Compliance Manager - Canary Wharf, hybrid

Job Description

As Compliance Manager you will lead the development, introduction and maintenance of a global fit-for-purpose, efficient and easy accessible compliance program to ensure that the organisation is legally compliant and has clear and transparent rules and processesin place. Reporting to the Chief Legal, Compliance & Commercial Operations you will develop and roll-out training for staff and help shape the organisation’s approach to compliance as well as support internal change management activities to guide staff tocomply with relevant policies. The Compliance Manager acts as a liaison between various departments, regulatory bodies and external stakeholders to ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations.Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compliance policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure the organisation’s activities align with legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain an organisation wide compliance register that tracks compliance violations to ensure appropriate and consistent remedial actions
• Identify and assess potential compliance risks related to the organisation’s operations and develop strategies to mitigate those risks effectively
• Collaborate with department heads and process owners to understand their control requirements and design effective control procedures
• Establish a mechanism for the legal and compliance department to be alerted of proposed and effective relevant new legislation and regulations
• Provide guidance and training to employees on compliance and procurement-related matters, including policies, procedures, and best practices
• Maintain both a central and local register(s) of relevant policies, legal obligations, controls and procedures
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the organisation’s internal and external independent audit functions

Skills, attributes and experience

• Experience in compliance, risk-management, or in a related field, with a demonstrated understanding of regulatory environments
• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify control weaknesses and recommend effective solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to persuade and collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organisation
• Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while meeting deadlines
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, including Teams and Office 365 technologies
• Excellent planning and organisation skills including the ability to work well under pressure and effective prioritisation of workload
• Strong team ethic; able to work effectively and collaboratively with individuals at all levels within the organisation acting as a trusted advisor to the business
• Positive attitude; high degree of integrity and professionalism
• Demonstrable evidence-based research skills, including familiarity with Westlaw, PLC, Lexis Nexis etc
• Bachelors or masters degree in law, finance, business administration, or a related field

Preferred experience

• Proficient in using relevant compliance software
• A relevant certified professional qualification