Job Description
Our client is a dynamic Wealth Management firm, committed to delivering exceptional client service through integrity, innovation, and professionalism.
We are currently seeking a full-time, experienced Compliance Manager to join our growing team and ensure our operations remain fully compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
This is an exciting opportunity for a compliance professional with a strong background in Wealth Management, looking to advance their career in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We are recruiting for a CISI Compliance Diploma or equivalent qualified Compliance Manager experience in a similar role.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing advice and answering queries from the business.
- Oversee and manage the Compliance Monitoring Programme for the firm to ensure business activities comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Execute second-line monitoring and surveillance activities in line with the Compliance Monitoring Programme.
- Deputise for the Compliance Officer as required.
- Assist with leading the team on a day-to-day basis, overseeing compliance staff members, assisting them with their development, and answering queries.
- Support the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of the firm’s compliance policies, procedures, and control framework.
- Conduct periodic compliance reviews, including surveillance of investment advisory activities, marketing materials, and client communications.
- Monitor employee conduct, including personal account dealing, gifts and entertainment, and conflicts of interest.
- Prepare monthly compliance reports for senior management and the board.
- Conduct transaction reporting, including reconciliation, monitoring, and submissions related to third-party, institutional, and principal trades.
- Maintain and monitor the Insider Register and assist with market abuse surveillance.
- Conduct internal investigations related to compliance issues and recommend corrective actions where necessary.
- Undertake Training & Competence Reviews.
- Provide compliance support for client onboarding from an AML/KYC perspective, including periodic reviews.
- Perform TR1 shareholding calculations and draft submissions to the FCA.
- Oversee and respond to queries in the compliance and approvals inbox.
- Participate in client service reviews, due diligence meetings, and related projects.
- Assist in the maintenance and updating of compliance manuals, policies, and training materials.
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve compliance processes as the firm grows.
- Provide ad hoc operational support as required.