Senior Compliance Associate - Private Equity

MERJE are delighted to be exclusively partnering with this boutique Private Equity firm in their search for a Senior Compliance Associate in London. This critical hire offers an exciting opportunity to oversee compliance in a dynamic and fast paced environment and will play a crucial role in maintaining regulatory standards and fostering a culture of compliance across the business. Working closely with the GC/Head of Compliance, you will be responsible for: Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and industry guidance Providing timely and practical compliance advice to investment teams, client services, operations, and senior management. Monitoring regulatory developments, assess the impact on the firm’s business, and propose updates to policies, procedures, and processes. Maintaining and update the firm’s Compliance Monitoring Programme Oversee regulatory reporting obligations (including FCA RegData returns, transaction reporting, suspicious transaction reporting, and breach notifications). Maintain the firm’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), and sanctions compliance frameworks. Support the General Counsel in maintaining regulatory records, compliance registers (breaches, conflicts of interest, gifts & entertainment, personal account dealing, etc.). Investigate regulatory breaches and compliance incidents, ensuring appropriate escalation, documentation, and remedial action. Experience/Skills/Qualifications: 3-5 years of broad based Compliance experience ideally gained in a Private Equity / Private Markets environment Practival knowledge of the FCA Handbook (particularly COBS, SYSC, MAR, FUND, and SM&CR). Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to engage proactively with colleagues at all levels Excellent report writing and presentation skills