Compliance Officer - HYBRID

Office Angels; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Compliance Officer for a hybrid role based in Leicester. This position focuses on ensuring compliance with regulations and developing internal frameworks within a mission-driven financial services organization. Successful candidates will have a strong background in compliance roles, knowledge of FCA/PRA regulations, and relevant qualifications such as ICA Compliance/AML. The role includes various benefits such as 25 days holiday and a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday, plus option to buy more

Hybrid working

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu jabs

Regular company events

Qualifications

• Experience in a compliance role within financial services.
• Strong knowledge of FCA/PRA, SM&CR, AML frameworks.
• Familiarity with relevant rulebooks (e.g., SYSC, CONC).
• Analytical mindset and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with FCA/PRA requirements and prepare reports.
• Own the risk register and monitor emerging risks.
• Develop, review, and audit internal compliance frameworks.
• Lead on AML efforts and serve as MLRO if designated.
• Promote compliance awareness through ongoing staff training.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

FCA/PRA knowledge

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

ICA Compliance/AML or Risk diplomas

Job description

Overview

Compliance Officer — Hybrid, based in Leicester

Are you a compliance professional looking for a purpose-driven role where your work directly supports ethical finance and community impact?

We're on the lookout for a Compliance Officer who's passionate about doing things right, not just ticking boxes. This is your opportunity to take the lead on compliance, risk, and regulatory responsibilities within a growing and mission-led financial services organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Compliance Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring we operate with integrity, transparency, and within regulatory frameworks, including FCA, PRA, and AML obligations. You’ll help shape and embed a culture of compliance across the organisation.

• Regulatory Compliance – Keep us in line with FCA/PRA requirements, prepare reports, and stay on top of relevant updates.


• Risk Management – Own the risk register, monitor emerging risks, and maintain the Business Continuity Plan.


• Policies & Procedures – Develop, review, and audit internal compliance frameworks and controls.


• AML & Financial Crime – Lead on AML efforts and serve as MLRO if designated.


• Training & Culture – Promote awareness through ongoing staff training and a strong ethical culture.


• Reporting & Governance – Provide updates to senior leaders and liaise with auditors and regulators.

What We're Looking For

You're someone who naturally spots the details others miss, who's confident working independently, and who can translate complex regulations into clear, practical guidance.

• Experience in a compliance role within financial services


• Strong knowledge of FCA/PRA, SM&CR, AML frameworks


• Familiarity with relevant rulebooks (e.g., SYSC, CONC)


• Relevant qualifications such as ICA Compliance/AML or Risk diplomas


• Analytical mindset and excellent communication skills

What You'll Get in Return

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more


• Hybrid working (East Midlands base)


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Free flu jabs


• Regular company events


• A supportive, collaborative culture with professional development opportunities

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