Compliance Associate - International Corporate Bank £45k-£55k

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Compliance Manager in supporting the Bank's compliance function, adhering to all regulatory, financial, and core operational system requirements while maintaining an effective Compliance, AML, and Financial Crime framework. The Compliance Associate will support controls through regulatory monitoring, financial crime oversight, and continuous enhancement of policies and procedures.

Client Details

Our client is a corporate bank with international exposure, including a growing presence in the London market. The firm provides a range of corporate banking, trade finance, and treasury services while maintaining strong governance and rigorous regulatory standards.

Description

• Support the Compliance Manager in delivering and enhancing the annual Compliance Monitoring Programme and identifying regulatory risks across the Bank.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance frameworks, including policies and procedures, while performing regulatory horizon scanning and impact assessments.
• Provide compliance advisory support, contribute to regulatory submissions and senior management reporting, and help resolve internal and external compliance issues.
• Work with the Deputy MLRO on Financial Crime oversight, including CDD, sanctions screening assurance, risk assessments, and control testing, and provide cover for the Compliance Manager when needed.
• Support additional activities such as trade surveillance, monitoring (voice/e-comms), reviewing policies, and completing ad-hoc tasks or projects assigned by senior compliance leadership.

Profile

The successful applicant will have:

• Bachelor's degree in law, finance, risk, or a related field preferred, with professional compliance certifications (e.g., ICA, CAMS)
• 1-4 years' experience in compliance ideally within a sell-side environment, with strong knowledge of regulatory and financial crime requirements.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret regulatory rules and identify compliance issues accurately.
• Excellent report writing and communication abilities, with high integrity and sound professional judgement.

Job Offer

• Salary circa £45,000 to £55,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and internal growth.,
• Supportive and professional working environment.

If you are a motivated Compliance Analyst looking for a rewarding role in London, we encourage you to apply.