Head of Compliance - SMF16 (Compliance Oversight)

Responsibility for the Bank's compliance with the UK regulatory environment.

Our client is a well-established organisation within the financial services sector. As a key player in the industry, they are committed to maintaining high standards of regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

• Develop and implement compliance policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and assess compliance risks, providing solutions to mitigate potential issues.
• Oversee compliance training programmes to ensure staff awareness and understanding.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Prepare and deliver compliance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure adherence to compliance standards.
• Advise on regulatory changes and their impact on the organisation's operations.
• Lead and manage the compliance team to achieve departmental goals.

A successful Head of Compliance should have:

• Proven track record in UK compliance, ideally with experience of operating in the capacity of SMF16 in a wholesale or investment banking firm.
• The successful candidate will be of graduate calibre with a detailed working knowledge of the FCA and PRA handbooks and industry guidance and best practice.
• Excellent knowledge of the regulatory environment in the UK.
• A sound knowledge of banking products and business.
• Ability to create robust systems and processes and prepare high-quality written documents.
• Highly effective communication skills (written and spoken) and ability to engage and influence others.
• Prior experience of managing a team
• Professional compliance qualification preferred, but not required

• Competitive salary ranging from £120,000 -£160,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive pension scheme, health benefits, and performance-related bonus.
• Opportunity to work in a well-established organisation within the financial services sector.
• Permanent position based in the vibrant city of London.
• Office based role