Head of Risk

Mature Accountants ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm seeks a Head of Risk and Compliance to oversee regulatory compliance and risk management. This senior-level position involves working closely with regulatory bodies and shaping a culture of compliance. The role includes managing the Enterprise Risk Management Framework and requires at least three years of experience in a similar environment, with attractive hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid working model with flexibility

Supportive, mission-driven team

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in risk/compliance within financial services.
• Knowledge of SM&CR and regulatory frameworks (FCA, PRA).
• Ability to lead internal audits and manage risk registers.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for PRA, FCA, and other regulators.
• Own and manage the Enterprise Risk Management Framework and risk register.
• Ensure GDPR compliance and review external communications and contracts.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Relationship management

Education

Compliance certification (MLRO or AML)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Head of Risk and ComplianceSalary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum negotiable for an experienced candidateLocation: West London (Hybrid Working)Job Type: Full-time

We're looking for a responsible, trusted and analytical Head of Risk and Compliance to join our client. This is a senior-level position offering the opportunity to shape and lead the risk and compliance function within a regulated financial services environment.

About the RoleReporting to the CEO, you'll be the organisation's compliance expert, responsible for overseeing our risk management framework and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. You'll act as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and be registered for the SMF17 function with the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA).

You will play a key role in identifying business risks, recommending solutions, managing relationships with regulatory bodies (FCA, PRA), and fostering a culture of compliance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for the PRA, FCA, and other regulators
• Own and manage the Enterprise Risk Management Framework and risk register
• Maintain and ensure the accuracy and currency of compliance-related policies and procedures
• Oversee complaints and incidents, manage internal audit processes and follow-up
• Ensure GDPR compliance and review external communications and contracts
• Monitor key processes such as KYC, AML, FSCS, and outsourcing
• Attend Risk Committee and Board meetings, advising on key risk issues

About YouYou're detail-oriented, proactive, and a team player who can work collaboratively across departments. You have a strong understanding of financial regulations, and your background demonstrates experience in risk roles within financial services.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' experience in risk/compliance within financial services
• Compliance certification (MLRO or AML desirable)
• Knowledge of SM&CR and regulatory frameworks (FCA, PRA)
• Strong communication skills and relationship management
• Ability to lead internal audits and manage risk registers
• Working knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel

Desirable

• Experience with consumer credit, lending, or savings
• Prior work in a PRA-regulated organisation

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team
• Lead a critical function with real impact
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Competitive salary and benefits