Compliance Officer - Hedge Fund

OCR Alpha; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset management firm in London seeks a senior compliance professional to support the Head of Compliance. This high-profile role offers exposure to senior management and ownership of key compliance initiatives. Responsibilities include trading floor compliance, regulatory change, and support on global projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in a hedge fund or large asset manager, strong knowledge of UK/EU regulations, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of compliance experience within a hedge fund or large asset manager.
• Experience with trading advisory is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Compliance and partner with global colleagues.
• Take ownership of key compliance initiatives.
• Focus on trading floor compliance, market abuse controls, and regulatory change.

Skills

Compliance experience

Knowledge of UK/EU regulatory frameworks

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Job Description

I am partnered with a global multi-strat hedge fund looking for a senior compliance professional to support the Head of Compliance and partner with colleagues globally.

This is a high-profile role within the London office, offering exposure to senior management and the opportunity to take ownership of key compliance initiatives. Areas of focus will include trading floor compliance, market abuse controls, regulatory change, and broader support across global projects.

Key Requirements

• At least 5 years’ compliance experience within a hedge fund or large asset manager; trading advisory background advantageous
• Strong knowledge of UK / EU regulatory frameworks, with experience across surveillance, monitoring, and regulatory engagement
• Excellent communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders
• Strong academic background
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment