Risk & Compliance Manager

Danos Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos Group, London-based, seeks a Risk & Compliance Manager to support the Head of Compliance and MLRO across compliance oversight, AML controls, and the UK operational risk framework. The role offers exposure to multiple investment strategies within an established international investor base.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Law/Finance/Economics, with 5+ years in risk or compliance, and knowledge of UK and Luxembourg frameworks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Finance, Economics or related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience in a risk or compliance role within asset management/investment management.
• Practical knowledge of UK and Luxembourg regulatory frameworks, particularly for alternative investment funds.
• Experience across alternative investment strategies, including private equity, real estate and/or hedge funds.
• Strong understanding of AML, financial crime controls, compliance monitoring and operational risk management frameworks.
• Fluent written and spoken English; highly organized, proactive and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML assessments and due diligence on investment opportunities, including screening and risk analysis.
• Support development and implementation of the compliance monitoring framework, policies and annual monitoring plan.
• Provide independent second-line oversight across investment, operational, finance and client servicing activities.
• Maintain and enhance the operational risk framework, including RCSAs, risk registers and KRIs.
• Oversee operational incidents, losses and remediation activities, including root cause analysis and action tracking.
• Advise management on regulatory matters, deliver compliance reporting and training, and support governance and regulatory engagement.

Skills

AML knowledge

Compliance oversight

Risk management

Regulatory frameworks

English fluency

Education

Degree in Law/Finance/Economics

ACAMS/FRM advantageous

Job description

Our client, an established, international alternative investment manager specialising in a range of alternative asset classes, including private equity, real estate, private debt, infrastructure and hedge funds.

The Risk & Compliance Manager will join a London-based team, supporting the Head of Compliance and MLRO across compliance oversight, AML and financial crime controls, and the ownership and development of the UK operational risk framework. The role offers broad exposure across investment strategies and business functions, with a combination of advisory, oversight and hands-on responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct AML assessments and due diligence on investment opportunities, including screening, risk analysis, client onboarding and the review of potential financial crime concerns.


• Support the development and implementation of the compliance monitoring framework, policies, procedures and annual monitoring plan.


• Provide independent second-line oversight across investment, operational, finance and client servicing activities, challenging controls and escalating identified issues.


• Maintain and enhance the operational risk framework, including risk and control self-assessments (RCSAs), risk registers and key risk indicators (KRIs).


• Oversee operational incidents, losses and remediation activities, including root cause analysis, action tracking and management escalation.


• Advise management and employees on regulatory matters, deliver compliance reporting and training, and support governance and regulatory engagement.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Law, Finance, Economics or a related discipline; professional qualifications such as ACAMS or FRM would be advantageous.


• At least five years' experience in a risk or compliance role within an asset management, investment management or alternative investments environment.


• Practical knowledge of UK and Luxembourg regulatory frameworks, particularly those relevant to alternative investment funds.


• Experience across alternative investment strategies, ideally including private equity, real estate and/or hedge funds, with an understanding of fund operational processes.


• Strong understanding of AML, financial crime controls, compliance monitoring and operational risk management frameworks.


• Highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills, fluent written and spoken English, and an interest in using AI and technology to improve workflows.