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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Matt Carter
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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

Director, Contract and Interim

Matt Carter

Associate Director: Risk, Compliance, Financial Crime

Georgia Mason

Recruitment Consultant

Oliver White

Senior Consultant

Declan Stark

Principal Consultant - Risk

Amanda Dolan

Senior Consultant

Annabel Lovell

Recruitment Consultant

Riyaadh George

Recruitment Search Consultant

Aaron Gonsalves

Head of Talent

Market Guide

Built with fresh insights from our international talent network, our consultants have developed this guide for anyone hoping to benchmark their salaries, align remuneration with the wider market, or learn more about the trends and challenges facing regulated businesses in Germany. Download a copy to learn more about the current shape of the accounting, risk, and compliance markets. 

LIVE JOBS

Glasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland
Audit Manager - Glasgow
Lead. Develop. Grow. An ambitious audit team in Glasgow needs an Audit Manager who's ready to step up, managing a diverse portfolio, mentoring the next generation, and helping shape where the practice goes next.The role, in short: you'll run audit engagements end-to-end for a mix of commercial, owner-managed and charity clients, while working closely with Partners and Directors on both delivery and growth.  Responsibilities include: Portfolio & delivery — manage engagements from planning to sign-off, run multiple assignments at once, keep quality and profitability on trackClient relationships — be the trusted face clients come back to, and the one who spots opportunities for moreTechnical leadership — review work, uphold standards, keep the bar highPeople development — coach and mentor junior colleagues as they growCommercial input — contribute to networking, BD, and strategic growth with Partners and Directors Requirements:  ACA / ACCA / ICAS (or equivalent)Significant post-qualification external audit experience in practiceProven portfolio management and stakeholder-handling skillsA track record developing and mentoring othersStrong technical grounding and the organisational chops to juggle it allOwn reliable transport Preferred: Experience with owner-managed businesses or charity clientsExposure to business development and networking activitiesExperience reviewing and signing off work produced by junior auditors Hybrid setup based in the Glasgow office, client sites, and across the Glasgow/Edinburgh region. Reach out to me today if you would like to discuss this opportunity further!
Tyla RitchieTyla Ritchie
London, Greater London, South East, England
Senior Financial Crime Manager
Senior Financial Crime Manager – International Payments A growing international money transfer business wants an experienced MLRO to own financial crime compliance for its UK-regulated entity. This is a standalone, senior role reporting to the CFO, with direct exposure to the CEO and Board. ResponsibilitiesAct as nominated MLRO and primary FCA contact on financial crimeManage the internal SAR process, NCA submissions (including DAML) and law enforcement requestsOwn the firm-wide risk assessment and AML/CTF, Sanctions, PEP and ABC policiesSet KYC/CDD/EDD standards and approve high-risk and PEP relationshipsOversee sanctions screening, transaction monitoring and fraud controlsProduce the Annual MLRO Report and regular Board reportingDeliver AML training and run assurance reviewsRequirementsMLRO or Deputy MLRO experience, ideally in payments, remittance, e-money or fintech5+ years in a senior UK compliance roleInternational experience essential; African markets exposure a plusCommercially minded, collaborative and comfortable working autonomously
Georgia MasonGeorgia Mason
London, Greater London, South East, England
MLRO
MLRO – International Payments A growing international money transfer business wants an experienced MLRO to own financial crime compliance for its UK-regulated entity. This is a standalone, senior role reporting to the CFO, with direct exposure to the CEO and Board. ResponsibilitiesAct as nominated MLRO and primary FCA contact on financial crimeManage the internal SAR process, NCA submissions (including DAML) and law enforcement requestsOwn the firm-wide risk assessment and AML/CTF, Sanctions, PEP and ABC policiesSet KYC/CDD/EDD standards and approve high-risk and PEP relationshipsOversee sanctions screening, transaction monitoring and fraud controlsProduce the Annual MLRO Report and regular Board reportingDeliver AML training and run assurance reviewsRequirementsMLRO or Deputy MLRO experience, ideally in payments, remittance, e-money or fintech5+ years in a senior UK compliance roleInternational experience essential; African markets exposure a plusCommercially minded, collaborative and comfortable working autonomously
Georgia MasonGeorgia Mason
United Kingdom
Head of Risk
Head of Risk Financial Services12-month FTC with view to permanent Predominantly remoteAn established and growing UK financial services business is looking to appoint a Head of Risk to lead and further develop its in-house Risk function.This is a broad, autonomous role with significant exposure to senior leadership. Reporting into the senior Risk leadership structure and working closely with the CFO, you will take ownership of the Group's Risk agenda and play a key role in strengthening the organisation's risk framework as the business continues to grow.The organisation is particularly focused on technology risk, cyber, information security and operational resilience, alongside wider enterprise, operational and prudential risk.Key responsibilitiesLead and develop the Group Risk Management Framework, policies, appetite and governance.Provide effective second-line challenge across enterprise, operational, financial and prudential risk.Lead oversight of technology risk, cyber, information security and operational resilience.Support the CRO with ORSA, prudential risk and regulatory requirements.Partner closely with Finance on financial reporting controls, regulatory reporting and risk matters.Provide clear, forward-looking risk insight to senior management and the Board.Lead and develop a small Risk team, embedding a proactive and commercially focused risk culture.Identify areas for improvement and, importantly, drive the implementation of practical solutions across the business.About you:You will be an experienced Risk professional operating at Senior Manager or Head of Risk level within a regulated financial services environment.Experience within insurance would be advantageous, particularly exposure to Solvency II, ORSA and prudential risk, although candidates from broader regulated financial services backgrounds will also be considered.The successful candidate is likely to have strong experience across operational risk, technology risk, cyber and/or operational resilience, combined with the ability to operate across the wider enterprise risk agenda.Most importantly, you will be someone who is commercial, pragmatic and execution-focused: able to identify risks, challenge senior stakeholders and then work with the business to implement meaningful improvements.The Opportunity:This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Risk Manager looking to step into a genuine Head of Risk position, with significant autonomy and visibility across the organisation.The role offers close exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team, with the opportunity to shape and mature the Risk function rather than simply operate within an established framework.The position is predominantly remote, with attendance in the office expected approximately once or twice a month for key Board meetings.12-month FTC with a view to permanentApply now and we will get back to you
Declan StarkDeclan Stark
United Kingdom
Head of Risk
Head of Risk Financial Services12-month FTC with view to permanent Predominantly remoteAn established and growing UK financial services business is looking to appoint a Head of Risk to lead and further develop its in-house Risk function.This is a broad, autonomous role with significant exposure to senior leadership. Reporting into the senior Risk leadership structure and working closely with the CFO, you will take ownership of the Group's Risk agenda and play a key role in strengthening the organisation's risk framework as the business continues to grow.The organisation is particularly focused on technology risk, cyber, information security and operational resilience, alongside wider enterprise, operational and prudential risk.Key responsibilitiesLead and develop the Group Risk Management Framework, policies, appetite and governance.Provide effective second-line challenge across enterprise, operational, financial and prudential risk.Lead oversight of technology risk, cyber, information security and operational resilience.Support the CRO with ORSA, prudential risk and regulatory requirements.Partner closely with Finance on financial reporting controls, regulatory reporting and risk matters.Provide clear, forward-looking risk insight to senior management and the Board.Lead and develop a small Risk team, embedding a proactive and commercially focused risk culture.Identify areas for improvement and, importantly, drive the implementation of practical solutions across the business.About you:You will be an experienced Risk professional operating at Senior Manager or Head of Risk level within a regulated financial services environment.Experience within insurance would be advantageous, particularly exposure to Solvency II, ORSA and prudential risk, although candidates from broader regulated financial services backgrounds will also be considered.The successful candidate is likely to have strong experience across operational risk, technology risk, cyber and/or operational resilience, combined with the ability to operate across the wider enterprise risk agenda.Most importantly, you will be someone who is commercial, pragmatic and execution-focused: able to identify risks, challenge senior stakeholders and then work with the business to implement meaningful improvements.The Opportunity:This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Risk Manager looking to step into a genuine Head of Risk position, with significant autonomy and visibility across the organisation.The role offers close exposure to the CFO and senior leadership team, with the opportunity to shape and mature the Risk function rather than simply operate within an established framework.The position is predominantly remote, with attendance in the office expected approximately once or twice a month for key Board meetings.12-month FTC with a view to permanentApply now and we will get back to you
Declan StarkDeclan Stark
West Midlands, England
File Checker
File Checker - Business QualityA leading UK financial advice network is looking for a Business Quality Adviser to join its Supervision & Assurance team, reviewing advice files to make sure clients get good outcomes.What you'll doCarry out pre- and post-sale file reviews across Investments, Pensions, Mortgages and InsuranceAssess suitability, affordability, capacity for loss, risk profiling and disclosure against COBS, MCOB, ICOBS, PROD and Consumer DutyGive clear, constructive feedback to advisers and support them in raising standardsRun root cause analysis on failed or at-risk cases and help improve controls and guidanceContribute to thematic reviews (e.g. retirement advice, DB transfers, vulnerable customers)What you'll needExperience in quality assurance or paraplanning within a financial advice firmStrong knowledge of FCA rules, Consumer Duty and vulnerable customer guidanceLevel 4 Diploma (DipPFS, DipFA or equivalent)
Georgia MasonGeorgia Mason
West Sussex, South East, England
File Checker
File Checker - Business QualityA leading UK financial advice network is looking for a Business Quality Adviser to join its Supervision & Assurance team, reviewing advice files to make sure clients get good outcomes.What you'll doCarry out pre- and post-sale file reviews across Investments, Pensions, Mortgages and InsuranceAssess suitability, affordability, capacity for loss, risk profiling and disclosure against COBS, MCOB, ICOBS, PROD and Consumer DutyGive clear, constructive feedback to advisers and support them in raising standardsRun root cause analysis on failed or at-risk cases and help improve controls and guidanceContribute to thematic reviews (e.g. retirement advice, DB transfers, vulnerable customers)What you'll needExperience in quality assurance or paraplanning within a financial advice firmStrong knowledge of FCA rules, Consumer Duty and vulnerable customer guidanceLevel 4 Diploma (DipPFS, DipFA or equivalent)
Georgia MasonGeorgia Mason
Bristol, South West, England
File Checker
File Checker - Business Quality A leading UK financial advice network is looking for a Business Quality Adviser to join its Supervision & Assurance team, reviewing advice files to make sure clients get good outcomes. What you'll doCarry out pre- and post-sale file reviews across Investments, Pensions, Mortgages and InsuranceAssess suitability, affordability, capacity for loss, risk profiling and disclosure against COBS, MCOB, ICOBS, PROD and Consumer DutyGive clear, constructive feedback to advisers and support them in raising standardsRun root cause analysis on failed or at-risk cases and help improve controls and guidanceContribute to thematic reviews (e.g. retirement advice, DB transfers, vulnerable customers)What you'll needExperience in quality assurance or paraplanning within a financial advice firmStrong knowledge of FCA rules, Consumer Duty and vulnerable customer guidanceLevel 4 Diploma (DipPFS, DipFA or equivalent)
Georgia MasonGeorgia Mason