From our London headquarters, Broadgate delivers recruitment and consulting for financial and professional services firms across the United Kingdom.

Specialising in banking, insurance, investments and adjacent markets, we support customers and candidates navigating recruitment in complex and highly regulated environments.

Alongside permanent and contract hiring, Broadgate provides a regulator-ready executive search service for critical leadership roles.

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Associate Director: Risk, Compliance, Financial Crime

CUSTOMERS WE HAVE SUPPORTED IN LONDON

MEET THE TEAM

Ben Adams

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Daniel Tapsell

Associate Director, Contract and Interim

Matt Carter

Associate Director: Risk, Compliance, Financial Crime

Georgia Mason

Recruitment Consultant

Declan Stark

Principal Consultant - Risk

Amanda Dolan

Senior Consultant

Annabel Lovell

Recruitment Consultant

Melanie Smit

Senior Search Consultant

Riyaadh George

Recruitment Search Consultant

Aaron Gonsalves

Head of Talent

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LIVE JOBS

Greater London, South East, England
Director - Operational Controls & Investment Operations Oversight
Broadgate are engaged with a high-growth, regulated financial technology platform operating in the institutional cash and short-term funding markets who are seeking an experienced Operational controls & Trading Operations leader to join their London team. If you are a senior operational controls professional who understands institutional trade lifecycles (Repo's), can manage confidently in both directions, and is comfortable stepping into a live environment to drive immediate impact, we would welcome a confidential conversation. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role combining oversight of an established Operations function with a structured uplift of operational controls, risk frameworks, and governance processes. We are looking for a credible operational risk leader who can confidently operate across all levels of the organisation — from C-suite and Board discussions to junior operational staff — acting as a key escalation point and trusted advisor on operational matters. You will conduct a structured, end-to-end review of operational processes across the trade and investment lifecycle, including:Trade execution, confirmations, matching and settlements (repo's essential) Payment flows and reconciliation processesIncident logging and issue managementBusiness risk assessments and control documentationEscalation frameworks and governance pathwaysYou will identify control gaps, reduce key-person dependency, and implement pragmatic improvements appropriate for a growing but regulated environment.Acting as first point of escalation for operational queries and exceptionsManaging up to senior stakeholders and managing down to operational teamsProviding calm, structured decision-making in out-of-process situationsEnsuring cross-functional coordination across Capital Markets, Legal, Finance and TechnologyMaintaining continuity of delivery during a period of changeWho We’re Looking For: 10 years’ experience within a bank, asset manager, or institutional financial services firmStrong background in operational risk, markets business management, post-trade or settlementsDeep understanding of trade and investment cycles, particularly short-term instrumentsExposure to repo, secured financing, TRS or similar products (highly desirable)Proven experience managing operational teams and acting as a senior escalation pointExperience strengthening operational controls, incident logs, and risk frameworksAbility to operate autonomously with sound judgement in a live trading environmentThis is a 6 months FTC.
Declan StarkDeclan Stark
Ipswich, Suffolk, East Anglia, England
Enterprise Risk Executive
Enterprise Risk ExecutiveLocation: IpswichA UK wealth management and financial planning firm is hiring an Enterprise Risk Professional to join their risk function and support the ongoing development of its Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.The RoleSupport and enhance the firm’s ERM frameworkAssist with enterprise-wide risk identification, assessment, and monitoringMaintain risk registers, controls, and risk appetite metricsSupport risk reviews, scenario analysis, and risk reportingPartner with stakeholders to embed risk awareness and good risk practiceAbout YouRelevant experience in risk management, ideally 3–6 yearsFinancial services background Good understanding of risk frameworks and risk methodologiesStrong communication skills and stakeholder confidence
Georgia MasonGeorgia Mason
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Forensic Accountant Assistant Manager / Manager
Forensic Accountant – Assistant Manager/Manager | Belfast | Up to £52,000 We’re looking for an experienced Forensic Accountant to join a dynamic Belfast-based team, working closely with Partners and the Senior Forensics Manager on a variety of high-profile cases. This is a hands-on role with real responsibility and visibility, ideal for someone looking to advance their forensic accounting career. The Role: • Manage a diverse caseload, including contractual and shareholder disputes, fraud investigations, and business interruption claims • Prepare forensic reports, business valuations, and damage assessments • Work closely with clients, solicitors, and senior colleagues on complex assignments • Take ownership of cases while building strong client relationships • Contribute to the growth of the practice by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities Why This Role Stands Out: • Work on challenging, high-profile forensic cases across multiple sectors • Develop expertise in dispute resolution, business valuations, and damage assessment • Collaborate with experienced Partners and a supportive Senior Manager • Opportunity to influence client outcomes while building your professional profile Requirements: • ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified • Proven forensic accounting and dispute investigation experience • Confident communicating with clients and stakeholders at all levels • Experience mentoring colleagues and supporting a high-performing team • Must have the right to work in the UK – no visa sponsorship available Salary: Up to £52,000 If you’re ready to take your forensic accounting career to the next level and make a tangible impact on high-stakes cases, this is a fantastic opportunity to explore.
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan
Glasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland
Finance Assistant
Finance Assistant – Hospitality Sector | Glasgow (Hybrid) | Full-Time | Up to £28,000 We’re partnering with a growing hospitality finance team supporting a portfolio of hotel clients across the UK. This role has arisen due to internal growth, reflecting the supportive and ambitious environment you’ll be joining. This role isn’t purely transactional — it’s designed for someone who wants to develop their skills, gain wider exposure, and grow within a finance team. The Role: • Perform bank reconciliations • Process purchase ledger transactions and liaise with suppliers • Support month-end activities • Assist with financial reporting preparation • Work closely with senior finance colleagues to understand the bigger picture Why This Role Stands Out: • Clear progression pathways within the team • Increasing responsibility as you develop • Exposure to month-end and client-facing work • Mentorship from experienced finance leaders • A team with a strong track record of promoting from within Requirements: • 1–2 years’ experience in hospitality accounting • Experience in a finance role, with bank reconciliations and purchase ledger experience essential • Strong attention to detail and an organised, proactive approach • Genuine desire to learn and grow in a finance career • Must have the right to work in the UK – no visa sponsorship available Why Join: • Faster progression based on impact rather than tenure • Meaningful responsibility early in your career • Collaborative colleagues who share knowledge openly • Exposure to commercially focused client work • Flexible working in a modern, supportive environment If you’re looking for a role where you can develop month by month, gain real experience, and build a career in finance, this is an excellent opportunity to explore.
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan
Scotland
Management Accountant
Management Accountant – Hospitality Sector | Glasgow / Edinburgh (Hybrid) | Up to £35,000 We’re looking for a part-qualified accountant with hotel accounting experience to join a growing hospitality finance team providing outsourced accounting services to hotels across the UK. This is a hands-on role with visibility, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact. The Role: • Prepare month-end management accounts for multiple hotel clients • Handle prepayments, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and income recognition • Supervise and support Finance Assistants • Liaise with hotel teams and other stakeholders • Help streamline processes and improve reporting quality What Makes This Role Special: • Real autonomy and responsibility from day one • Exposure to a variety of hotel clients and complex accounting scenarios • Opportunities to mentor and develop junior team members • Supportive and collaborative team environment • Clear scope to influence processes and grow professionally Requirements: • Part-qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent) • Experience in hospitality accounting • Strong technical skills in prepayments, accruals, balance sheets, and income recognition • Ability to supervise and develop junior team members • Organised, proactive, and collaborative approach • UK citizen or right to work in the UK — no visa sponsorship available If you’re looking for a role where your work is valued, your career can grow quickly, and you can make a real difference in a dynamic hospitality environment, this is a great opportunity.
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Learning & Development Consultant
Learning & Development Consultant – People & Management Development | Belfast | Up to £36,000 We’re looking for a hands-on Learning & Development Consultant to deliver engaging, practical workshops that help people and managers perform at their best. This isn’t slide-led training — it’s interactive, behavioural learning that drives real impact. What you’ll do: • Facilitate workshops on leadership, communication, presentation skills, managing difficult conversations, stakeholder engagement, and more • Deliver sessions in-person and virtually — half-day, full-day, or “lunch & learn” formats • Manage your own client portfolio, tailoring sessions to different organisations • Adapt quickly to varied client environments with some travel Who we’re looking for: • Experienced in delivering L&D workshops end-to-end • Confident leading groups and handling challenging audiences • Skilled in behavioural/soft skills training • Comfortable working at pace across multiple client environments • Flexible and open to travel Why this role: • Salary up to £36,000 benefits • Join a supportive, collaborative team passionate about people development • Clear progression into management and leadership development projects • Make a visible impact in a fast-paced consultancy environment Please note: This role cannot offer visa sponsorship — applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you’re passionate about facilitating growth, enjoy dynamic environments, and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan
Northern Ireland
HR Consultant
HR Consultant – Consultancy Environment | Belfast (Hybrid) | Up to £35,000 Benefits We’re supporting a growing HR consultancy in Belfast with the appointment of an HR Consultant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a client-facing environment, supporting a range of organisations with day-to-day HR matters and people-related challenges. The Role This is not a traditional in-house HR position. As an HR Consultant, you’ll work with multiple clients, advising and supporting across a broad range of HR activities including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations matters (such as disciplinaries, grievances and performance management), redundancies and general HR guidance. The role requires someone adaptable, organised and confident managing different client environments, as priorities can change quickly and no two days will be the same. Requirements • CIPD qualified (essential) • Previous HR experience based in Belfast • Around 1–2 years’ HR experience • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-client environment Please note this role cannot offer visa sponsorship, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. What’s on Offer • Salary up to £35,000 plus benefits • Hybrid working (up to 2 days in the office) • Exposure to a wide variety of industries and HR challenges • Opportunity to build experience in a consultancy environment and continue developing your HR career If you’re looking to step into a more varied, client-facing HR role and develop your consultancy skills, this could be a great next move.
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland
FP&A Analyst (Edinburgh)
FP&A Analyst | Edinburgh (Hybrid) We’re supporting a growing business in Edinburgh with the appointment of an FP&A Analyst to join their finance team. This is a great opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working with data and turning numbers into meaningful commercial insight. The role sits close to senior leadership, giving you real exposure to decision-making across the business. Key responsibilities: • Producing monthly financial reporting and detailed variance analysis • Identifying trends, risks and opportunities across the business • Developing and maintaining KPIs and performance dashboards • Supporting the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting cycles • Partnering with stakeholders to support commercial decision-making and business cases • Assisting with financial integration work as the business continues to grow Requirements: • ACCA / ACA / CIMA (or equivalent) qualified • Minimum 2 years’ post-qualified experience • Experience in FP&A or a commercially focused finance role • Strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate insights clearly • Previous UK industry experience is essential Please note this role cannot offer visa sponsorship, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, feel free to reach out or apply directly.
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan