Compliance Manager

Fintelligent Search; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services brokerage in Bolton is looking for an experienced Compliance Manager. This role involves owning the compliance function, developing policies, ensuring regulatory adherence, and leading a compliance team. Ideal candidates will have management experience in financial services, particularly in specialist lending. A supportive work environment and genuine opportunities for career progression await successful applicants. A negotiable salary starts at £50,000+, with 25 days annual leave and no weekend work.

Benefits

Negotiable salary

25 days annual leave, no weekends

Supportive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven compliance experience at management or head-of level within financial services.
• Experience in specialist lending is preferred.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience managing or mentoring teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Conduct compliance monitoring and audits, identifying gaps.
• Provide guidance and training on compliance matters.
• Investigate compliance issues or breaches.

Skills

Compliance experience

Financial services knowledge

Leadership skills

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Compliance professional to join a growing financial services brokerage in Bolton. This role is open to candidates with management or head-of-level experience, particularly within specialist lending, who are looking for an opportunity to own the compliance function and grow the team.

What We Offer

• Negotiable salary - DOE - £50,000+
• 25 days annual leave, no bank holidays or weekend working
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Genuine career progression in a growing lender

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and frameworks.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements, including FCA rules and AML obligations.
• Conduct compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and audits, identifying gaps and recommending solutions.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to staff on compliance matters.
• Investigate compliance issues or breaches, escalating serious matters where necessary.
• Act as a point of contact with regulators and respond to regulatory enquiries.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management, highlighting risks and mitigation strategies.
• Lead or support the growth and development of the compliance function and team.
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership (Head of Compliance level) on regulatory changes, compliance risks, and business impact.
• Drive continuous improvement in compliance processes, systems, and controls.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven compliance experience at management or head-of level within financial services.
• Experience in specialist lending is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, risk management, and compliance best practices.
• Proactive, confident, and capable of shaping the role to suit business needs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience managing or mentoring teams (for head-level candidates).

This is a unique opportunity to take a hands-on and strategic compliance role in a growing, supportive brokerage while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

If you are interested in this Compliance Manager role please apply with your up to date CV for consideration.

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