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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We are fully licensed across the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Germany and the USA, enabling us to support customers with compliant cross-border talent acquisition.
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

Associate 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

Melanie Smit

Senior Search Consultant

Riyaadh George

Recruitment Search Consultant

Aaron Gonsalves

Head of Talent

Market Guide

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LIVE JOBS

Bolton, Greater Manchester, North West, England
Audit Advisor
Audit Advisor – Bolton (Hybrid) | 40,000 – £50,000 benefits Are you an ambitious accountant looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a growing and dynamic professional services firm in Bolton, is seeking a forward-thinking Audit Advisor to join their busy audit team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse range of clients, gain exposure to complex audits, and contribute to the development of a supportive and forward-looking team. What you’ll do:Support the senior management team in delivering high-quality audit and accounting services.Plan, execute, and complete audits across a range of clients, including overseeing complex file areas and guiding junior team members.Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues, including visiting client sites as needed.Prepare statutory financial statements and ensure all audit documentation is thorough and accurate.Help develop junior team members and contribute to effective workload distribution.Manage administrative tasks, including timesheets and fees, with accuracy and timeliness.Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulatory requirements.What we’re looking for:Professionally qualified (ACCA, ACA, ICAS, or equivalent), or part-qualified candidates considered.Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build lasting relationships.Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); knowledge of Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or CCH is a plus.Not-for-profit experience is desirable but not essential.UK citizens only – no visa sponsorship is available.Why you’ll love this role:Hybrid working for a great work-life balance.Exposure to a varied client base and challenging audits.Opportunity to develop professionally in a supportive and ambitious environment.If you’re ready to take the next step in your audit career and join a team where your contributions really matter, 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
London, Greater London, South East, England
Head of Compliance - SMF16
Head of Compliance -SMF16 As The Head of Compliance you will lead the compliance function, shape the compliance strategy, maintain strong oversight frameworks, support senior leaders with regulatory guidance.  Some of the responsibilities  Provide insight on regulatory risks, emerging trends, and compliance issuesLead horizon‑scanning to identify and assess the impact of new and upcoming regulationsDesign and maintain the Compliance FrameworkOversee the annual Compliance Monitoring PlanAct as the primary point of contact for regulatorsManage regulatory interactions, such as inspections, thematic reviews, and supervisory queries.Act as a trusted advisor to the Board and Executive Committees on compliance and regulatory riskLead the Compliance team to maintain a highly skilled, high‑performing function. Skills and Experience Experienced compliance leader within Wealth & Investment Management, or Private BankingProven experience of holding the SMF16Strong knowledge of UK/EU regulatory frameworks (FCA Handbook, SYSC, COBS, MiFID II, SMCR)Proven experience engaging with regulatorsStrong stakeholder management skillsCollaborative approach that supports business growth while ensuring strong compliance standards.
Matt CarterMatt Carter
Southampton, South East, England
Regulatory Reporting Administrator
Looking to build on your experience in financial services while gaining exposure to regulatory reporting and client-facing work? This opportunity offers a great balance of technical responsibility, collaboration, and career development within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You’ll play a key role in supporting regulatory operations, working closely with internal teams and clients to ensure financial data is accurate, compliant, and delivered on time. Responsibilities include:Supporting the preparation and review of client financial records for regulatory and statutory reportingAssisting with the completion and submission of Economic Substance filings and related returnsEnsuring all regulatory notifications and records are maintained accurately and kept up to dateManaging and updating key data across internal systems and platformsWorking closely with colleagues to meet client expectations and reporting deadlinesHandling client queries relating to financial and regulatory reportingPerforming data checks and reviews to ensure accuracy and completenessKeeping up to date with regulatory changes and applying these in practiceContributing ideas to improve processes, efficiency, and overall quality of reporting Requirements:Around 3–6 years’ experience within financial services, accounting, or regulatory reportingA degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or LawA professional qualification (or working towards one) such as ACCA, CPA, CA or similar is highly advantageousStrong attention to detail with a proactive and organised approachConfident communicator with the ability to work collaborativelyComfortable working in a fast-paced environment with deadlines If you’re looking for a role where you can truly develop your expertise while adding real value, we’d love to hear from you.Apply with us today and take the next step in your career.
Elliott SnowballElliott Snowball
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Senior Risk & Compliance Advisory Manager
Senior Risk and Compliance Advisory Manager – Wealth & Investment ManagementJoin a growing Risk & Compliance Advisory consultancy function. You'll work at the forefront of the Investment Management & Wealth sector, supporting major clients as they navigate regulatory change, operational risk, and compliance challenges. This is a unique opportunity to help shape industry-leading solutions while developing your own career in a flexible, collaborative environment.Key Responsibilities:Advise clients on risk and regulatory matters across the sector.Analyse upcoming regulatory developments and assess impact on clients.Design and implement effective risk and control frameworks.Contribute to thought leadership, market propositions, and industry forums.Support business development and help grow the practice.Requirements:Proven experience in risk, compliance, or regulatory advisory within Investment Management or Wealth/ Platform (consulting, in-house, or regulatory).Strong understanding of UK and/or EU financial regulations relevant to investment firms, fund managers, or wealth managers.Practical experience designing and implementing risk frameworks.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on delivering quality and creating value.
Matt CarterMatt Carter
Bath Avon, South West, England
Head of CASS
Head of CASS As Head of CASS, you’ll have end-to-end responsibility of the CASS framework, providing leadership & oversight. Some responsibilities Designing and operating an effective CASS governance framework, including chairing CASS Committee.Acting as the senior point of contact for regulators, auditors and key external stakeholders on all CASS matters.Advising senior leadership and the Board on CASS risk, regulatory change and strategic implicationsOwning and CASS function, ensuring strong governance, oversight and regulatory complianceAs the Head of CASS, you will hold the CASS operational oversight certification function. Experience You have significant experience leading CASS within an FCA-regulated environmentExperience operating at a senior level, engaging confidently with senior stakeholders and regulatorsIn-depth technical expertise in CASSStrong interpersonal and communication skills
Matt CarterMatt Carter
London, Greater London, South East, England
Head of CASS
Head of CASS As Head of CASS, you’ll have end-to-end responsibility of the CASS framework, providing leadership & oversight. Some responsibilities Designing and operating an effective CASS governance framework, including chairing CASS Committee.Acting as the senior point of contact for regulators, auditors and key external stakeholders on all CASS matters.Advising senior leadership and the Board on CASS risk, regulatory change and strategic implicationsOwning and CASS function, ensuring strong governance, oversight and regulatory complianceAs the Head of CASS, you will hold the CASS operational oversight certification function. Experience You have significant experience leading CASS within an FCA-regulated environmentExperience operating at a senior level, engaging confidently with senior stakeholders and regulatorsIn-depth technical expertise in CASSStrong interpersonal and communication skills
Matt CarterMatt Carter
United Kingdom
Paraplanner
Paraplanner Location: UK (Remote Working) Salary: Negotiable Start Date: Immediate Our client is a leading, Private Equity backed professional services firm with a strong presence across the UK and Ireland. They are looking to hire a Paraplanner due to growth in the team and this is not a traditional paraplanning role sitting in the background. You will join a highly regarded Financial Planning team where collaboration, technical excellence and client outcomes are genuinely prioritised. You will gain exposure to complex client cases, strategic financial planning, and work closely with experienced Financial Planners who value partnership and input. The firm offers a modern, supportive working culture with remote flexibility, strong professional development pathways and the opportunity to be part of a business that is evolving, growing and investing in its people. If you are looking for a role where you can deepen your technical expertise, contribute meaningfully to client strategy and build a long-term career within a progressive organisation, this could be an excellent next step. Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesSupport the Financial Planners, applying your technical knowledge to provide client solutionsApply a collaborative approach to achieve the best client outcomes, delivering excellent levels of client serviceBuild client relationships, establishing a key point of contact role for clientsCarry out research, analysis and due diligence of client holdingsPrepare technical calculationsIdentify information required to compile a financial planPrepare client cash flow reports, using our cash flow modelling softwarePrepare suitability reports to a high standard, in line with our recommendationsAttend client meetings where appropriateEnsure the planners, and clients, are updated regularly and in a timely manner throughout the client journeyWork to target Key Performance Indicators / Service Level AgreementsWork collaboratively with the client services support team, to ensure recommendations are correctly implementedReview client files upon completion of businessActively promote ideas and suggestions and participate in all business improvements as part of the firm’s commitment to continuous improvementAdhere to regulatory conduct rules and understand professional ethics and the firm’s methods and standards of workingKeep up to date with legislative changes and always adhere to compliance requirementsSkills & QualitiesExcellent organisational skillsStrong communication skills – both written and oralExcellent attention to detailLogical thinking and problem-solving skillsAbility to have the client at the heart of what the teams doGood team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levelsAbility to work on own initiative and to tight deadlinesSelf-motivated, and able to develop ideas into practiceDedication to continuing professional development (CPD)KnowledgeSound knowledge of financial products and plans and technical calculationsGood working knowledge of relevant legislation and industry best practiceKnowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and relevant software packagesExperience3–4 years’ relevant work experiencePrevious experience of working in a similar roleWorking to tight deadlinesAnalysing client portfoliosTechnical compliance and advisory workQualificationsCII Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS) (desirable)CII Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning (working towards preferred)
Riyaadh George Riyaadh George