Job Description
Senior Manager – Compliance Testing & Assurance
Location: EMEA | London | Flexible working available
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced compliance professional to join a high-performing assurance team within a global financial services organisation. This is a senior role offering visibility, influence, and the chance to shape how compliance risks are identified, tested, and managed across a complex international business.
You will lead risk-based compliance reviews, work closely with senior stakeholders, and help drive innovation in assurance through data, technology, and strong governance. If you enjoy combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and team leadership, this role offers real scope to make an impact.
What You’ll Do
* Lead and deliver compliance testing and assurance reviews across wholesale banking and capital markets activities
* Help shape and execute the regional compliance assurance strategy and annual testing plan
* Manage and develop a mixed onshore/offshore team, ensuring high-quality outputs and continuous improvement
* Partner with business leaders, risk, and compliance colleagues to assess key conduct and regulatory risks
* Oversee issue tracking, reporting, and escalation to senior management
* Contribute to regulatory interactions, audits, and inspections
* Support the use of data analytics and technology to enhance assurance effectiveness
What We’re Looking For
* Strong experience in compliance testing, assurance, audit, or regulatory roles within financial services
* In-depth knowledge of UK financial services regulation (experience in other jurisdictions is a plus)
* Proven ability to assess risk and control frameworks and deliver clear, practical assurance
* Experience leading reviews and influencing senior stakeholders
* Confident people manager with a collaborative leadership style
Qualifications
* Degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field
* Professional qualifications or advanced degrees are advantageous but not essential