Senior Compliance Advisor (Licencing, New product development)

THE COMPANY:

Our client is a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding their Business.  They are looking to hire a Senior Compliance Advisor on a permanent basis.

This will be a hybrid working role, with 3 days in the office per week.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide compliance support for new license applications across different jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements and timelines.
• Advise on regulatory matters related to new products and services, ensuring that the company meets local and international regulatory standards.
• Conduct detailed assessments of regulatory risks for new business initiatives, products, and markets. Identify compliance gaps and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with legal, product, and business development teams to ensure compliance considerations are embedded in the development of new products and services.
• Monitor changes in regulations, laws, and industry best practices across key jurisdictions. Provide regular updates and insights to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for internal teams and provide compliance advice on complex regulatory issues related to the company’s operations, products, and services.
• Lead compliance training sessions for internal teams on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators, industry bodies, and other external stakeholders to stay informed of evolving regulatory requirements and standards.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Must have Licencing advisory, New product development experience
• Solid  experience in compliance or regulatory advisory roles within the financial services industry, with a strong focus on licensing, regulatory affairs, and product development.
• In-depth knowledge of global financial services regulations, including licensing and compliance requirements in multiple jurisdictions (e.g., EU, UK, US, APAC, GCC).
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks such as MiFID II, GDPR, PSD2, and other relevant financial services regulations.
• Proven ability to advise on complex regulatory issues and offer pragmatic, business-oriented solutions while maintaining compliance.

For further information please contact Hannah Tabatabai