Job Description
Compliance Surveillance Analyst (Contract)
Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 from home)
£126 base pay per day
12-month contract
BYOD (Bring Your Own Laptop required)
About the Role
We are seeking a Compliance Surveillance Analyst to join a risk management team for a leading investment bank based in Belfast.
This role plays a key part in monitoring and identifying potential market abuse, misconduct, or breaches of regulatory requirements across a global financial services environment.
You will support the design, implementation, and ongoing oversight of surveillance controls, working closely with stakeholders across compliance, legal, audit, and front-office teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Review and analyse surveillance alerts relating to trading activity (firm, employee, and client)
* Document findings clearly and escalate suspicious or anomalous activity where appropriate
* Assist in gathering and analysing trade data for responses to regulatory and exchange inquiries
* Support compliance teams in identifying trends, risks, and potential control gaps
* Communicate surveillance findings effectively to internal stakeholders and senior management
* Collaborate with Legal, Internal Audit, and Compliance teams on investigations and reviews
* Respond to internal requests and assist with assurance activities
* Support hotline handling and data entry tasks where required
* Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, internal policies, and ethical practices
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in compliance, surveillance, financial services, or a related field preferred
* Basic understanding of compliance regulations, risks, and surveillance typologies
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Education & Experience
* Bachelor’s degree (preferred), or
* Relevant experience within financial services, regulatory bodies, or legal/consulting environments
* Advanced qualifications are a plus
If you're looking to build or deepen your career in compliance surveillance within a dynamic financial environment, this is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a global setting.