Full job descriptionSenior Compliance Officer - Banking


I am currently working with a well-established bank seeking to appoint a Senior Compliance Officer to join its Second Line of Defence (2LOD) function.


This is a senior hands-on role within the Compliance team, offering the opportunity to contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the bank’s compliance framework, regulatory oversight, and risk management practices.


Key Responsibilities
*Contribute to the development of the compliance strategy, framework, and monitoring plan, ensuring alignment with key regulatory risks
*Promote a strong compliance culture, embedding governance, risk management, and decision-making best practices
*Provide subject matter expertise on regulatory matters, supporting business initiatives and projects with proportionate guidance and challenge
*Lead horizon scanning and regulatory change initiatives, ensuring impacts are understood and effectively implemented
*Oversee and contribute to the delivery of the compliance monitoring programme, including thematic reviews and assurance activities
*Ensure accurate and timely management information and regulatory reporting to senior stakeholders and governing committees
*Support the organisation’s adherence to SMCR requirements and broader conduct risk frameworks
Key Requirements
*Demonstrable experience within a 2LOD Compliance function in financial mortgage services
*Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, conduct risk, and governance
*Experience in home finance / secured lending is advantageous
*Proven ability to provide effective challenge and influence stakeholders at senior levels
*Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills
*High level of integrity, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach
Desirable
*Knowledge of Shariah-compliant banking
*Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ICA, CeMAP, CISI, ACAMS), or working towards
If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.