77 Compliance Officer jobs in London

Compliance Officer
Hybrid – Central London | Up to £70K+ DOE | Real Estate & Probate Insurance | Bonus + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Compliance professional to join a successful, fast paced, and close-knit specialist insurance business.

With a strong market presence and around 50 employees, this is a key hire for a well-established team.

The business is well-regarded within its niche – primarily legal indemnity insurance across real estate and probate – and the successful candidate will need to hit the ground running with a good understanding of this complex regulatory space.

What you'll be doing:

• Taking full ownership of the Compliance function, working closely with senior leadership, including the COO and Operations Director
• Playing a key role in decision-making and strategic projects, with the autonomy to shape and develop the role further
• Ensuring the business remains fully compliant with FCA and broader regulatory requirements, including strong oversight of STA processes
• Acting as a key point of contact across the business, collaborating with underwriters, IT, and wider operational functions

What we're looking for:

• A compliance professional with solid experience in a regulated insurance (ideally Lloyds syndicate environment – preferably legal indemnity, probate, or real estate focused
• Someone confident, detail-oriented, and self-motivated – you’ll be trusted to take the lead and work independently
• An easy-going and diligent operator who thrives in a smaller business with minimal red tape and a flexible, agile approach
• Exposure to working in a hybrid model and comfortable being hands-on across the business
• Proven ability to influence, advise, and support senior stakeholders

Why apply?

• Competitive salary with flexibility for the right person – starting from £70K+
• Good benefits package including private medical, life insurance, salary sacrifice schemes, and annual bonuses
• Hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office / 2 from home)
• Join a collaborative, friendly, and supportive team in a business that acts quickly and gives you room to grow and shape your role

 If you’re a compliance expert looking for your next challenge within a specialist insurance setting – apply today or get in touch to discuss in confidence.

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment 

Contract Type: Temporary

About the Role
We are working with a medium-sized housing association based in London to recruit a Compliance Officer specialising in fire safety. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong data management and contract administration skills to support the organisation's fire safety compliance efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing compliance with fire safety regulations, including Active Fire Safety, AOV systems, Alarm Systems, Emergency Lighting, and Evacuation Systems.
• Oversee the administration and coordination of fire safety contracts, ensuring all contractor obligations are met.
• Maintain and update compliance databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
• Upload fire safety certificates and other essential documents into the database.
• Book orders and schedule appointments with contractors and residents.
• Communicate with contractors and residents to resolve access issues and ensure timely completion of fire safety work.
• Support the Compliance Team in monitoring contractor performance and compliance with service level agreements.
• Support ongoing compliance projects and contribute to improving fire safety procedures.
• Use Microsoft Dynamic 365 for data management and administrative tasks.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in compliance or contract administration, preferably within a social housing environment.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working with fire safety compliance processes (desirable but not essential to be technically qualified).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to coordinate with contractors and residents.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamic 365 is a plus.

Compliance Officer

Job Purpose:

The Compliance Officer ensures that the organization operates within the law and adheres to regulatory standards. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining effective compliance programs, conducting audits, and advising on legal risks and obligations. The officer serves as the primary point of contact for legal and compliance matters across the organization.

Reporting to:

Head of Business Administration

Direct Reports:

None

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Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and interpret new and existing laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to the business.
• Policy Development: Draft, review, and update company policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Training & Education: Conduct regular training sessions and workshops to promote compliance awareness among employees.
• Risk Assessment: Identify and assess areas of compliance risk; implement corrective action plans to resolve issues.
• Audits & Investigations: Lead internal audits and compliance reviews; investigate potential compliance violations.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit compliance reports to regulatory agencies and senior management as required.
• Legal Advice: Provide legal counsel on business activities, contracts, and internal operations as needed.
• Liaison Duties: Act as liaison between the company and regulatory/government bodies.
• Ethics & Integrity: Promote a culture of ethics, transparency, and accountability within the organization.

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Personal Attributes:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a compliance, legal, or regulatory role
• Ability to communicate on all levels in a clear and concise manner both verbally and electronically
• Ability to travel outside of the UK as and when required

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Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related field (JD or equivalent preferred)
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or similar certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, AML, etc.)
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

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Location:

The jobholder is required to be located at Hanwha Vision Europe Ltd, Heriot House, Heriot Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9DT – Our normal office hours are 09:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday, but the jobholder may be required to work outside of these hours as and when required to meet business needs. The role may also include travel outside of the UK from time to time.

• Horizon-scanning to detect and track emerging regulatory requirements.
• Interpreting emerging regulatory requirements and advising stakeholders on their potential impact and associated control requirements.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders across TP ICAP, including the EMEA COO, the EMEA Head of Venues and Market Infrastructure, and Legal.
• Interacting with trade associations, exchanges and regulators as required, including representing TP ICAP at industry or regulatory meetings.
• Representing EMEA Compliance in internal governance meetings, such as the Regulatory Change Oversight Meeting, and in subsequent regulatory implementation projects.
• Creating and delivering training materials on regulatory requirements.
• Reviewing and drafting policies and procedures to comply with relevant regulatory requirements.
• Performing ad-hoc reviews and investigations in to TP ICAP’s adherence to its regulatory requirements.
• Supporting applications for new/amended regulatory permissions as required.
• Review output from the Compliance Monitoring Programme and implement remedial actions.
• Project work as required from time to time.
• Fulfil additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business and the EMEA Compliance function.
  
  

• Good working knowledge of the applicable requirements of the UK and EU financial services regime, including the FCA Handbook and key regulations e.g. MiFID II and SMCR etc.
• Previous experience analysing wholesale market regulations and assessing their impact.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Able to build relationships and communicate effectively and efficiently to internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to work well with diverse groups and personalities.
• A bachelor’s degree or a period of work experience demonstrating equivalent ability.
  
  

• Prior experience at a regulator or government agency in drafting or reviewing financial services policy.
• Prior experience in a compliance role at another Financial Services firm.
• Knowledge of specific execution methodologies e.g. Name Give Up, Matched Principal, Exchange Give Up.
  
  

Are you looking for immediate temp work?

If so, then we have a fantastic opportunity to work within a leading college group in a dynamic and rewarding role as a Compliance Officer. We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual to provide vital support to the Chief Operating Officer.

This is a varied role where you will be involved in day-to-day operations, compliance, project management, and contract coordination. It’s a great opportunity to get stuck into a fast-paced environment and make a real impact.

Salary: £12.50 per hour

Start : ASAP – 2 months initially

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.45am – 5pm

Location: Redhill, with occasional travel to South Croydon

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide operational support across the College
• Gather, analyse, and present data to highlight trends, issues, and recommendations
• Assist with compliance and risk management, including Health & Safety reporting and data protection requirements.
• Coordinate projects, track progress, and support delivery against deadlines.
• Act as a point of contact for suppliers and contractors, helping manage contracts and procurement processes.
• Work closely with teams across the College (IT, Finance, HR, etc.) to support smooth operations.
• Provide general administrative support such as scheduling, maintaining records, drafting communications, and assisting with key College events.

Skills & Experience required:

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confidence in using databases, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a busy environment.
• A collaborative, professional approach with great attention to detail.
• Experience in administration, compliance, or project support would be an advantage.

Please note – successful applicants must undertake a full DBS check (criminal records check) and provide full five-year referencing.

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