Private Equity Enablement Senior Manager - Ethics

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Private Equity Enablement Senior Manager to join its Ethics team in Manchester. This role emphasizes the importance of ethics in audit firms, particularly in managing compliance and independence responsibilities. As a subject matter expert in Private Equity, you will guide practitioners and collaborate with various teams to enhance processes and ensure adherence to regulations. Join a forward-thinking organization that values authenticity, supports agile working, and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you are proactive, skilled in communication, and passionate about ethical practices, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting ethical standards or regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations practically.

Responsibilities

• Support the Private Equity Leadership team in firmwide PE activities.
• Collaborate with Ethics and Learning & Development teams.

Skills

Interpretation of ethical standards

Knowledge of UK and international ethics codes

Risk management

Strong communication skills

Project management

Job description

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Private Equity Enablement Senior Manager - Ethics, Manchester

Client: BDO UK

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3aa47bda8c7e

Job Views: 11

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO, an accountancy and business advisory firm providing advice and solutions to entrepreneurial organizations navigating today’s changing world.

We work with Britain’s high-growth, ambitious businesses that fuel the economy, advising their owners and management teams.

We’ll broaden your horizons

In FY23, income from Private Equity houses and PE-backed businesses reached £181m, a 25% increase from the previous year. The firm plans to accelerate this growth with strategic investments.

Ethics is increasingly important for audit firms and their networks, especially regarding regulatory compliance and public interest independence responsibilities, both domestically and internationally. This is critical as BDO expands its global relationships and manages complex ownership structures.

The Ethics team supports the firm’s commitment to high quality, independence, and ethics, overseeing new systems to identify and manage risks to independence and conflicts of interest, which are top priorities for leadership.

This role also supports growth in the Private Equity sector, serving as a subject matter expert on PE, emphasizing correct processes for targeting, understanding affiliates, and complying with global MSAs.

We’ll help you succeed

Our work emphasizes quality, delivering trusted, transparent audits relied upon by stakeholders.

You should be proactive, capable of managing your tasks, collaborating effectively, and communicating with senior stakeholders to deliver value.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Private Equity Leadership team in firmwide PE activities
• Collaborating with Ethics and Learning & Development teams to upskill practitioners
• Managing MSA obligations with international firms
• Supporting the KAMA programme from a family tree/independence perspective
• Maintaining records for the PE Designation committee
• Guiding PE practitioners on targeting and understanding affiliates
• Working with global project teams to develop compliant systems

Candidate profile:

• Experience interpreting ethical standards or regulatory frameworks
• Knowledge of UK and international ethics codes
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations practically
• Understanding of risk management and conflicts of interest
• Strong communication skills, confident in engaging with all levels
• Ability to build trusted relationships and work independently
• Excellent organizational and project management skills

We value authenticity, support agile working, and offer career development resources. Our culture emphasizes mutual support, respect, and collaboration, backed by modern workspace facilities. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment.

We’re looking forward to the future

At BDO, we support entrepreneurial success and invest in our people, helping you achieve your goals and shape the future with integrity and expertise.