Senior Compliance Manager

2 months ago

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Right People Recruitment Solutions Full time

Job Description:

Senior Compliance Manager



Are you an experienced compliance leader with a passion for maintaining the highest standards of regulatory integrity and operational excellence? Do you have the expertise to oversee complex compliance matters while supporting the growth and quality standards of a top-tier professional services firm? Join our client, a leading accounting and advisory firm with a team of dedicated professionals. We are committed to delivering exceptional compliance oversight, supporting client growth, and offering a platform for advancing your career in compliance management.



A well-established audit, advisory, and compliance firm based in Aberdeen. With a team of professionals, we deliver bespoke compliance, audit, and advisory solutions to our diverse client base. As a forward-thinking organisation, we embrace innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional development to ensure success for both our team and clients.



The Opportunity:

As a Senior Compliance Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Lead and manage the firm’s overall compliance function, ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks such as AML, GDPR, and auditing standards.
  • Shape and influence the firm’s compliance strategy, ensuring ongoing process improvements and external regulatory requirements are met.
  • Oversee key areas such as AML, MLRO responsibilities, engagement letters, audit standards, client monies, GDPR compliance, and ethics, while reporting directly to the partner group.
  • Take ownership of key quality management processes, including cold reviews, root cause analysis, and the System of Quality Management (SOQM).
  • Build and nurture relationships with external reviewers and regulatory bodies.
  • Support and mentor junior professionals and contribute to their leadership development.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Compliance Leadership:
  • Lead the firm’s compliance efforts across areas including AML, GDPR, audit standards, and regulatory frameworks. Ensure strict adherence to professional standards and legal regulations.
  • AML & MLCO:
  • Act as the MLCO and oversee the firm’s anti-money laundering policies, ensuring full compliance and that AML reporting is conducted effectively.
  • Audit Quality Management:
  • Oversee the cold review process, ensure continuous improvement through root cause analysis, and take ownership of the firm’s System of Quality Management (SOQM). Ensure compliance with audit standards such as ISAs and ICAS guidelines.
  • External Reviews & Relationships:
  • Build and manage relationships with external reviewers and regulatory bodies. Ensure Practice Assurance and Audit Compliance reviews are carried out, with a focus on process improvements.
  • GDPR & Data Protection:
  • Oversee the firm’s GDPR compliance in collaboration with the Data Protection Officer (DPO). Ensure data protection protocols are followed and coordinate GDPR audits, reporting, and staff training.
  • Client Monies & Investment Business:
  • Oversee the management of client monies and ensure FCA compliance for investment business activities.
  • Ethics & Independence:
  • Ensure the firm adheres to ethical guidelines, including regular independence assessments and compliance with ICAS’s Code of Ethics.
  • Engagement Letters:
  • Manage the preparation and compliance of engagement letters, ensuring they meet regulatory standards.
  • Annual Compliance & Certifications:
  • Oversee annual compliance processes, including Fit and Proper certifications and independence declarations.
  • CPD Management:
  • Coordinate and manage Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for all qualified staff and those in senior leadership positions. Oversee the annual CPD collation and review process to ensure compliance with ICAS standards.
  • Process Improvement:
  • Lead ongoing process improvements in compliance areas, ensuring the firm remains aligned with evolving industry standards and regulatory requirements.



Strategic Leadership and Compliance Development:

  • Collaborate closely with senior management to define the firm’s compliance strategy and drive growth through regulatory excellence.
  • Lead the development and implementation of new compliance initiatives, including quality management systems, process automation, and compliance technologies.
  • Participate in the strategic planning of compliance-related projects, ensuring they align with the firm’s long-term objectives.



Qualifications and Experience:

  • Strong working knowledge of UK compliance regulations, including AML, GDPR, audit standards, and ethical requirements.
  • Professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA/CA or compliance-related certification (e.g., ICA, ICAEW, or similar).
  • Proven experience in managing compliance functions, overseeing audit quality, and handling relationships with external regulatory bodies.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills, with a track record of driving process improvements and managing teams.
  • Strong organisational and strategic skills, with experience in coordinating CPD and ensuring regulatory compliance.



The Senior Compliance Manager Role

This role offers a unique opportunity for an accomplished compliance professional to take on a leadership position, shaping the firm’s compliance strategy, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and driving process improvements. If you are passionate about compliance, process excellence, and fostering a culture of integrity, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team.




  • Senior Compliance Manager

    2 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Fintech Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Our long standing client, a leading CA firm based in central Aberdeen and on an impressive growth curve are looking to recruit a Senior Compliance Manager to the business. With genuine career progression opportunities and a true work/life balance achievable, I am keen to speak to people who have undertaken a similar role...

  • Senior Audit Manager

    2 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Right People Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of clients while contributing to workflow planning and overall section management. Drive business development efforts by identifying and cultivating opportunities that contribute to the firm’s growth and success. Achieve revenue and profitability targets while minimising work in progress (WIP) write-offs and ensuring...

  • Senior Project Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Aberdeen, Scotland, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom DataX Connect Full time

    Senior Project Manager (Electrical Bias)Aberdeen/InverurieLarge Substation Projects (Power and Renewable Team)£NegotiableJob Description:We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager with an electrical bias to join our Power and Renewable Team. The successful candidate will oversee large substation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time,...

  • Audit Senior Manager

    2 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom FinTech Recruitment Solutions Full time

    FinTech Recruitment Solutions is working with a well-known and market-leading accountancy firm. Our client is looking to hire an Audit Senior Manager where the successful candidate will work closet with the Audit Director. This role will play a lead role in the audit team, coaching and training the team as required while ensuring deadlines and budgets are...

  • Senior Tax Analyst

    1 month ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Hutcheon Mearns Full time

    Hutcheon Mearns are working with a Private Equity backed, high growth, multi-national organisation to source a Senior Tax Analyst to support their Europe, Middle East and Africa ('EMEA') Region. This is an exciting role which will offer the successful candidate opportunities to advance their career. This business has recently had significant...

  • Senior Quantity Surveyor

    2 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Contract Scotland Limited Full time

    Join an esteemed team as a Senior Quantity Surveyor and play a pivotal role in a groundbreaking £1.3bn power transmission project located in the North East of Scotland. Your expertise will shape the success of this venture, and we're eager to welcome an experienced individual to the team.Roles and Responsibilities: Oversee all financial aspects of the...

  • Senior Tax Analyst

    6 days ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Hutcheon Mearns Full time

    Hutcheon Mearns are working with a Private Equity backed, high growth, multi-national organisation to source a Senior Tax Analyst with strong UK tax experience. This is an exciting developmental role which will offer the successful candidate opportunities to advance their career. Training, support and development will be provided in any areas new to the...

  • Group Finance Manager

    1 month ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Hutcheon Mearns Full time

    Hutcheon Mearns are working with a Private Equity backed, high growth, multi-national organisation to recruit a Finance Manager. Reporting into the Group Finance Director, this is a key role in the Group Finance team. Managing a team of qualified Accountants, this is a fantastic career development opportunity which is varied and diverse, allowing the...

  • Corporate Tax Assistant Manager

    2 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Fintech Recruitment Solutions Full time

    FinTech RS has been approached by a well-known, local accountancy firm to assist them in their recruitment of a Corporate Tax professional at either Assistant Manager or Manager level. This role will come under the Aberdeen office however there is flexibility with remote/hybrid working potentially available for the right candidate. due to their hybrid/remote...

  • Senior Contracts Advisor

    3 weeks ago

    Aberdeen, Scotland, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Centurion Group Full time

    Main purpose of role: Risk mitigation through effective contract negotiation and management. Reporting to the Head of Legal, the Senior Contracts Advisor will provide strategic commercial and contractual expertise and guidance in support of Centurion’s pre and post contract award phases.The role requires strong, collaborative relationships within the...

  • Senior Solicitor

    1 week ago

    Aberdeen, Scotland, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Hutcheon Mearns Limited Full time

    Hutcheon Mearns are supporting a leading private client residential property firm who specialise in providing a one stop property service associated with private client work.The firm boasts a prominent city centre location and provides a complete service from its Aberdeen HQ, including buying, selling, relocating, remortgage, wills and executry...

  • Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

    1 month ago

    Aberdeen, Scotland, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom iO Associates - UKEU Full time

    Position: Senior Design EngineerLocation: Aberdeen, UKAbout the Company:My client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. They specialize in designing downhole tools for the oil and gas industry.Key Responsibilities:Ensure QHSE compliance and establish engineering standards.Create technical drawings and documentation for assembly...

  • Interim Senior Financial Accountant

    4 days ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Hutcheon Mearns Full time

    Hutcheon Mearns is working with a large, successful oil service company to source an Interim Senior Financial Accountant on a 3-month contract basis to support with year-end. Key Responsibilities: Balance sheet reconciliations prep and review Support the intercompany process Preparing the Profit Loss and Balance Sheet for smaller UK entities ...

  • Senior Reporting Accountant

    4 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Fintech Recruitment Solutions Full time

    FinTech Recruitment is supporting one of our global energy businesses as they looking to recruit a qualified accountant for the role of Senior Reporting Accountant. The Senior Statutory Reporting Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial information for the management team. The role is primarily focused and...

  • Audit Senior

    4 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Right People Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.Verify assets and liabilitiesComplete audit scope by documenting audit tests and findings.Appraise and confirm internal control systems by completing audit questionnaires.Maintain internal control systems by updating audit...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Aberdeen, Scotland, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Taylor Root Full time

    About the company:A global leader in the delivery of offshore projects and services for the energy industry. They make offshore energy transition possible through the continuous evolution of lower-carbon oil and gas and by enabling the growth of renewables and emerging energy is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their team. The role is based in...

  • Integration Manager

    2 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Fintech Recruitment Solutions Full time

    Our client, a highly acquisitive business in the Energy sector are looking to integrate a new function into their business which will focus on the capture and effective usage of all historic and current data eminating from the various business units.A key role within this is that of the Integration Manager, where you will be a key focus point within the...

  • International Tax

    4 months ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Right People Recruitment Solutions Full time

    International TaxOur client has an exciting opportunity to join their international tax services team, who are recognised as being leaders in international tax advisory and cross border M&A.You will be working with some of the largest corporations in the world, advising them on their domestic corporate tax planning, UK corporate compliance, tax provisioning,...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Robert Gordons College Full time

    Robert Gordon’s College is an all-through independent school for pupils aged 3 - 18, with an annual turnover of £22 million. Founded in 1750 and situated in the heart of Aberdeen city, the school has over 1,500 pupils in the Nursery, Junior School and Senior School, and employs over 400 staff. The Schoolhill campus extends to 1.5 hectares with a variety...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom Robert Gordons College Full time

    Robert Gordon’s College is an all-through independent school for pupils aged 3 - 18, with an annual turnover of £22 million. Founded in 1750 and situated in the heart of Aberdeen city, the school has over 1,500 pupils in the Nursery, Junior School and Senior School, and employs over 400 staff. The Schoolhill campus extends to 1.5 hectares with a variety...