Practice Assurance Analyst

Xeinadin Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business advisory firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Practice Assurance Analyst to support their internal compliance function. This role involves preparing regulatory submissions, managing compliance processes, and liaising with regulators. The ideal candidate will have experience in practice assurance, strong organizational skills, and effective communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme, annual leave, and life assurance.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Flexible Benefits platform

Private Medical Insurance options

Qualifications

• Experience in practice assurance or within a professional services environment.
• Confidence in liaising with regulators and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in policy development, audits, or regulatory reporting is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A professional, collaborative attitude with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of regulatory submissions to relevant regulatory bodies accurately and on time.
• Management and oversight of a tracker for all regulatory submissions, escalating issues as needed.
• Communication with internal operational teams and external regulators to resolve queries and compliance issues effectively.
• Oversight and monitoring of complaints, supporting investigations and resolutions.
• Responding to internal compliance queries and assisting teams with policy interpretation and application.
• Supporting the development and implementation of internal compliance policies and procedures.
• Conducting internal compliance audits and practice reviews, reporting findings, and supporting continuous improvement.

Job description

Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland united to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our mission is to provide locally tailored, trusted business advice to SMEs through close-knit, forward-thinking relationships. Our people are the driving force behind our success, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities while supporting their individual specialisms. With over 2,500 colleagues across regional offices, we operate collaboratively, combining expertise to maximize potential.

Description

We are seeking a Senior Practice Assurance Analyst to support our internal compliance function. This key role ensures we meet regulatory obligations while maintaining high standards of professional excellence across our group. You will work closely with operational teams, support the development of internal policies, and liaise directly with external regulators, including relevant regulatory bodies.

You will be responsible for preparing and overseeing regulatory submissions, tracking compliance processes, responding to internal queries, and fostering a culture of compliance and good governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of regulatory submissions to relevant regulatory bodies accurately and on time.
• Management and oversight of a tracker for all regulatory submissions, escalating issues as needed.
• Communication with internal operational teams and external regulators to resolve queries and compliance issues effectively.
• Oversight and monitoring of complaints, supporting investigations and resolutions.
• Responding to internal compliance queries and assisting teams with policy interpretation and application.
• Supporting the development and implementation of internal compliance policies and procedures.
• Conducting internal compliance audits and practice reviews, reporting findings, and supporting continuous improvement.

Key Requirements

• Experience in practice assurance or within a professional services environment.
• Confidence in liaising with regulators and internal stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in policy development, audits, or regulatory reporting is highly desirable.

Additional Requirements

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A professional, collaborative attitude with the ability to work independently and contribute to a wider compliance team.

Model

Office Based

Salary

Salary: Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional leave days at certain seniority levels
• Option to buy up to 5 extra leave days
• Business closure over Christmas
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• Flexible Benefits platform with options like:
• Private Medical Insurance (single or family)
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental

Subject to business needs and exceptions