Senior Associate, Regulatory Compliance

GEMINI; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm based in London seeks a Senior Associate for Regulatory Compliance. The role focuses on managing regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and support for the Head of Regulation and Compliance. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in compliance leadership and possess strong communication skills to engage stakeholders effectively. This position also offers competitive benefits including holiday pay and health plans.

Benefits

Competitive salary and long-term equity incentives

Up to 28 paid holidays plus public holidays

Retirement plan matching

Parental leave

Health plans

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years in financial services with compliance experience.
• Experience in regulatory consultancy in payments/e-money sectors.
• Operational knowledge of UK regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory compliance matters and share best practices.
• Gather information for compliance reporting and management.
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks.

Skills

Effective communication

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Risk assessment

Education

CISI or ICA diploma

Job description

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Senior Associate, Regulatory Compliance, London

Client:

GEMINI

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

Department: Compliance

Compliance at Gemini is a team dedicated to managing the next generation of financial crime prevention in a complex and evolving regulatory environment. We are a diverse group of technology, legal, and operational professionals who develop new approaches to solving classic problems using cutting-edge tools and processes.

The Role: Senior Associate, Regulatory Compliance

This role supports the Head of Regulation and Compliance (“RC”) of Gemini UK, focusing on regulatory compliance management, risk assessment, and monitoring workstreams, under supervision.

The individual will stay updated on regulatory changes, especially in crypto assets and e-money, to facilitate proactive communication within the business. This role reports directly to the Head of Regulation and Compliance.

Responsibilities:

1. Advise the business on regulatory compliance matters, sharing best practices and expectations.
2. Assist in preparing documents for FCA supervisory requests.
3. Gather information for compliance reporting, developing accurate management information.
4. Identify, evaluate, monitor, and mitigate compliance risks following Gemini’s CRA and CMP.
5. Review and support the delivery of annual compliance training.
6. Maintain and update compliance policies and procedures regularly.
7. Identify compliance vulnerabilities and develop corrective actions.
8. Monitor regulatory developments and advise on necessary actions.
9. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective risk controls and identify emerging risks.
10. Implement recommendations from audits and regulators.
11. Build and maintain relationships with business unit leads across Gemini.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. 7+ years in financial services, especially in a compliance leadership role.
2. Experience in regulatory consultancy within payments/e-money sectors.
3. Operational knowledge of compliance programs and UK regulatory requirements.
4. Effective communication skills with stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Regulatory compliance qualifications such as CISI or ICA diploma.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and long-term equity incentives.
• Up to 28 paid holidays plus public holidays.
• Retirement plan matching, parental leave, health plans.
• Training and professional development opportunities.