Client Services & Corporate Governance Associate (1-Year FTC)Location: London, UK (Office-based, 5 days per week)Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 months)Sector: Financial Services / FinTechRepresenting: A leading market intermediary and financial technology solutions provider
Overview
On behalf of our client-a global market intermediary and financial technology solutions provider-we are recruiting for a Client Services & Corporate Governance Associate to join their London team on a 1-year fixed-term contract. This is a full-time, office-based role (5 days per week), offering exposure to high-impact governance, compliance, and client service initiatives within a fast-paced financial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute transactional documentation, including facility agreements and fee arrangements.
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to manage client onboarding and maintain accurate KYC records.
- Monitor regulatory developments (e.g., US OFAC, HMT OFSI sanctions) and ensure internal systems are updated accordingly.
- Support the Executive Director in managing corporate governance programs, including risk assessments, reporting, and policy implementation.
- Participate in governance and oversight meetings, presenting findings and supporting remediation efforts.
- Maintain and update client and vendor databases.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to anticipate client needs and ensure timely follow-up.
- Assist the Business Development team with client meeting preparation and coordination of UK and overseas visits.
Candidate Profile
- Minimum 2 years' experience in client relations, communications, business administration, or a compliance/governance role within the financial sector.
- Proven experience in AML/KYC, onboarding, or regulatory functions.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Solid understanding of UK AML/CFT/KYC/Anti-Bribery regulations and global compliance frameworks.
- Commercial awareness and financial industry knowledge.
- Interest in financial technology and familiarity with ETHOS AFP is advantageous.
- Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written) is strongly desired.
- Must be open to working in the office five days per week.
Additional Information
This role plays a key part in supporting ESG-related due diligence and governance across the Group's global network. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to evolve and implement governance and compliance frameworks.
To apply, please submit your CV.