Senior Compliance Specialist

Meraki Talent; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm seeks a Senior Compliance Administrator for a full-time role in Leeds. This position is pivotal in maintaining compliance and working closely with legal and client service teams. Candidates should have over 2 years of experience in compliance and ideally be familiar with AML and GDPR regulations. Join a culture that values integrity and excellence in client service.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in compliance or AML roles.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks and risk assessment.
• Strong communication skills and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with laws and industry regulations.
• Support regulatory audits and client onboarding processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Mindset

Proactive

Education

2+ years in compliance or AML

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Compliance Systems

Job description

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.

Apply today for more information!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Professional Services

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