Regulatory Change & Compliance Manager

St. James's Place; Cirencester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Cirencester is seeking a Regulatory Change & Compliance Manager. You will lead compliance initiatives, working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure regulatory alignment and effective implementation of changes. To succeed, a strong background in financial services and knowledge of FCA regulations are essential. The role offers a hybrid work environment, a competitive compensation package, and a supportive company culture that values integrity and customer focus.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

10% non-contributory pension

Responsibilities

• Analyse and advise on regulatory changes impacting Partner Finance.
• Ensure the division exceeds regulatory obligations while managing risk.
• Maintain relationships with compliance and risk functions.
• Monitor regulatory changes and inform management.
• Prepare compliance reports for Executive Committees.

Skills

Compliance initiatives

Risk management

FCA regulation knowledge

Stakeholder influencing

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in risk management, compliance, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to chart your own career path? With our refreshed strategy, we're building on our rich heritage and transforming our business to be more scalable and efficient, unlocking the capabilities needed for future success. This includes significantly investing in technology, streamlining the way we work and creating an environment where colleagues feel engaged, empowered and accountable; where they can show up, speak up and perform - because we believe in the difference our work makes.

Location & Workplace

Location: Cirencester Office or Bristol office

Workplace Type: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Employment Type: Permanent

Seniority: Mid-Senior Level

About the role

Partner Finance plays a critical role in supporting the growth and succession of Partner businesses across the Partnership through its BSP and lending schemes. As Regulatory Change & Compliance Manager, you will be central to ensuring Partner Finance operates within regulatory requirements while continuing to deliver strong outcomes for Partners and clients. Working closely with the Head of Risk, Change & Regulatory Compliance, you will help shape how regulatory change is interpreted, implemented and embedded across the division, balancing compliance obligations with commercial priorities and risk appetite.

What you'll be doing

• Analysing, interpreting and advising on regulatory and legislative changes impacting Partner Finance, ensuring timely and effective implementation
• Ensuring the division meets, and where possible exceeds, regulatory obligations while operating within agreed risk appetite
• Owning and maintaining strong relationships with second and third line functions including Compliance, Group Risk and Internal Audit
• Monitoring the regulatory horizon and proactively informing senior management of upcoming changes and their potential impact
• Providing specialist compliance and regulatory advice on policies, processes and controls
• Preparing and presenting regulatory compliance papers and reports to Executive Committees
• Leading and contributing Partner Finance expertise to Group-wide regulatory and legislative change programmes
• Ensuring robust documentation, audit trails and governance are in place to support key regulatory decisions

Who we're looking for

We're looking for an experienced regulatory or compliance professional with a strong background in financial services who can operate confidently in a complex, regulated environment. You'll be comfortable interpreting regulation, challenging existing practices and influencing senior stakeholders to drive meaningful change. With a strong sense of integrity and customer focus, you'll balance regulatory compliance with commercial awareness to deliver sustainable outcomes for the business, Partners and clients.

Essential criteria

• Proven experience leading compliance or risk initiatives within a regulated financial services environment
• A degree, postgraduate qualification or professional certification in risk management, compliance or a related discipline
• Strong knowledge of FCA regulation and frameworks, including Consumer Duty, conflict of interest, risk management and compliance controls
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders

Desirable skills

• Experience contributing to large-scale, organisation-wide regulatory or change programmes
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex regulatory requirements and translate them into practical, effective business solutions

What's in it for you?

We reward you for the work you do, whether that's through our discretionary annual bonus scheme that reflects both personal and company performance, competitive annual leave allowance (28 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days), or online rewards platform with a variety of discounts.

We also have benefits to support whatever stage of life you are in, including:

• Competitive parental leave (26 weeks full pay)
• Private medical insurance (optional taxable benefit)
• 10% non-contributory pension (increasing with length of service)

Reasonable Adjustments

We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at [e-mail]

Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.

What's next?

If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clicking 'apply' below and our team will be in touch. As a business regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an interview with SJP.