Head of Compliance (SMF16) - Pensions

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Compliance (SMF16) to lead compliance for a next-generation pension technology platform in Stoke-on-Trent. The ideal candidate will have experience in compliance leadership with a strong track record of FCA engagement. This role involves overseeing regulatory robustness and providing guidance across business units.

Qualifications

• Experienced Compliance leader with deep pensions knowledge.
• Strong FCA engagement track record; CASS experience is advantageous.
• Confident in challenging leadership and a direct communicator.

Responsibilities

• Be the firm's first Compliance hire, assisting with FCA application and authorization.
• Work with developers to ensure systems and processes are compliant before going live.
• Design, implement, and monitor compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Compliance leadership

FCA engagement

Pensions knowledge

Regulatory guidance

Job description

Head of Compliance (SMF16) - Pensions, Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

Willow Resourcing Limited

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

Job Description:

Role Overview:

Seeking a flexible, remote Head of Compliance (SMF16) to lead compliance for a next-generation pension technology platform backed by a leading FinTech VC. The role involves helping build the business, ensuring regulatory robustness, and acting as the primary FCA contact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the firm's first Compliance hire, assisting with FCA application and authorization.
• Work with developers to ensure systems and processes are compliant before going live.
• Serve as SMF16, maintaining ongoing FCA compliance and managing regulatory interactions.
• Design, implement, and monitor compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures, especially in pensions and CASS.
• Provide regulatory guidance across business units, including new products, operations, and marketing.
• Advise the Board on regulatory developments and impacts on strategy.

Candidate Profile:

• Experienced Compliance leader with deep pensions knowledge (personal pensions, SIPPs, etc.).
• Strong FCA engagement track record; CASS experience is advantageous.
• Confident in challenging leadership and a direct communicator.

If interested, click apply to send your CV. For a confidential discussion, contact Mark at 0121 274 0357 or email at [emailprotected].