Senior Compliance Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services company seeks a detail-oriented Senior Compliance Administrator in Bradford. This full-time role involves maintaining compliance frameworks, supporting regulatory audits, and ensuring adherence to legal standards. Candidates with 2+ years of experience in compliance, particularly within legal or financial services, are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of experience in a compliance, AML, risk role.
• Working knowledge of compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with AML, GDPR, and professional conduct standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with laws and regulations.
• Assist in preparing for regulatory audits.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organisational Skills

Analytical Mindset

Education

Experience in Compliance, AML, Risk Role

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Compliance Systems/Tools

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Meraki Talent is partnered with a leading professional services company to assist with the recruitment of a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Compliance Administrator to support their firm’s compliance framework and ensure adherence to all regulatory, legal, and internal policy requirements. This role is integral to maintaining the integrity, reputation, and operational compliance of our professional services firm and works closely with legal, risk, operations, and client service teams.

This is a full-time opportunity for 9-12 months, with potential to be made permanent.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, update, and communicate firm-wide compliance policies and procedures.
• Support the development of new policies in response to regulatory changes or internal needs.
• Monitor and help ensure compliance with relevant laws and industry regulations (e.g., data protection, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, conflicts of interest).
• Assist in preparing for regulatory audits and internal reviews.
• Support Know Your Client (KYC), anti-money laundering (AML), and conflict checks on prospective and existing clients.
• Maintain documentation and records related to client onboarding compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance documentation by recordkeeping policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 2+ years of experience in a compliance, AML, risk role—ideally within a professional services, legal, or financial services firm.
• Working knowledge of compliance frameworks, risk assessment processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with AML, GDPR, and professional conduct standards is advantageous.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance systems/tools.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret regulations and assess risk.
• Proactive, dependable, and adaptable team player.

Our client prides itself on integrity, professionalism, and excellence in client service. As part of their team, you will be contributing to a culture that values ethical conduct, continuous improvement, and collaborative success.