ThinkMarketsis a global financial technology company, specializing in providing multi-asset trading solutions to thousands of clients around the world. With our flagshipThinkTraderplatform, we make it available for our clients to trade the world24-hoursa day. Our mission is to bridge the gap between traders, investors, and platforms by allowing access to global markets and thousands of products, thus providing our clients with the ability to trade the world in the palm of their hand. We use the latest technologies to give traders seamless access to our proprietary trading platforms.
We are looking for a Compliance Analyst to join our London Compliance team. This role is ideal for someone with experience in the online trading, Forex, CFD, fintech, or broader financial services industry, with a solid understanding of UK financial regulations, AML/KYC requirements, and financial crime prevention.
Working closely with the Compliance team and key stakeholders across the business, you will play an important role in supporting ThinkMarkets in meeting its regulatory obligations and maintaining effective compliance controls within an FCA-regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the delivery of the Compliance Monitoring Programme, including thematic reviews, desk-based reviews, and compliance checks across relevant business areas.
- Analysecompliance data and management information toidentifytrends, potential risks, and areas for improvement, escalating issues whereappropriateand supporting practical recommendations.
- Provideday-to-day compliance guidance to internal stakeholders, responding to queries clearly and effectively whilemaintainingappropriate records.
- Support KYC, client onboarding, and ongoing customer due diligence processes, including the review of client documentation and escalation of potential compliance concerns.
- Support AML and financial crime controls, including transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and compliance investigations.
- Maintain compliance registers, logs, and trackers, including complaints, training records, regulatory obligations, and policy review schedules.
- Support the preparation of regulatory submissions, compliance reports, andmanagementinformation asrequired.
- Review financial promotions, marketing materials, and client communications to ensure alignment with applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Work closely with Operations, Payments, Risk, Customer Support, and other internal stakeholders to investigate and resolve compliance-related matters.
- Contribute to ad hoc compliance projects and business initiatives, helping to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical, workable outcomes.
- Support compliance activities across ThinkMarkets' onshore and offshore entities andjurisdictions, asrequired.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in a Compliance, AML, KYC, Financial Crime, or Regulatory Compliance role within the online trading, Forex, CFD, fintech, or financial services industry.
- Experience working within an FCA-regulated financial services environment is highly desirable.
- Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations, KYC, CDD, EDD, sanctions screening, and financial crime controls.
- Familiarity with the FCA Handbook and UK regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of financial markets andleveragedtrading products, including Forex and CFDs.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Compliance Analyst employer: ThinkMarkets
ThinkMarkets is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Chicago where innovation meets opportunity. As the Head of Marketing for ThinkTrader, you will be at the forefront of driving growth in a cutting-edge fintech space, with access to advanced marketing technologies and a culture that prioritises collaboration and employee development. With a commitment to leveraging AI tools and fostering a high-performing team, ThinkMarkets provides a unique platform for professional growth and meaningful contributions to the global trading community.