Head of Compliance UK

Patria Investments; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A Private Equity Fund in Edinburgh is seeking a Head of Compliance to lead the UK compliance function. The role includes overseeing regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance excellence, and driving strategic compliance initiatives across multiple regions. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in senior compliance roles with a deep understanding of FCA and SEC regulations. This is a senior leadership position that requires strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior compliance role ideally with SMF 16/17 Experience.
• Deep understanding of FCA (AIFMD & MIFID) and SEC regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive strategic compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as the appointed Compliance Officer for FCA-regulated entities (SMF16).
• Oversee the Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) program as MLRO (SMF17).
• Develop and implement regional compliance frameworks aligned with global standards.
• Advise senior leadership across regions on compliance matters.
• Monitor regulatory developments for timely adaptations.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory understanding

Risk management

Compliance program development

Job description

Overview

About Patria

Patria is, essentially, a long-lasting and resilient entrepreneurial Partnership, that continually observes reality, anticipates trends and adapts to capture them. Here we are home to professionals who carry this entrepreneurial spirit, who know how to transform ideas into real business opportunities, and who are engaged in the development and perpetuation of the Partnership.

Role Overview

The Head of Compliance UK will be responsible for leading the UK compliance function in a Private Equity Fund of Funds CPMI Firm (AIFMD & MIFID) as well as overseeing elements of US, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific compliance. This senior leadership role will take on the SMF 16 and 17 Designations and will ensure the effective execution of the compliance framework. A hands on role spanning all aspects of compliance, we are looking for a strong compliance leader who wants to deliver excellence in a fast growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Act as the appointed Compliance Officer for FCA-regulated entities (SMF16) and SEC-regulated entities (US CCO).
• Serve as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO – SMF17), overseeing the Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) program.
• Develop and implement regional compliance frameworks aligned with global standards.
• Advise senior leadership across regions on compliance matters and emerging risks.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely adoption of changes.
• Provide regular compliance reporting to Boards, Senior Management, and the Global CCO.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies across business lines.
• Execute and oversee the risk-based compliance monitoring plan.
• Deliver targeted compliance training programs to staff at all levels.
• Promote a strong compliance culture across jurisdictions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory inquiries, audits, and examinations.
• Respond to client due diligence questionnaires (DDQs) from a compliance perspective.
• Oversee execution of the Risk Management Framework and AIFMD Risk Management Process.
• Manage relationships with third-party compliance service providers.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a senior compliance role ideally with SMF 16/17 Experience
• Deep understanding of FCA (AIFMD & MIFID) and SEC regulatory frameworks.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive strategic compliance initiatives.

Diversity:

At Patria we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time.