Senior Compliance Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services company seeks a Senior Compliance Administrator in Leeds for a 9-12 month contract, possibly permanent. The role involves supporting compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to regulations, and working closely with various teams. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience in compliance roles within relevant sectors, demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, and strengthen the firm's commitment to ethical conduct.

Qualifications

• Experience in a compliance, AML, or risk role within professional services, legal, or financial sectors.
• Knowledge of AML, GDPR, and professional conduct standards.
• Proactive, dependable, and adaptable team player.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with laws and industry regulations.
• Prepare for regulatory audits and internal reviews.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Analytical Mindset

Communication Skills

Discretion

Education

2+ years of experience in compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Compliance Systems/Tools

Job description

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Senior Compliance Specialist, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

Meraki Talent

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Compliance Administrator

Leeds – Hybrid

9-12 month contract – Full-Time

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.