Compliance Officer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Recognise Bank seeks a Compliance Officer to support their compliance agenda amidst regulatory frameworks by ensuring the business operates within FCA and PRA guidelines. This hands-on role offers exposure across various legal aspects and promotes a culture of accountability and integrity within a fast-paced financial setting.

Benefits

Generous Time Off: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

4 weeks of Work From Anywhere allowance per year

Support for professional growth through tailored training

Flexible working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in compliance, regulatory, or risk role.
• Strong knowledge of PRA and FCA regulations.
• Familiarity with regulatory topics like AML, SMCR, GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and updating compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine compliance monitoring.
• Support with AML and financial crime advice and monitoring.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Legal Qualification

Job description

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Our vision is to become the UK’s leading business bank, providing

tailored lending and savings solutions designed to meet the unique needs of modern SMEs.

Founded in 2017 by experienced business owners, Recognise Bank was born out of a shared

frustration with the traditional banking industry’s lack of understanding, flexibility, and

certainty for small and medium-sized businesses. We believed there was a better way to

serve the SME community—and we set out to create it.

In 2021, we received our banking licence and quickly built a strong community of loyal

business customers, supported by our dedicated, diverse, and expert team.

At Recognise Bank, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of

flexible lending solutions and secure, FSCS-protected savings accounts with competitive

interest rates, empowering businesses to thrive with confidence.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a bright, commercially-minded Compliance Officer

to join Recognise Bank and support the delivery of our compliance agenda, ensuring we

operate within the legal and regulatory frameworks set by the FCA, PRA, and other

This is a broad and hands-on role that offers exposure across legal, governance, regulatory,

and compliance areas—including financial crime—while working closely with teams across

the business to help navigate day-to-day regulatory challenges. You’ll contribute to

maintaining a strong compliance framework that supports sustainable growth and reflects

our commitment to integrity and ethical conduct.

This is a great opportunity for a compliance professional looking to deepen their experience

and gain wider business exposure in a dynamic, fast-paced financial services environment.

You’ll support the identification and management of regulatory compliance and financial

crime risks, assist in monitoring and reporting activity and play a key role in embedding

compliance into the fabric of the business. With opportunities to engage with senior

stakeholders and regulators, this role will put you at the heart of our efforts to maintain a

culture of accountability and trust.

Key Responsibilities

● Assist in maintaining and updating compliance policies, procedures, and registers.

● Conduct routine compliance monitoring and support the delivery of the annual

Compliance Monitoring Plan.

● Support in the review and approval of financial promotions and marketing materials.

● Monitor regulatory updates and assist in assessing their impact on business

operations.

● Support with AML and financial crime advice and monitoring, including customer

onboarding checks and transaction reviews.

● Assist with the investigation and reporting of compliance breaches or incidents.

● Prepare and maintain accurate compliance records, reports and MI for internal and

external stakeholders.

● Help deliver compliance training and awareness sessions across the business.

● Support the implementation and ongoing management of the SMCR framework.

● Work collaboratively with teams across the bank to embed a strong compliance

culture.

Required Qualifications

● Legal qualification welcomed.

● 3–5 years of experience in a compliance, regulatory, or risk role within PRA & FCA

regulated financial services including deposit taking and lending activities.

● Strong knowledge of PRA and FCA regulations and requirements.

● Familiarity with key regulatory topics including AML, SMCR, GDPR.

● Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

● Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

● Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving

● Professional compliance qualifications (e.g. ICA, CISI) are a plus but not essential..

● Generous Time Off: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

● Work From Anywhere: 4 weeks of Work From Anywhere allowance per year.

● Learning & Development: Support for professional growth through tailored training

and development programs.

● Hybrid Working: Flexible working model with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote

Recognise Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed

to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.