Job Description

Risk & Compliance Officer

Eight Wealth Management - Whiteley

55,000-65,000

Are you an experienced

Risk and Compliance Officer

? Do you enjoy leading teams, solving problems, and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

As our

Risk & Compliance Officer

, you'll play a key role in helping Eight stay aligned with regulations, ethical standards, and our own high expectations. You'll lead a small team and work closely with departments across the business to ensure everything we do is responsible, safe, and client-focused.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain internal compliance policies, procedures, and controls. Manage a small compliance team, providing clear direction and development support. Monitor day-to-day business activity to ensure compliance across departments. Lead internal audits and regulatory reviews, supported by your team. Conduct risk assessments and follow up on identified issues. Work closely with client-facing teams to handle complaints and escalations. Produce timely reports for internal and external stakeholders. Deliver training and ongoing guidance on regulatory topics. Keep internal teams informed of any relevant regulatory changes.

What We're Looking For

Experience in compliance, risk, audit, or legal roles within financial services. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. A strong working knowledge of frameworks like AML, KYC, GDPR, and MiFID II. Experience leading or mentoring others. Ability to stay organised and thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment. High integrity, attention to detail, and confidence in decision-making. Familiarity with MS Office, Salesforce, and Monday.com (desirable). A professional compliance qualification (ICA, CAMS or similar) is a plus.

What We Offer

Hybrid working

: 3 days in the office, 2 days wherever you work best

Performance bonus

+

Company-wide bonus

(when Eight hits targets)

28 days' holiday

+

bank holidays

+

your birthday off

Private medical insurance

&

life assurance

(4x salary)

Wellbeing support

: EAP, mental health helpline, cycle-to-work scheme

Free mortgage and pension advice

from our in-house experts

Volunteering time

: 8 paid hours annually via The Eight Foundation

Regular socials & epic events

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 55,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person