We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Senior Compliance Advisor to join a specialist financial services compliance function on a temporary basis. This is a high-impact role sitting within the second line of defence, supporting a regulated bank that is entering an ambitious growth phase.

You will deliver rigorous regulatory compliance advice, drive policy development, and play a central role in shaping a scalable Compliance Operating Model - all within a values-driven organisation with real purpose at its heart.

What You'll Do

Compliance Advisory

• Provide specialist, technical regulatory compliance advice to business stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Interpret and apply rules from the FCA, PRA, PSR, and other applicable regulatory bodies accurately and pragmatically.
• Support new product development, marketing review, project launches, and annual compliance reviews.
• Champion a culture of good customer outcomes, embedding the FCA's Consumer Duty requirements across the organisation.

Compliance Policy

• Maintain and update the Bank's Compliance policy suite in line with regulatory change.
• Undertake regulatory research and gap analysis to identify and implement policy enhancements.
• Manage the document approval schedule in collaboration with compliance colleagues, ensuring committee deadlines are met.

Compliance Projects

• Lead the assessment of the current and future state Compliance Operating Model (COM) as part of a five-year growth strategy.
• Work collaboratively with business areas to design and implement enhancements that deliver a more sustainable and scalable compliance function.
• Support the Senior Compliance Manager in planning and developing the COM alongside the wider Compliance team.

Additional Responsibilities

• Conduct deep-dive assessments on key risk areas identified through monitoring, regulatory focus, incidents, or audit findings.
• Escalate suspected regulatory breaches promptly to the Chief Risk Officer
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Compliance, MLRO, and Risk & Compliance colleagues to drive the regulatory agenda forward.

Who We're Looking For

Experience — Essential

• Significant compliance experience gained within a regulated financial institution or comparable environment.
• Demonstrated expertise across: regulatory/compliance advisory; compliance oversight, assurance and monitoring; policy writing, development and change management.
• Proven track record in horizon scanning, regulatory risk management, and embedding conduct risk frameworks.
• Experience of compliance planning, reporting, and corporate governance.
• Ability to manage regulatory projects and work effectively with stakeholders at all seniority levels.

Skills & Knowledge — Essential

• Deep, working knowledge of FCA, PRA, PSR and related regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical ability — able to interpret complex regulatory requirements and translate them into clear, actionable guidance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidenc e to engage senior management and business leaders.
• Methodical, diligent, and collaborative — with the assertiveness to provide constructive challenge where needed.

Qualifications

• ICA qualification or equivalent industry-recognised credential (desirable).
• A-Level or higher education; graduate or postgraduate qualifications welcomed.
• Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and staying current with regulatory developments.

Pre-Appointment Checks

All appointees will be subject to the following pre-employment checks:

• Credit Check
• Sanctions Check
• Basic DBS Check (Standard DBS for FCA Approved roles)
• Employment References
• Medical Clearance
• Right to Work in the UK