Compliance Officer- Financial Services

Virtual Bridges; Swansea; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm is seeking a proactive Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to financial regulations in their Swansea office. The role involves conducting compliance audits, managing risks, and providing training to staff. This part-time position allows for flexible working hours and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

27 days holiday, rising to 31 with service

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme with matched contributions

Sick pay

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave

Death in service cover

Regular social events

Support for professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK financial services regulations, particularly in investment and advisory sectors.
• Experience with anti-money laundering and financial crime prevention.
• Previous experience in a compliance role within financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and compliance audits.
• Monitor and review internal policies for compliance.
• Provide compliance training and guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

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Our client, a respected investment management and financial advisory firm based in Swansea, is seeking a diligent and proactive Compliance Officer to support their compliance function. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to contribute to maintaining the firm's integrity, managing regulatory risks, and ensuring adherence to financial services regulations.

This is a part-time role, ideally spread over 3-4 days (no less than 24 hours/week)

Key Responsibilities

• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting the firm
• Conduct risk assessments and compliance audits to identify and evaluate potential compliance risks
• Monitor and review internal policies and procedures to ensure regulatory alignment
• Interpret regulatory changes and communicate their impact clearly to management and staff
• Assist management in identifying and implementing solutions to compliance challenges
• Implement preventative and corrective measures to mitigate compliance risks
• Provide compliance training and guidance to employees to promote awareness and adherence
• Investigate any irregularities or non-compliance issues and report findings appropriately
• Review marketing materials, presentations, and websites to ensure regulatory compliance
• Support oversight and supervision of advisers to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Prepare reports on compliance status, risks, and issues for management review
• Champion best practices in compliance and contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance controls
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Knowledge of UK financial services regulations, particularly in investment and advisory sectors
• Experience with anti-money laundering, financial crime prevention, and regulatory compliance monitoring
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex regulations and provide clear advice
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively train and inform colleagues
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to compliance tasks
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and escalate issues when necessary
• Previous experience in a compliance role within financial services is preferred
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 27 days holiday, rising to 31 with service
• Flexible working hours
• Pension scheme with matched contributions
• Sick pay
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave
• Death in service cover
• Regular social events (Christmas party, summer party, and more)
• Support for professional qualifications
  
  

Apply now or contact Luke at Brook Street for more information

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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