Compliance Officer (London)

Acadian Asset Management LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm is seeking a Compliance Officer for its London office to join a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business and 3-5 years of compliance experience at an investment manager. Responsibilities include reviewing marketing materials for FCA compliance and understanding regulations such as MiFID II and AML. This role requires strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Candidates with experience in retail/wealth sectors are particularly encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Strong benefits

Casual office culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant compliance experience at an authorized investment manager.
• Experience with MiFID II, AIFMD, UCITS, SMCR, Consumer Duty, AML regulations, GDPR, IFPR and EMIR is highly desirable.
• Experience in the retail/wealth sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve marketing materials for compliance with FCA Rules and regulations.
• Oversee distribution agreements to ensure compliance.
• Review clients for KYC and AML compliance.
• Assist with the preparation of regulatory reporting.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of the FCA handbook

Attention to detail

Team orientation

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related subject

Tools

Star Compliance

Bridger

Job description

Acadian Asset Management is a global, systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston, with locations in Singapore, London, and Sydney, we manage over $120 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwide—including pension funds, endowments, foundations, and sovereign wealth funds. We harness advanced technology, rich datasets, and multidisciplinary expertise to help clients navigate complex markets and uncover insights that may be overlooked by traditional approaches.

What sets Acadian apart is our people. We foster a collaborative, intellectually curious environment where ideas are tested, diverse perspectives are welcomed, and innovation thrives. We're united by a shared purpose: delivering effective client outcomes and supporting one another in work that's both challenging and rewarding. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, strong benefits, and a casual but focused office culture—all designed to support the meaningful, collaborative work that defines Acadian.

Position Overview

The Compliance Officer will be employed with Acadian Asset Management (UK) Limited in London and will be part of Acadian's global compliance team. The position will report to Acadian (UK)'s Director, Legal & Compliance in developing, implementing, testing, and enforcing Acadian's Compliance Program. Acadian supports a hybrid work environment; employees are on-site in the London office 3 days a week.

What You'll Do

• Review and approve marketing and advertising materials, including, but limited to, prospect books, fact sheets, RFPs and due diligence questionnaires, to ensure compliance with the requirements of FCA Rules, the UCITS directive and other relevant UK and EU regulations.
• Oversee distribution agreements to confirm compliance.
• Review and approve personal trading and other required reporting under the firm's Code of Ethics.
• Review clients and prospects for KYC and AML compliance.
• Prepare compliance specific reporting for clients as needed.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of required regulatory reporting.
• Assist with the review of client mandates to ensure compliance with contractual, firm, and regulatory requirements.
• Other compliance related responsibilities as directed.

We're Looking for Teammates With

• Bachelor's degree in Business or other related subject and 3-5 years of relevant compliance experience at an authorized investment manager.
• Strong working knowledge of the FCA handbook.
• Strong Experience with the review and approval of marketing and advertising materials.
• A working knowledge of many of the following is highly desirable: MiFID II, AIFMD, UCITS, SMCR, Consumer Duty, AML regulations, GDPR, IFPR and EMIR.
• Experience in the retail/wealth sector is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail; Proven ability to handle simultaneous multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines with limited oversight and support.
• Team orientation and willingness to engage in tasks of all sizes; Great communication skills.
• Experience with the use Star Compliance and Bridger are a plus.

To apply for this position or view Acadian's open roles, please visit the Careers section of our website at: http://www.acadian-asset.com/careers/Job-opportunities. We will contact only selected candidates. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [e-mail].

Acadian Asset Management LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy or parenthood, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.