Senior Compliance Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Compliance Consultant to lead compliance initiatives and build strong client relationships. In this dynamic role, you will provide regulatory advice, conduct compliance assessments, and mentor junior colleagues. With a focus on FCA regulations and compliance solutions, you will thrive in a supportive, team-driven environment that offers hybrid flexibility and ample opportunities for professional growth. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy a fast-paced setting, this is your chance to be part of something bigger.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Cover

Income Protection

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Qualifications

• 4+ years of financial services experience in compliance consulting.
• Practical understanding of FCA regulations and the FCA handbook.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance assessments and draft compliance documentation.
• Build and manage client relationships while mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

Compliance Consulting

FCA Regulations

Client Relationship Management

Regulatory Documentation

Mentoring

Job description

Job Description

As a Senior Compliance Consultant, you'll be the go-to expert for your clients, building strong relationships and leading various projects like AML initiatives, regulatory changes, and compliance reviews. You'll also mentor junior colleagues, helping them grow in their roles.

Your day-to-day will involve conducting compliance assessments, drafting and reviewing policies, and preparing reports to ensure everything meets regulatory standards. You'll be the first point of contact for a portfolio of firms, providing top-notch compliance support and addressing any feedback to keep your clients happy and compliant.

What You'll Do –

1. Provide responsive and relevant regulatory advice and solutions.
2. Update clients on regulatory changes and how it impacts their business.
3. Draft manuals and other compliance documentation for clients.
4. Set up relevant policies, procedures, and working documentation for clients.
5. Work with clients to devise bespoke risk-based monitoring programmes.
6. Carry out regular compliance monitoring visits onsite with clients and subsequently write up working papers and compliance monitoring reports.
7. Build, manage, and develop client relationships.
8. Deliver all aspects of compliance programs, including overseeing and reviewing the work of project team members.
9. Actively contribute to building technical knowledge and compliance infrastructure on compliance matters relevant to clients.
10. Perform a broad scope of work during reviews of large and complex clients.
11. Identify, manage, and support projects and internal initiatives (e.g., draft articles for industry publications, participate in sales, conduct or oversee research).
12. Support and provide feedback to junior colleagues.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring –

• 4+ years of financial services experience, preferably in compliance consulting or in-house at a regulated firm.
• Practical understanding of FCA regulations, especially for AIFMs and MIFIDPRU investment firms.
• Strong knowledge of the FCA handbook and ability to implement regulatory solutions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to build and manage client relationships.
• Experience in identifying opportunities and mentoring junior colleagues.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid flexibility - work from the office 2 days a week.
• A supportive, team-driven environment with opportunities to grow.
• Benefits such as Pension scheme, life cover, income protection, and many more.

If you're detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced setting, we'd love to hear from you!

At IQ-EQ, we thrive on expertise, collaboration, and innovation. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger.