Senior Compliance Manager

Are you looking to develop your career within a nurturing environment where you can flourish? Do you want to join an award-winning firm that strives for excellence and success for our clients, our people and our business?

About Blick Rothenberg

Blick Rothenberg are a leading tax, accountancy and business advisory firm founded on personal integrity and technical expertise. Our teams work seamlessly to provide advice throughout the life cycle of our clients. Our partner-led approach ensures that our clients receive an excellent service from a high-quality team that combines technical expertise with personal integrity. In order to help preserve this winning formula, we have articulated our approach through the values of Collaboration, Authenticity, Respect and being Dynamic.

Blick Rothenberg is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce across all levels by building a genuinely inclusive culture where everyone can fulfil their potential and be themselves. We seek to attract smart, talented people from the widest talent pool as well as those that reflect the diversity of the communities we live and work in. BR supports flexible working (BRighter working) which aims to allow you to balance your life with the needs of colleagues and the high expectations of our clients.

What we offer

We offer a nurturing and collaborative working culture that is caring and protecting of our people, within an environment where they can learn and flourish. In addition to a competitive remuneration package, we offer a range of flexible benefits and flexible working hours. We have clearly defined career pathways which empower you to manage your own development. We have a number of colleague-led collaborative working groups which help shape our strategy.

The Role

As a Senior Compliance Manager, you will support the Head of Compliance in leading the organisation's compliance strategy, ensuring adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards. This role provides strategic guidance, oversees compliance frameworks, and works with senior leadership to embed a strong compliance culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Governance
  • Monitor and interpret relevant laws, regulations, and guidance affecting the organisation.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and control frameworks.
  • Advise senior leadership on regulatory changes, risks, and operational impacts.
  • Ensure the organisation meets regulatory reporting and filing obligations.
• Risk Management
  • Lead compliance risk assessments and maintain the compliance risk register.
  • Design and oversee risk mitigation strategies and internal controls.
  • Conduct compliance reviews and thematic audits as required.
• Compliance Monitoring & Assurance
  • Establish and manage an annual compliance monitoring programme.
  • Track and report compliance breaches, incidents, and remediation actions.
  • Produce clear, high-quality reports for executive committees and boards.
• Training & Culture
  • Deliver compliance training and awareness initiatives across the organisation.
  • Foster a culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability.
  • Serve as a trusted adviser to business units and senior stakeholders.
• Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Mentor the compliance team.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Risk, HR, Audit, Operations).
  • Act as point of contact for regulators, auditors, and external partners, as required.

Essential Skills & Experience Requirements

• Extensive experience in compliance, regulatory, or risk roles.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks, with particular focus on Anti-Money Laundering regulations and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage complex compliance programmes and deliver results.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience leading teams or managing cross‑functional initiatives.

Desirable

• Professional compliance qualifications (e.g., ICA).
• Industry-specific experience.
• Project management or change management experience.
• Ability to influence at all levels.

Key Attributes

• High ethical standards and sound judgement.
• Strategic thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and collaborative.
• Effective in fast‑paced or highly regulated environments.

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid working across multiple locations (office, client site, home).
• Synchronous/Asynchronous working using technology.
• Smarter working with tech‑enabled or simple process changes.
• Flexible working arrangements to fit individual needs.
• Pension – Looking after your future self when it's time to step back.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Permanent Health Insurance.
• Life Assurance – 4× salary.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Employee Benefits Portal – Cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases.
• Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities.
• Opportunity to attend social events.
• Career Coaching.