Head of Compliance (SMF16) - Pensions, Swindon, Wiltshire
Client:
Willow Resourcing Limited
Location:
Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
Job Description:
Head of Compliance (SMF16)
Pensions Platform
Looking for greater flexibility to work from home, or anywhere in the world?
Or perhaps you’re keen to help build a business from the ground-up, with Compliance at its heart?
This next-generation pension technology platform will provide execution and custody services to financial advisors across the UK. Backed by one of the world’s leading FinTech VC funds, this business aims to transform the infrastructure powering financial advice.
They have a flexible working policy: you can work remotely, go into the office, or choose a hybrid arrangement, tailored to your circumstances.
You’ll be the firm’s first Compliance hire as they seek FCA authorization, assisting in the process.
Before going live, you’ll leverage your pensions compliance experience to work closely with developers, ensuring all back-office systems and processes are regulatory compliant and fit for purpose.
This role is initially standalone but has the potential to evolve into building your own team. You’ll serve as the firm’s SMF16, ensuring ongoing compliance with FCA rules and regulations, and act as the main contact with the FCA, managing regulatory interactions and submissions.
You’ll lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures, with a focus on pensions and CASS compliance.
You’ll provide regulatory guidance across business units, including new product launches, client operations, and marketing, and advise the Board on regulatory developments and their impact on business strategy.
Ideal candidates will be experienced Compliance leaders with SMF16 accreditation, deep pensions knowledge (preferably personal pensions, SIPPs, etc.), and a strong FCA engagement track record. CASS experience is a plus.
This role suits a direct communicator who is confident challenging leadership when necessary.
If interested, click apply and send your CV. If you don’t have an updated CV, contact Mark at 0121 274 0357 or email at [emailprotected] for a confidential discussion. We’ll take it from there.
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