Compliance Manager

We are seeking an experienced Compliance professional to join a growing financial services brokerage in Bolton. This role is open to candidates with management or head-of-level experience, particularly within specialist lending, who are looking for an opportunity to own the compliance function and grow the team.

What We Offer For The Compliance Manager:

• Negotiable salary - DOE - 50,000+
  
  
• 25 days annual leave, no bank holidays or weekend working
  
  
• Supportive and professional working environment
  
  
• Genuine career progression in a growing lender
  
  

Key Responsibilities for the Compliance Manager:

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and frameworks.
  
  
• Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements, including FCA rules and AML obligations.
  
  
• Conduct compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and audits, identifying gaps and recommending solutions.
  
  
• Provide guidance, training, and support to staff on compliance matters.
  
  
• Investigate compliance issues or breaches, escalating serious matters where necessary.
  
  
• Act as a point of contact with regulators and respond to regulatory enquiries.
  
  
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management, highlighting risks and mitigation strategies.
  
  
• Lead or support the growth and development of the compliance function and team.
  
  
• Provide strategic advice to senior leadership (Head of Compliance level) on regulatory changes, compliance risks, and business impact.
  
  
• Drive continuous improvement in compliance processes, systems, and controls.
  
  

Ideal Candidate for the Compliance Manager:

• Proven compliance experience at management or head-of level within financial services.
  
  
• Experience in specialist lending is preferred.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, risk management, and compliance best practices.
  
  
• Proactive, confident, and capable of shaping the role to suit business needs.
  
  
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience managing or mentoring teams (for head-level candidates).
  
  

This is a unique opportunity to take a hands-on and strategic compliance role in a growing, supportive brokerage while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

If you are interested in this Compliance Manager role please apply with you up to date CV for consideration.

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