Regulatory Compliance Analyst

PaymentGenes; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial compliance team in Greater London is seeking a motivated Regulatory Compliance Analyst. The role involves monitoring regulatory developments, preparing compliance documentation, and supporting financial crime projects. Ideal candidates should have graduate-level education in finance or a related field, 1-2 years of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. This position offers hybrid working, hands-on training, and support for professional certifications alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Hands-on training and mentoring

Exposure to regulatory frameworks

Support for professional certifications

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in financial services (compliance, risk, operations preferred).
• Strong interest in regulatory compliance and payment services.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor regulatory developments related to payment services.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and notifications.
• Maintain and update compliance policies and documentation.
• Support regulatory projects and ensure audit-readiness.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Graduate-level education in finance, business, law, economics or related field

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Regulatory Compliance Analyst to join a growing Financial Crime team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional to build a career in regulatory compliance within financial services with a focus on payment services electronic money regulations and FCA / PRA obligations.

The successful candidate will provide essential support in regulatory reporting data submissions and compliance documentation while gaining hands‑on experience and training in the sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor regulatory developments related to payment services electronic money PSD2 FCA / PRA rules and other applicable regulations.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports, returns, and notifications (e.g., EMR / PSR obligations transaction reporting).
• Maintain and update compliance policies, procedures and documentation in line with regulatory changes.
• Support regulatory projects including product launch compliance requirements.
• Conduct research on regulatory obligations and compile data for compliance purposes.
• Ensure documentation is audit‑ready and supports regulatory inspections.
• Provide administrative and analytical support to senior compliance team members.

Requirements

Graduate‑level education in finance, business, law, economics or a related field.

1–2 years experience in financial services (compliance, risk, operations or related areas preferred).

Strong attention to detail, organization and accuracy.

Analytical mindset and ability to work with regulatory data.

Proactive, eager to learn and able to take ownership of tasks.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Genuine interest in regulatory compliance, payment services and financial regulations.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or equivalent preferred) and 5–7 years of accounting experience, including exposure to cash flow management and payroll. Strong knowledge of Dutch accounting standards and financial regulations. Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills. Analytical mindset, excellent attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities. Performance indicators: Accuracy and timeliness of daily cash flow and forecast reporting; Compliance with payroll deadlines and statutory requirements; Quality and integrity of financial records and reconciliations; Audit readiness and outcomes; Implementation of process improvements and efficiency gains.

Benefits

• Hands‑on training and mentoring in regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Exposure to regulatory frameworks, senior stakeholders and operational compliance processes.
• Support for professional certifications (e.g., ICA or equivalent).
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Hybrid working

Hybrid working : 3 days in our London office 2 days remote.

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