Compliance Assistant

****Compliance Assistant****

Robert Half is partnering with a fast growing fintech FX based in London, offering execution and automating currency management with access to the comparative FX marketplace.

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, inquisitive Compliance Assistant with effective communication and problem-solving skills to join our fast-growing team.You will be hard working with a desire to contribute to the success of a fast-paced and innovative financial services technology firm. You will be joining a growing Compliance team and will benefit from ongoing training.

Role:

• Assist with the building, maintaining and implementation of the Compliance monitoring plan, ensuring that the firm’s system and controls remain effective;
• Maintain and update our compliance policies and participate in team training;
• Assist in the investigation, maintenance and reporting of breaches in our compliance;
• Assist with product solution reviews where necessary;
• Assisting with and completing compliance reviews and audits;
• Assisting the team with GDPR and data protection compliance;
• Horizon scanning; looking for future regulatory developments applicable to our business;
• Develop and maintain knowledge of UK (and other relevant jurisdictions) compliance laws, rules and guidelines applicable to our business;
• Assisting with the review and approval of marketing and other promotional materials;
• Assist with new customer onboarding and ongoing due diligence requirements with our financial crime and bank onboarding team as necessary; and
• Participate in special compliance projects including liaison with other departments such as operations, finance, HR, technology and business development; and
• Any other ad-hoc tasks and responsibilities.

Required Skills:

• 1-3 years’ experience working within Compliance at a Financial Services firm (ideally working within an Investment or Asset Management firm);
• Knowledge and understanding of the UK regulatory environment with respect to Investment services;
• University Degree (or equivalent);
• Excellent spoken and written English;
• A proven ability to work successfully in a team; and
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc).

Salary + Benefits:

• A competitive salary dependent on experience with annual reviews.
• Pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• EV salary-sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Well-being contributions.
• Additional days of leave per year of service.
• E-Learning Platform access.
• Training & Development allowance and fully paid study day

Please note) Company DOES NOT offer sponsorship