Head of Risk & Compliance

Overview

In this senior role, you will lead Risk, Compliance and Governance for the Platform Solutions business, guiding regulators and senior leaders to uphold high standards of compliance and risk management. You will shape governance practices, oversee control frameworks and reporting, and advise the Board and CEO on risk-related issues. You will collaborate with regulators and build a strong risk culture across the organization. This opportunity offers influence across a global, regulated financial services environment and exposure to complex regulatory change.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid work model
• Professional development reimbursement (SS&C University)
• Competitive holiday scheme
• Competitive benefits
• Diversity & inclusion
• Hands-on team customization training

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Risk, Compliance and Governance across Platform Solutions
• Report on risk, compliance issues and escalations to Risk Management Committee, Executive Committee and Boards
• Advise Board, CEO and business leaders on risk, compliance and governance matters
• Ensure regulatory reporting to the FCA and maintain good relationships with regulators
• Oversee risk and compliance control frameworks, monitoring programmes and risk assessments
• Identify trends and remediation actions for control weaknesses and regulatory issues
• Support business through regulatory change and new product initiatives with compliant risk guidance
• Develop and mentor the Risk & Compliance team with delegated responsibilities
• Promote a strong risk, compliance and governance culture across the business
• Maintain governance databases, registers and data protection priorities
• Coordinate policies and procedures to reflect regulatory changes
• Ensure risk and compliance training across relevant areas
• Manage data protection and data security as priorities
• Oversee financial matters relating to Risk & Compliance in line with requirements
• Engage with industry bodies such as PIMFA and Platform Association
• Monitor progress against strategic objectives and drive implementation
• Lead by example with transparency, accountability and a positive culture

Key requirements

• Significant senior-level experience in a regulated financial services environment
• Strong regulatory and technical knowledge in UK wealth management/platforms
• Experience in risk, compliance, audit or assurance roles
• Thorough understanding of UK financial services regulation and FCA requirements
• Knowledge of data protection and regulatory considerations in financial services
• Ability to influence and escalate issues to senior management and Boards
• Proven experience building cross-functional relationships and leading large programmes
• Excellent organisational, communication and presentation skills
• Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach balancing risk and business needs
• Experience leading a Risk & Compliance team
• Commitment to Consumer Duty and delivering fair outcomes
• Integrity, professionalism and accountability
• Experience in global regulated financial services organisations desirable
• Commitment to continuous regulatory knowledge and development

• Influence and stakeholder management
• Analytical thinking
• Strong communication and presentation
• Regulatory reporting (FCA)
• Governance and control frameworks
• Data protection and privacy management

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