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Full time (we welcome flexible working discussions)
At Border to Coast our purpose is to make a difference and we’re looking for a keen Compliance Officer (Advisory) to join our award‑winning team. As a customer‑owned and customer‑focused organisation, integrity is one of our values, as is our collaborative and sustainable approach. Our focus is to secure the pensions of over a million people who have provided valuable service to their communities and society. We’re the largest UK asset manager outside London or Edinburgh, and we provide innovative investments that deliver sustainable returns over the long term.
We’re recruiting this position to strengthen our compliance advisory capability, ensuring we continue to meet our regulatory obligations and support the business with expert guidance as we grow and evolve.
The role – what you’ll be doing
* Conduct horizon scanning and maintain a tracker of regulatory developments.
* Support the development and maintenance of the Compliance Obligations Register.
* Assist with governance and regulatory working groups, including preparation for Board committees.
* Coordinate responses to internal and external audits.
* Assist with regulatory reporting and breach management processes.
* Provide day‑to‑day compliance advice across the business on applicable regulations including COBS, SYSC, COLL and FUND.
* Promote a positive compliance and conduct culture across the organisation.
About you – and the value you’ll bring to our team
* High levels of integrity and trustworthiness.
* Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.
* Good understanding of regulatory requirements in the asset‑management space.
* Experience in a compliance advisory role within asset management or a similar regulated environment.
* Effective planning, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Professionally qualified (e.g. CISI Diploma in Investment Compliance or equivalent experience).
* Experience in horizon scanning, analysis and reporting.
* A collaborative mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
Why join Border to Coast?
At Border to Coast, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to excellent benefits:
* Vitality Health Insurance for all employees
* Employee Assistance Programme
* A generous holiday allowance of 30 days a year, plus bank holidays
* Professional Development including the opportunity to gain fully funded qualifications (e.g. IMC)
* Critical Illness Cover
* Stunning Leeds city centre location only a short walk to the train station
* Cycle to work scheme
* Life Assurance of 6 times salary
* Sustainable travel plans and public transport discounts
* Range of discounts for Leeds gyms, shops and restaurants
* Onsite gym
If you have a disability, or if you have a condition that you believe may affect your performance during our selection process, we would be happy to discuss making reasonable adjustments to our processes for you. Please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@bordertocoast.org.uk.
We’re looking for people with the right values, behaviours, skills and experiences and if you meet some of the role’s criteria and are interested in finding out more about Border to Coast and the team, we’d love to hear from you.
About Us
Based in Leeds, Border to Coast is the largest LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme) pool in the UK. It is owned by 11 Local Government Pension Scheme funds (‘Partner Funds’). The Partner Funds represent nearly 3,000 employers and over 1.1 million members. The Partner Funds have approximately £65.3bn in investments, of which Border to Coast is directly responsible for the management or oversight of £55.4bn (as of 31 March 2025). Border to Coast Pensions Partnership Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered in England Number: 10795539 and Registered Office: 5th Floor, Toronto Square, Toronto Street, Leeds, LS1 2HJ. Further details can be found at https://www.bordertocoast.org.uk.
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