Compliance Advisory Officer

First Central

. Support the Compliance Advisory Manager and wider Group Companies with compliance .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeHaywards Heath • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates a strong understanding of compliance, risk, and conduct within the financial services and General Insurance market, with proven ability to provide guidance and support on regulatory matters. Capable of building trusted relationships with stakeholders while delivering timely and accurate compliance sign-offs and reports.

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Compliance AdvisoryRegulatory Horizon ScanningFinancial Services KnowledgeStakeholder EngagementRegulatory Documentation Management

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Hard Skills

ComplianceRisk ManagementRegulatory ReportingConduct StandardsFinancial Promotions Sign-offIncident ManagementPolicy ApplicationRegulatory Documentation AdministrationProject Compliance ConsiderationsRegulatory Guidance

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsInfluencing SkillsProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

ExcelWordPowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Compliance QualificationAudit QualificationLegal Qualification

Industry Keywords

General InsuranceFinancial ServicesSMCR Conduct RulesGroup Code of ConductFitness and Propriety Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Compliance Advisory Manager and wider Group Companies with compliance
Provide advice, guidance and constructive challenge on compliance and conduct matters
Maintain the regulatory papers log
Produce reports and regulatory summaries
Conduct regulatory horizon scanning for emerging risks, rules and guidance
Act as a trusted business partner to key stakeholders
Provide timely and accurate Compliance sign-off, including for financial promotions and customer journeys
Support regulatory guidance within the incident management process
Assist allocated project teams in identifying and recording compliance considerations from inception to delivery
Advise the business on the practical application of policies and business standards
Assist with administration of regulatory documentation, reporting and submissions
Assist in implementing the Group compliance culture
Comply with the Group Code of Conduct, Fitness and Propriety policies, SMCR Conduct Rules and other relevant standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Good grasp of compliance, risk and conduct current and emerging agenda within the jurisdictions that First Central operate
Proven track record in delivering advice and sign off to quality, quantity time and cost restraints
Substantial understanding of financial services and the General Insurance market and its standards
Credible practitioner with a proven track record of success, ideally in compliance and conduct role
Recognised compliance, audit or legal qualification desirable
Demonstrates ability and willingness to learn new disciplines quickly, including the regulatory agenda
Good communication skills, both verbal and written
Good time management and organisation skills
Able to communicate knowledge and expertise simply
Influencing and negotiation skills with key stakeholders
Ability to deliver difficult messages when needed and articulate advice and consequences clearly and concisely
Good presentation skills
Problem solving skills with the ability to adopt a logical approach
Ability to build strong and trusted relationships
Competent use of IT and software, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
Flexible approach and positive attitude
Compliance with the Group Code of Conduct and Fitness and Propriety policies
Compliance with the Senior Managers Certification Regime (SMCR) Conduct Rules
Compliance with Company Policies, Values, guidelines and relevant standards/regulations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working arrangements
Most time working from home
Occasional office visits
Ability to work more frequently from the office if preferred
Company and charity events
Diversity and inclusion support