Compliance Executive

1. Your New CompanyYou will be joining a highly regarded professional services organisation with a strong focus on governance, risk management and regulatory excellence. Known for delivering a high-quality, client-focused service, the firm operates within a structured and collaborative environment where compliance plays a central role in supporting business success. With continued growth and an evolving regulatory landscape, the organisation is investing in its risk and compliance function, making this an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking team.
2. Your New RoleAs a Compliance Executive, you will support the ongoing development and operation of the organisation's risk and compliance framework, with a particular focus on anti-money laundering, client onboarding, file management and quality assurance processes.You will play a key role in managing end-to-end client onboarding and matter opening processes, ensuring all regulatory and internal requirements are met efficiently and accurately. This will involve liaising directly with stakeholders to obtain and verify KYC/CDD documentation, conducting due diligence checks (including sanctions and PEP screening), and supporting ongoing monitoring activities.You will also assist in identifying and escalating compliance risks, supporting remediation work, and contributing to internal investigations where required. Alongside this, you will be involved in file lifecycle management, quality assurance reviews, and maintaining accurate records in line with regulatory standards.This is a varied, hands-on role where you will act as a key point of contact for compliance-related queries, supporting colleagues across the business while helping to drive continuous improvement in systems, processes and controls.
3. What You'll Need to SucceedTo be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment. You will be a confident communicator, comfortable engaging with a range of stakeholders and providing clear, practical guidance on compliance processes.You will ideally have experience in a compliance, risk, onboarding or regulated environment, with exposure to anti-money laundering processes, due diligence, or file management practices. Experience within professional services or a similar regulated setting would be highly beneficial.Strong IT and systems skills are essential, alongside the ability to follow structured procedures, maintain accurate records, and escalate issues appropriately. A proactive mindset and commitment to maintaining high standards in a quality-focused environment will be key to your success.
4. What You'll Get in ReturnIn return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to develop within a growing and supportive compliance function. You will gain exposure to a broad range of risk and regulatory activities, enhancing your technical expertise and career progression opportunities.The organisation offers a collaborative and professional working environment, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, training and employee development. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build or further their career within risk and compliance in a respected professional services setting.

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