Overview

We are seeking a commercially minded, ambitious compliance professional to join our client (a boutique Investment Bank) as Deputy Head of Compliance / SMF 17.

This is a unique opportunity for a mid to senior level onboarding/AML specialist who is ready to step up into a leadership role, driving forward the compliance and AML frameworks, while gaining exposure to broader strategic responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as SMF17 (MLRO), ensuring effective oversight of AML and financial crime compliance across the business.
• Support the Head of Compliance in managing the firm’s compliance framework, acting as Deputy Head of Compliance.
• Lead and enhance onboarding processes, KYC/CDD, and transaction monitoring to ensure robust AML standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of AML and compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with regulatory expectations.
• Provide guidance and training to business teams, embedding a strong compliance culture across the organisation.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders as required.
• Partner with commercial teams to ensure compliance solutions are pragmatic, business-friendly, and aligned with growth objectives.

 

Candidate Profile

• Senior to mid-level experience in AML/onboarding within financial services, notably a SME sized Investment Bank / Capital Markets business.
• Strong understanding of UK regulatory requirements, particularly FCA and PRA requirements.
• Commercially minded, able to balance regulatory obligations with business objectives within a more boutique environment

Are you ready to take the next step in your career?

We look forward to hearing from you

Please send CVs to contact@theriskpartners.com

 

 

The Client:

We are working with an EMI Fintech company who are looking for a Head of Compliance / MLRO to join their team in Amsterdam.

You will lead their Electronic Money Institution (EMI) licence application with the Dutch Central Bank (DNB) and establish a strong compliance and financial crime framework for our operations in the Netherlands and the wider EU market.

This role will suit a senior compliance professional with hands-on experience navigating complex regulatory environments, ideally within fintech or payments

The Requirements:

• Must have experience with EMI license application
• Experience as a Head of Compliance / MLRO
• Able to commute to their office in Amsterdam

The Client:

We are working with a well-known Automotive Finance company in their search for a Regulatory / Complaints Oversight Manager position, based in Surrey.

The Role: 

• Dealing with contentious, regulatory based complaints / disputes
• Managing the second line control framework
• Provide legal and regulatory advice on events and incidents
• Provide guidance to the first line teams on regulatory and complaints management
• Attend meetings / industry forums when required

The Requirements:

• Law / Legal Educational background is not essential, but is highly desirable
• Must have Complaints experience (ideally from 2LOD)
• Must have Regulatory Compliance and / or Legal experience
• Must be experienced in dealing with contentious, regulatory based complaints / disputes
• Consumer Duty and FCA regulations knowledge
• Commutable to Surrey on a 3 day per week hybrid pattern

Note: This role will not offer sponsorship

Job Title: Senior Python Developer – Risk Technology

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina (Hybrid)

We’re working with a leading global financial institution undergoing a major digital transformation across its Risk Technology function. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Python Developer to help build scalable, cloud-based risk systems.

Key Responsibles:

• Develop and maintain scalable Python applications supporting risk and analytics functions
• Build and deploy solutions within Azure cloud environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance front-end tools (React JS, HTML5, CSS3)
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across systems
• Ensure high coding standards, test coverage, and clear documentation
• Integrate risk models, data feeds, and dashboards into enterprise systems
• Support Power BI integration and VaR system development

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ hands-on experience in Python development (essential)
• Strong knowledge of Azure cloud services; Databricks experience is described
• Solid understanding of SQL / NoSQL databases and distributed systems
• Exposure to financial risk systems (VaR, exposure management, or market risk)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, global environment

If this sounds like you, apply below.

The Role:

We are looking to source a Credit Risk professional at an AVP level who has worked in a 2LOD Credit function within a Corporate Bank, who has worked specifically on Commodities, Oil, Gas, Metals or Mining portfolios.

Ideally you will have covered MNC / Large Corporate customers across EMEA portfolios.

To be suitable for this role, candidates should be:

• London based
• Strong 2LOD Credit Risk background from a Corporate Bank
• Covered Commodities, Oil, Gas, Metals or Mining portfolios.
• Not requiring company sponsorship

 

The role is a permanent position, working in a hybrid pattern and will pay £70k – £85k base + bonus + benefits.

If you meet these requirements, please apply today!

Ready to lead risk strategy across Europe for a global financial powerhouse? We’re looking for a seasoned risk professional to drive governance, embed frameworks, and elevate risk maturity.

What You’ll Do:
– Own the European risk agenda—design, deliver, and evolve the framework
– Lead governance forums and challenge first-line assessments
– Strengthen control environments and drive remediation with senior stakeholders
– Represent risk at board level and with regulators
– Build strategic alliances across global functions

What You Bring:
– Deep expertise in risk management within financial services
– Proven leadership across multi-jurisdictional teams
– Sharp analytical mindset and strong stakeholder influence
– Ability to simplify complexity and drive action

Why Join?
– High-impact leadership role
– Flexible working and strong support for personal development
– Inclusive, forward-thinking culture

Job Title: Enterprise Risk Analyst

Location: London

Salary: £50k – £60k (DOE)

Please note that no sponsorship is available for this role

We’re working with a well-renowned Asset / Investment management firm who are keen to add to their risk team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support operational and enterprise risk initiatives across the business
• Manage incident reporting and contribute to risk reporting processes
• Analyse data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for mitigation
• Collaborate with teams across asset / investment management to ensure robust risk controls

Requirements:

• Prior experience in operational or enterprise risk
• Hands-on experience with incident management and risk reporting
• Exposure to asset or investment management environments (preferred)
• Strong data-focused skill set, with the ability to turn insights into action

If this sounds like you, please apply with your CV below.

The Client:

I am working with a well-known London based Financial Services company in their search for a Compliance professional to join their team on a contract.

The Role:

You will be involved in financial promotions policy and approvals and complaints handling.

– Salary paying up to £60k
– Hybrid working, 3 days a week in the office
– Must have experience working with CFD product

The Client:

We are working with a London based Brokerage firm in their search for a Compliance Manager.

The Role:

You will provide advice to various product teams on new and existing products. Development of relevant Compliance policies & frameworks and also advising the business on Consumer Duty.

• Role is paying up to £80,000 (DOE)
• Plus Bonus and Benefits
• Hybrid working, 3 days a week in the office

The Requirements: 

• Must have strong knowledge of retail investments
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Previous experience working with CFDs and Derivatives