Up to £35,000 plus excellent bonus and benefits

Hybrid working available (4:1)

Due to exciting business growth, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a diligent and proactive Junior Compliance Officer to join a leading innovator in the digital payments space. As the firm continues to scale its global footprint, this second-line role will focus on monitoring, testing, and providing administrative support to ensure the business meets its regulatory obligations.

Reporting directly to the Regulatory Compliance Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the firm’s regulatory compliance framework.

Duties of the Junior Compliance Officer to include:

• Framework Support: Provide second-line support to the Regulatory Compliance Manager and assist in the operation of the compliance framework under supervision.
• First-Line Assistance: Support first-line teams by helping to interpret policies and procedures, escalating complex queries where required.
• Monitoring & Testing: Perform compliance monitoring and testing activities in line with the Compliance Monitoring Plan under direction.
• Documentation & Evidence: Gather and maintain evidence, document results, and support the tracking of any necessary remediation actions.
• Regulatory Reporting: Support regulatory submissions, notifications, and formal requests for information.
• Registers & Logs: Maintain essential compliance registers and logs, including breaches, complaints, and conflicts of interest.
• MI & Insights: Support the preparation of management information (MI) and governance reporting for senior leadership.
• Escalation: Identify and escalate potential compliance issues in line with established internal procedures.

Requirements for the successful Junior Compliance Officer to include:

• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in compliance, risk, legal, or a regulated financial services environment (or a very strong desire to develop a career in compliance).
• Knowledge: A basic understanding of UK financial services regulation.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Operational Style: Ability to follow instructions effectively under supervision while maintaining the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

This vacancy is being advertised by Montpellier Resourcing Associates Limited. The services advertised by Montpellier Associates Resourcing Limited are those of an Employment Agency