Compliance Director

MERJE has partnered with a high profile well reputed within professional services firm, and we're on the lookout for a Compliance Director to join their high-performing financial services regulatory compliance team. This is an exciting role offering the chance to collaborate with experienced compliance and legal professionals, working on a broad range of regulatory compliance and financial crime matters. The role is open to candidates based in either Leeds or London, with a hybrid working policy of three days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide regulatory compliance support, including authorisations and applications to the FCA/PRA, governance under SMCR, and advising on all aspects of the FCA and PRA handbooks.
• Draft regulatory business plans and policies, especially for new market entrants, ensuring technical accuracy comparable to law firm standards.
• Deliver quality work to multiple clients within tight timescales, with strong workload management skills.
• Support clients with FCA and PRA authorisations, regulatory due diligence, and compliance system assurance reviews.
• Engage in client relationship development, marketing, knowledge sharing, and practice development.
• Offer technical advice on governance, compliance frameworks, and regulatory change, including Consumer Duty and appointed representatives.
• Provide training, prepare clients for regulatory visits, and manage regulatory enquiries and enforcement actions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive experience in regulatory compliance, ideally at a senior level within an authorised firm or compliance consultancy.
• Detailed technical understanding of FCA and PRA rules, along with knowledge of regulatory changes and upcoming deadlines.
• Experience working with key clients such as Tier One banks, challenger banks, building societies, payment firms, and new market entrants.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• A proactive approach to business development, client relationship management, and knowledge sharing.

Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days due to the large volume of applications, unfortunately, your application has been unsuccessful. However, we may be in touch with similar relevant opportunities.

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