We are delighted to be partnering with an established Fintech lender who are looking to expand their Compliance function with the appointment of a Senior Compliance Advisor.
Reporting to the firm's Chief Compliance Officer, this is a key hire within the business. You'll be responsible for supporting on all matters of compliance advisory, providing advice to colleagues and advising on regulatory matters.
Key responsibilities include:
* Provide clear, practical advice to teams across the business on regulatory compliance, especially in areas such as consumer credit, customer protection, and the FCA Handbook.
* Build strong working relationships and act as a trusted advisor by giving commercial, pragmatic, and cost-effective compliance guidance.
* Lead on regulatory change projects - assessing impacts, advising on necessary updates, and helping implement compliant policies and procedures.
* Maintain and regularly review compliance policies, and support teams in aligning their processes with regulatory requirements.
* Design and deliver training sessions on compliance risks and regulatory changes, working closely with the Chief Compliance Officer.
* Monitor upcoming regulatory changes, assess their impact on the business, and support implementation and staff training where needed.
* Identify and escalate compliance risks to senior leaders promptly to help minimise business impact.
* Promote a culture of compliance and strong risk management within the business, with a focus on delivering fair outcomes for customers.
* Collaborate regularly with operational teams to understand key processes, assess the effectiveness of controls, and highlight areas for improvement - particularly in arrears management, complaints handling, and support for vulnerable customers.
* Stay up to date with relevant FCA rules and regulations and apply this knowledge when advising the business.
* Provide compliance support for major projects and contribute regulatory insight to strategic business objectives.
* Monitor and assess both current and emerging regulatory risks and keep the business informed of key changes.
* Assist the Chief Compliance Officer in delivering regulatory updates and reports to internal and external stakeholders.
* Oversee compliance with company policies and procedures across the business.
Key requirements:
* A minimum of 6 years' compliance experience in a FCA regulated environment
* Consumer Credit legislation and Consumer duty principles expertise
* Experience of writing detailed policies and procedures
* Excellent communication skills
* Strong attention to detail skills
This is a hybrid role (Kent), paying a salary of up to £85,000 depending on experience.