Regulatory Developments Pillar Lead, UK Regulatory Compliance (Dir) - SOCIETE GENERALE

SOCIETE GENERALE; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in the City of London seeks a Compliance Specialist. The role focuses on regulatory interpretation and the development of governance frameworks. Responsibilities include monitoring UK regulatory developments, providing compliance advice, and managing training programs. Ideal candidates possess strong regulatory knowledge, analytical and communication skills, and experience in a collaborative environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact compliance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK financial services regulation, especially PRA & FCA frameworks.
• Proven background in regulatory oversight, policy management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and conduct impact assessments.
• Skilled in providing risk-based compliance advice focused on solutions.
• Effective team player who collaborates across Compliance and Business Lines.
• Self-motivated and responsible with a commitment to high-quality work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement using technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert interpretation of UK regulatory obligations.
• Contribute to governance and control frameworks for compliance.
• Lead horizon scanning for regulatory developments and communicate actions.
• Manage the UK WSB Compliance Training Roadmap.
• Work closely with the Head of UK Regulatory Compliance.
• Proactively escalate issues within the compliance pillar.

Skills

Regulatory Knowledge

Policy & Oversight Experience

Analytical & Communication Skills

Compliance Advisory Capability

Collaborative Working

Accountability & Work Ethic

Communication Excellence

Process Improvement

Project & Information Management

Education

Legal training or qualifications in Compliance, Finance, or Accounting

Job description

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Expertise & Interpretation

  Provide expert interpretation of existing and emerging UK regulatory obligations relevant to UK Wholesale Banking (UK WSB) Compliance, and assess their practical impact on UK WSB entities and their Business / Service Units.

• Governance & Control Frameworks

  Contribute to the development, maintenance, and implementation of governance and control frameworks that ensure regulatory compliance across UK WSB entities.

• Regulatory Horizon Scanning & Impact Analysis

  Lead horizon scanning for UK regulatory developments, communicate recommended actions, and collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and other stakeholders to conduct deep‑dive impact assessments and support implementation initiatives.

• Training Governance

  Manage the governance and delivery of the UK WSB Compliance Training Roadmap, including mandatory and bespoke training modules aligned with regulatory developments.

• Strategic Contribution & Collaboration

  Work closely with the Head of UK Regulatory Compliance and other Pillar Leads to ensure alignment of team strategy and work plans, and contribute to broader team deliverables beyond core expertise when needed.

• Internal Advisory & Support

  Provide input, advice, and support to internal stakeholders on governance frameworks and regulatory topics within RegCple's scope.

Operational Responsibilities

• Regulatory Horizon Scanning & Oversight

  Lead daily monitoring of UK regulatory developments (rules, guidance, enforcement actions, etc.) and manage the team's scanning and implementation oversight activities.

• Impact Analysis & Communication

  Assess the implications of regulatory changes on UK Wholesale Banking (UK WSB) operations and controls, propose actions, and collaborate with internal stakeholders for implementation.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Advice

  Provide regulatory interpretation and implementation advice to Compliance and Business Units; participate in industry working groups and produce firm‑specific reports.

• Issue Escalation

  Proactively escalate any issues within the pillar's scope to the Head of UK RegCple in a timely manner.

• Strategy & Plan Delivery

  Ensure effective and complete delivery of relevant parts of the Compliance strategy and Annual Compliance & Financial Crime Plan.

• Resource Management

  Assess resource needs and contribute to discussions on allocation, prioritisation, and capacity planning.

Core Competencies & Technical Skills

• Regulatory Knowledge

  Strong understanding of UK financial services regulation, especially PRA & FCA frameworks, and UK Wholesale Banking models.

• Policy & Oversight Experience

  Proven background in regulatory oversight, policy management, and stakeholder engagement.

• Analytical & Communication Skills

  Ability to interpret complex regulations, conduct impact assessments, and communicate findings clearly across all levels.

• Compliance Advisory Capability

  Skilled in providing risk‑based compliance advice with a practical, solution‑focused approach.

• Collaborative Working

  Effective team player who works well across Compliance and Business Lines to achieve optimal outcomes.

• Accountability & Work Ethic

  Self‑motivated, responsible, and committed to delivering high‑quality work.

• Communication Excellence

  Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and adaptability.

• Process Improvement

  Ability to drive continuous improvement, especially through efficient use of technology.

• Project & Information Management

  Strong organisational and project management skills, including reporting and issue escalation.

• Professional Qualifications (Desirable)

  Legal training or qualifications in Compliance, Finance, or Accounting are beneficial.

Why join us

People join for the impact they can have on us. They stay for the impact we have on them. A flatter structure offers visibility and exposure beyond that of our competitors, so you know our names, and we know yours. It's personable, human, and inspires success through passion. By encouraging open‑mindedness and a willingness to share ideas, we have adapted to market changes and thrived through innovation. Bringing words like "hard work" and "dedication" together with "community" and "respect" has enabled us to work collaboratively and build our future together. We call this Team Spirit and it's what makes us different. It's what makes you different.

Business insight

If you feel you have the required experience and qualifications, then please apply to the SG Resourcing Team, and we will manage your application. At Société Générale, we believe our people are our strength and are core to the success of our business. As such, we search for, recruit and appoint the best available person on the basis of aptitude and ability, regardless of sex, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, pregnancy, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or gender identity.