Compliance Officer, Finance & Banking

Compliance Officer – Quality Assurance & Regulatory Policy (Immediate Start – FTC to Sept 2026) - Option for 4 day working week A leading UK financial institution is seeking an experienced Compliance professional to join its Risk & Compliance function on an immediate-start basis, covering a fixed-term maternity contract running until September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a Compliance specialist with strong Quality Assurance and regulatory policy expertise.

The successful candidate will support key areas including Compliance, Financial Crime, Data Protection (GDPR) and Operational Risk, contributing to the continuous enhancement of the Bank’s compliance framework. The organisation is well-known for promoting a positive work-life balance and offers a supportive hybrid working model, ensuring employees can balance professional delivery with personal wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct risk-based compliance monitoring and thematic reviews in alignment with the annual plan Deliver Quality Assurance assessments to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory expectations and risk appetite Review and distribute regulatory publications, supervisory updates and relevant communications Support regulatory horizon scanning and communicate key developments to stakeholders Assist in maintaining and improving compliance policies, procedures and controls Participate in governance activities, project work, administration and minute-taking Build strong collaborative relationships across various departments Person Profile:
Proven experience in Compliance Monitoring, Quality Assurance, advisory or audit within a UK financial institution Strong understanding of FCA/PRA rules, regulatory requirements and compliance risk Experience performing compliance reviews, periodic assessments and operational risk tasks Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and handle detailed technical information Excellent communication and report-writing skills High attention to detail, strong analytical abilities and confidence engaging with stakeholders Proficient in Word, Excel and relevant systems/databases This is a varied and impactful role offering broad exposure across the organisation.

It is well-suited to a Compliance professional who can hit the ground running and who values a healthy work-life balance supported by a flexible hybrid working culture.