Head of Institutional Compliance

IG Group Holdings plc; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company based in London is seeking a Head of Institutional Compliance to oversee compliance programs for institutional clients. The role involves addressing regulatory risks, ensuring compliance across jurisdictions, and managing a team of compliance professionals. This hybrid position offers tailored development programs, flexible benefits, and a commitment to inclusive practices.

Benefits

Tailored development programs

Flexible benefits

Private medical and life insurance

Gym contributions

Unlimited LinkedIn Learning access

Additional holidays

Inclusive networks and ESG initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years in compliance with an emphasis on institutional banking.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulations (BSA/AML, OFAC, MiFID II).
• Proven leadership and influence skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement compliance programs for all institutional client segments.
• Monitor regulatory changes and their impact on operations.
• Lead examinations and compliance audits.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Financial Products Knowledge

Team Leadership

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

Education

Advanced Degree in Law, Business, or Finance

Professional Compliance Certification

Job description

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Head of Institutional Compliance, London

Client:

IG Group Holdings plc

Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Head of Institutional Compliance

About IG Group

We are an FTSE250 FinTech company operating platforms for trading stocks, shares, leveraged products, futures, options, and crypto. With offices in 18 countries and products in 16 regions, we aim to innovate and grow rapidly while providing excellent customer experiences.

Your Role

The Head of Institutional Compliance is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing compliance programs across all institutional client segments, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls for regulatory compliance across jurisdictions and financial products, including digital assets.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on business operations.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage regulatory relationships and lead examinations, audits, investigations.
• Report compliance matters to senior management and regulators.
• Lead and develop a team of compliance professionals and deliver training programs.

Key Deliverables

• Effective management of compliance risks.
• Successful regulatory examinations and audits.
• Timely implementation of regulatory changes.
• High satisfaction ratings from business partners.
• Innovative compliance solutions supporting growth.

Work Style

We follow a hybrid working model, balancing in-office collaboration with remote work. Our core principles include leading and inspiring teams, thinking big, championing clients, delivering at pace, and raising the bar. We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices.

Requirements

• 10+ years in compliance, with 5+ years in institutional or corporate banking.
• Strong knowledge of financial products, including digital assets.
• Advanced degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related fields.
• Professional compliance certification preferred.
• Thorough understanding of relevant regulations (BSA/AML, OFAC, MiFID II, etc.).
• Proven leadership and influence skills.

Perks

• Tailored development programs, mentoring, and career progression.
• Flexible benefits, private medical, life insurance, gym contributions.
• Additional holidays, unlimited LinkedIn Learning access.
• Inclusive networks and ESG initiatives.

Join us on this exciting journey. Apply now!