships to promote compliance culture.
• Conduct gap analyses and policy development.
• Report suspicious activities to authorities.
• Maintain AML records.
• Support compliance objectives with senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Time management

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

Join a team where your expertise in compliance and risk management will make a meaningful impact. As a Compliance Manager, you will help safeguard our business and support global initiatives, while advancing your career in a dynamic, collaborative environment. You will be empowered to influence policy, drive best practices, and work alongside talented professionals committed to upholding the highest standards. At J.P. Morgan, your contributions will help ensure our continued success and reputation for integrity. As a Compliance Manager in the Channel Islands Compliance team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our regulated Fund Services and Deposit‑taking businesses. You will help implement and oversee compliance practices, ensuring alignment with global standards and local regulations. You will collaborate with colleagues across the firm, drive consistency in compliance activities, and foster a culture of integrity. Your work will directly contribute to the
firm's risk management and regulatory obligations, making a positive impact on our business and community.
Job responsibilities:

Job responsibilities

• Implement and update policies, procedures, and the local Compliance/AML Manual as needed.
• Monitor regulatory and legislative changes, providing timely advice to ensure compliant business operations.
• Build strong relationships within the location and across the firm to promote a culture of compliance.
• Contribute to Compliance and AML/CFT/CPF risk assessments, testing, monitoring, and new business regulatory reviews.
• Conduct gap analyses and collaborate with partners to develop policies and procedures within and across legal entities.
• Investigate and report suspicious activities, including filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with relevant authorities.
• Maintain accurate records of all AML‑related activities and reports.
• Partner with local Compliance, Management, Board of Directors, and senior firm members to support compliance objectives.
• Act as key person
  (Compliance Officer, MLRO, MLCO) for the legal entity.
• Support regulatory exams, internal and external audits within the Channel Islands Compliance team.
• Collaborate with regional Compliance and Global Financial Crime Compliance (GFCC) teams for divisional activities.
• Deliver high‑quality results while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor's degree and relevant professional qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in the financial services industry.
• Knowledge of Jersey/Guernsey AML and business conduct laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Proven compliance experience or equivalent activities.
• Ability to consistently deliver high‑quality results.
• Team player with strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Positive, professional, and proactive attitude.
• Excellent prioritization and deadline management skills.
• Highly developed writing and communication skills.
• Ability
  summarize complex topics concisely and drive practical outcomes.
• Experience presenting to Senior Management and Legal Entity Boards.
• Sound decision‑making skills, including appropriate escalation.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• In-depth knowledge of Jersey/Guernsey AML/CFT/CPF and regulated business conduct laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Experience in regulated roles and as an appointed 'Key Person' (Compliance Officer, MLRO, MLCO).

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first‑class business in a first‑class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long‑term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success. Our Compliance teams work globally across all lines of business to advise internal stakeholders on the impact of regulatory requirements and how to balance these with the firm's needs. Their diverse mandate means they also provide input on new business strategies, product lines, policies, training, operational processes, risk mitigation and control.