Compliance Project Manager - 12-month FTC

Quantexa; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in London is seeking an experienced Compliance Project Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in enhancing the compliance framework and managing compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in compliance project management and strong regulatory knowledge. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Income protection

Cycle Scheme

TechScheme

Free Calm App Subscription

Company-wide socials

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in compliance project management.
• Good understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive compliance programme.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments to identify gaps.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Skills

Compliance risk assessments

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant professional certifications (CCEP, CRCM)

Job description

What we’re all about.

We find, when we come together in the pursuit of excellence, great things happen. And that’s how we do things at Quantexa – together. Our business is data, but our culture is collective. We’re about growth – but not just the bottom line. We create a culture where people feel empowered to do their best work. We might work across continents and time zones, but that doesn’t stop us from collaborating. We’re connected. We celebrate our successes together, and we unite to tackle the challenges. 41% of our colleagues come from an ethnic or religious minority background. We speak over 20 languages across our 47 nationalities, creating a sense of belonging for all.

At Q, we’re looking for people who share that vision. People like you.

The opportunity.

Quantexa is seeking an experienced Compliance Project Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support the ongoing development and enhancement of our compliance framework. As the business continues to grow and evolve, so too does the complexity and scope of our compliance obligations. This role is critical in ensuring that we proactively address these challenges and maintain a robust, effective compliance posture. The successful candidate will be instrumental in managing and coordinating key compliance initiatives, helping Quantexa meet immediate priorities arising from recent investor engagements and strategic objectives.

This position sits within the Chief Operating Officer (COO) function and offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of compliance, governance, and operational excellence. As part of the COO team, you will play a pivotal role in driving the delivery of multiple, concurrent compliance workstreams. The role is designed as an interim solution to provide structure and leadership during this important phase, bridging the gap until a permanent Head of Compliance is appointed to lead and own the global compliance function. Your contribution will help establish a solid foundation that will enable long-term compliance success and support the company’s continued expansion.

What you’ll be doing.

• Compliance Programme Development and Delivery: Design, implement, and drive a comprehensive compliance enhancement programme tailored to our expanding operations. Coordinate investor-aligned actions across all internal workstreams, including due diligence, sanctions screening, vendor and partner assessments, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Programme Continuity: Establish a structured foundation with clear documentation, enabling the incoming Head of Compliance to assume ownership confidently and maintain continuity of the compliance programme.

• Compliance Risk Assessments and Mitigation planning: Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential compliance gaps and vulnerabilities. Develop and execute effective strategies to mitigate risks and ensure ongoing compliance.

• Policy and Procedure Management: Assist in developing, formalising, and maintaining clear, practical compliance policies, procedures, and standards. Collaborate closely with other business functions to integrate their compliance responsibilities seamlessly and embed into daily operational processes.

• Governance and Reporting: Support the design, implementation, and continual alignment of compliance-related governance frameworks and reporting structures. Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure compliance maturity, programme effectiveness, and progress against organisational, investor, and regulatory commitments.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with Legal, People, Operations, Finance, Information Security, and other key stakeholders and sponsors to ensure transparency, consistency, and auditability of compliance processes across the organisation.

• Training and Awareness: Identify, develop, and oversee compliance training and awareness programmes to ensure employees at all levels understand their obligations and the critical importance of compliance within their daily roles.

• Monitoring and Reporting: Establish robust monitoring systems to track compliance performance, analyse key metrics, and report findings to senior leadership.

• Regulatory Intelligence and Adaptation: Stay informed of changes in relevant laws and regulations, adapting the compliance framework proactively to meet evolving requirements.

• Audit Coordination and Continuous Improvement: Work with internal teams and coordinate internal and external compliance audits from various requirements. Evaluate the effectiveness of the compliance programme and implement necessary enhancements.

What you’ll bring.

• Experience: A minimum of Ten years’ experience in compliance project management, ideally within the technology scale up sectors. Demonstrated success in establishing or scaling compliance programmes in dynamic, fast-paced, and rapidly evolving environments.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Good understanding of relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices across multiple jurisdictions. Proven ability to interpret and apply complex regulations to business operations effectively.

• Communication and Collaboration: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership, legal teams, operational departments, and external partners.

• Project Management: Strong project management capabilities, with a meticulous attention to detail and a track record of driving complex, multi-stream projects to successful completion within tight deadlines. Ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands efficiently.

• Certifications: Possession of relevant professional certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), or equivalent credentials is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage.

• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Proven analytical skills with the ability to identify compliance risks and develop practical solutions. A proactive approach to continuous improvement and risk mitigation.

• Adaptability: Ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing environment, demonstrating resilience, flexibility, and a proactive mindset to address emerging compliance challenges.

Our perks and quirks

What makes you Q will help you to realise your full potential, flourish and enjoy what you do, while being recognised and rewarded with our broad range of benefits.

We offer

• Competitive salary
• Private healthcare, Life Insurance & Income Protection
• Cycle Scheme and TechScheme
• Free Calm App Subscription #1 app for meditation, relaxation and sleep ️
• Ongoing personal development
• Great WeWork Office Space & Company wide socials

Our mission

We have one mission. To help businesses grow. To make data easier. And to make the world a better place. We’re not a start-up. Not anymore. But we’ve not been around that long either. What we are is a collection of bright, passionate minds harnessing complexities and helping our clients and their communities. One culture, made of many. Heading in one direction – the future.

It's all about you

Quantexa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment, where everyone feels welcome, valued, and respected. We want to hear from people who are passionate about their work and align with our values. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, colour, ancestry, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital, disability, or veteran status. Whoever you are, if you’re a curious, caring, and authentic human being who wants to help push the boundaries of what’s possible, we want to hear from you.

Internal pay equity across departments is crucial to our global compensation philosophy. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of experience, education, training, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data.

Quantexa is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our talent acquisition processes. If you require support, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team.

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