Interim Compliance Manager

Compliance ManagerAbout the Role:I am looking for a Risk & Compliance Manager to support and strengthen risk management and compliance practices across the UK business. This role is vital in fostering a culture of risk and privacy awareness, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement in our control environment. You’ll play a key role in business change initiatives, regulatory reporting, and our evolving AI strategy, working closely with senior stakeholders and business leaders.Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and embed the Risk Management Framework (RMF) across the business to help identify, manage, and mitigate key risks.
• Oversee the breaches and issues process, ensuring accurate reporting and driving root cause resolution.
• Support the production of high-quality Risk & Compliance reports for the Board, including Consumer Duty reporting.
• Collaborate with the Senior Compliance Manager to ensure regulatory requirements (including FCA and Consumer Duty) are reflected in business practices.
• Provide timely and constructive challenge on risk and compliance issues to strengthen the control environment and safeguard customer and business outcomes.
• Act as a key stakeholder on business change projects, offering risk management advice and challenge.
• Lead by example, championing company values and promoting a strong compliance culture.
• Develop and manage the data protection framework, enhancing privacy risk awareness and controls.
• Contribute proactively to the company’s AI strategy and governance, representing Risk & Compliance on the AI Council.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in risk management and compliance within a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations, including Consumer Duty.
• Proven ability to produce and interpret risk reports for senior leadership.
• Knowledge of data protection principles and privacy risk management.
• Confident communicator and collaborative stakeholder.
• Forward-thinking mindset with an interest in emerging tech, such as AI.