Our client is seeking a Compliance Officer to join their business enablement function on a full-time, permanent basis. This position is responsible for executing Compliance Risk Management processes within a defined business area, ensuring that operations remain aligned with regulatory requirements. The role supports the organisation in avoiding operational losses, reputational damage, or regulatory penalties by embedding compliance into daily activities, ultimately contributing to the organisation’s competitive advantage.
Job Duties:
- Analyse operational activities to identify compliance risks and ensure alignment with internal frameworks
- Maintain a business-specific Regulatory Universe to track legislative requirements
- Prepare and contribute to compliance reporting across governance and regulatory bodies
- Connect Centre of Excellence outputs into operational delivery to ensure effective framework adherence
- Customise and maintain risk management plans suitable for the functional area
- Develop and monitor compliance plans to identify breaches and areas for improvement
- Fulfil designated regulatory roles and maintain engagement with relevant authorities
- Inform internal stakeholders of regulatory inspections, updates and significant findings
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments and provide expert compliance advice
- Maintain a tailored compliance manual appropriate to the area’s regulatory environment
- Identify and address control gaps, recommend remediation, and track implementation
- Provide advice to staff and committees on frameworks and developments affecting compliance
- Prepare compliance-related management information to support decision-making
- Escalate and report material compliance issues using approved processes
- Review and advise on framework and procedural amendments
- Review training materials for appropriateness and deliver in-person training as required
- Support cost-effective compliance delivery by encouraging process efficiency
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Audit, Business, Commerce or Legal field (required)
- Postgraduate qualification in Audit or Legal (preferred)
- Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in compliance within the financial services industry
- In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks and banking operations
- Strong communication skills, capable of delivering persuasive and informative insights
- Confident in presenting and documenting information effectively
- Able to empower and motivate others, establishing rapport and influencing change
- Skilled in evaluating internal controls and governance processes
- Awareness of risk management practices and regulatory compliance standards
- Ability to manage complex compliance issues and provide practical, business-aligned solutions
- Experience with process governance and change management within regulatory environments
- Financial and budgeting awareness in the context of compliance operations
- Proactive, ethical and able to uphold confidentiality and standards of integrity
What You’ll Love:
You will be joining a values-driven organisation that places integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct at the heart of its operations. The role offers the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking compliance environment, contributing to high standards in financial services while engaging with internal stakeholders to influence positive outcomes across the business.
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