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

Market Guide

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Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West, England
Senior Financial Planner
Senior Financial Planner | UK-Wide | Hybrid | Permanent | Competitive Salary Bonus The FirmWe’re supporting a leading UK professional services and wealth management firm seeking an experienced Senior Financial Planner to join its growing Wealth team. Known for its collaborative culture and client-first approach, the firm combines professional excellence with a modern, flexible working environment. This is a chance to contribute your expertise while being supported in a culture that values your ideas, development, and ambition. Why this role is excitingTake ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, including private individuals, business owners, and high-net-worth clients.Deliver holistic, strategic financial planning advice across investments, pensions, protection, and estate planning.Collaborate with a supportive in-house team of specialists and paraplanners to provide seamless client solutions.Work in a flexible, hybrid model, balancing remote and in-office working across UK locations.Grow your career in a forward-thinking firm investing heavily in its Wealth division. Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver tailored, comprehensive financial planning advice to help clients achieve their goals.Build, manage, and nurture long-term client relationships based on trust and exceptional service.Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities and provide integrated solutions.Keep up to date with market developments, legislation, and regulatory changes to ensure best practice.Support business growth through proactive networking, referrals, and client relationship development.About YouQualified to Level 6 Diploma or Chartered Financial Planner status (or working towards this).Proven experience delivering holistic financial advice in a professional environment.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a genuine client-focused mindset.Commercially aware and able to identify opportunities for clients and the business.Collaborative, proactive, and growth-oriented, with the ability to work independently.What’s on OfferCompetitive salary with performance-based bonus and benefits.Hybrid working across UK locations for flexibility and work–life balance.Supportive, collaborative culture focused on professional development.Opportunity to manage a diverse, high-value client base and shape your career.Clear progression path in a growing, forward-thinking Wealth team.WHY TOP TALENT CHOOSES THIS FIRM This is more than a professional services firm. It is a place where ambitious professionals build careers with momentum, purpose, and longevity. If you want to do work that genuinely matters, be trusted with responsibility early, and grow alongside people who are both highly capable and genuinely approachable, this firm stands out. → Accelerated careers without corporate drag Progression is based on impact, not tenure. Individuals are trusted to lead, influence client outcomes, and shape strategy far earlier than in traditional firms. There is real autonomy here, supported by senior leaders who actively invest in development and long-term success. → Work that stretches you – with clients who value expertise You’ll work with ambitious, growth-focused clients who see the firm as a strategic partner, not a commodity. This means exposure to complex challenges, senior-level engagement, and opportunities to develop strong commercial judgment alongside technical capability. → A culture built on trust, not hierarchy High standards sit alongside a refreshingly down-to-earth culture. People collaborate, share knowledge openly, and support one another. Leadership is visible, accessible, and genuinely invested. Individuals are recognised, listened to, and valued. → A modern, future-focused firm From flexible working and technology investment to launching new service lines and supporting innovation, this firm is growing with purpose. People are encouraged to contribute ideas and help shape the business’s future. → Values you can feel every day The firm’s values are evident in how people treat one another, how success is celebrated, and how wellbeing, inclusion, and performance are balanced in practice. In short, if you are looking for: • Faster progression with meaningful responsibility • Smart, supportive colleagues who care about quality and outcomes • Challenging, impactful work with clients who value your expertise • A workplace where your voice truly matters  …this is a place to build a career you can be proud of – professionally and personally.
Riyaadh George Riyaadh George
Greater London, South East, England
Financial Risk Manager - Insurance
Financial Risk Manager - InsuranceBasingstoke | London Hybrid (3 days per week) | PermanentReady to step into a future Head of Financial Risk role?A major UK household-name general insurer is undergoing an exciting transformation — modernising its products, strengthening its capabilities and building a more forward-looking risk function. As part of this journey, we’re looking for an experienced Financial Risk Manager to join the Group Risk team with clear succession potential to Head of Financial Risk.Working directly with the Head of Financial Risk, this role sits at the centre of the organisation and offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders across actuarial, underwriting, pricing and finance. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the business understands and manages its financial risks effectively while supporting smarter commercial decision-making.This is an ideal opportunity for someone from a strong General Insurance background who wants to move beyond technical delivery and take on a role with strategic influence and long-term leadership potential.What you’ll be doingProvide independent review and challenge of pricing and underwriting models and strategiesPartner with actuarial, underwriting and finance teams to ensure robust methodologies and assumptionsMonitor pricing and underwriting controls against risk appetiteAssess pricing adequacy, risk selection and claims practicesIdentify emerging financial risks and recommend mitigation strategiesSupport oversight of reserving processes and reserve adequacyEnhance financial risk frameworks, policies and governanceDevelop KRIs, dashboards and reporting for senior management and Board committeesProvide risk input to new products, pricing initiatives and strategic decisionsWhat we’re looking forStrong experience in financial risk, actuarial, pricing or modelling within General InsuranceDeep understanding of pricing, underwriting, reserving and capital managementExperience reviewing or developing risk models and methodologiesAbility to challenge constructively and influence senior stakeholdersSomeone motivated by the opportunity to grow into a senior risk leadership roleWhy Join?Join a well-known UK insurer undergoing significant transformationHigh visibility with senior leadershipOpportunity to shape the future of financial risk oversightHybrid working and strong career development supportHigh visibility and exposure to strategic & impactful decison making. If you're a GI risk, actuarial or pricing professional looking for the next step into a role with genuine leadership trajectory, we’d love to hear from you.
Declan StarkDeclan Stark
London, Greater London, South East, England
Managing Director - Business Development
We are looking for an experienced commercial leader to take ownership of growth strategy within a global investment services platform. In this role, you will help shape commercial direction, strengthen client relationships, and drive revenue growth across a broad client base. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across product, operations and technology, ensuring commercial strategy remains aligned with client needs and evolving market opportunities. In this role, you will:Lead the commercial growth strategy, expanding revenue across both new and existing client relationships.Identify and develop new market opportunities, including client segments, service offerings and geographic expansion.Build and maintain a pipeline of strategic client opportunities and partnerships.Lead and develop a high-performing commercial team, setting clear objectives and driving performance.Oversee the development of tailored proposals and commercial solutions for complex client mandates.Strengthen relationships with existing clients, identifying opportunities to expand services and increase wallet share.Work closely with product, operations and technology teams to ensure services remain aligned with client needs.Contribute to product development priorities and go-to-market strategy.Stay close to industry trends, competitor activity and regulatory developments to inform strategic decisions.Report on commercial performance, including revenue growth, client acquisition and retention. Required for this role:20 years’ experience within alternatives, investment services or a related financial services environment.A strong track record of driving business development and commercial growth.Experience leading commercial or sales teams within complex financial services organisations.The ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders, clients and partners.A strategic mindset combined with a practical approach to delivering results.  If you’d be open to a confidential conversation, apply directly today.
Elliott SnowballElliott Snowball
London, Greater London, South East, England
Commercial Innovation Lead
We are looking for an experienced commercial strategist to lead innovation and new service development within a global investment services platform. In this role, you will focus on identifying market opportunities, shaping new offerings, and supporting the launch of services that support long-term business growth within the private markets and fund administration space. Working closely with senior leaders across commercial, operations, technology and compliance, you will take ideas from concept through to launch and play a key role in shaping future product strategy. In this role, you will:Identify new market opportunities by analysing industry trends, client demand and competitor activity.Develop business cases and commercial models for new products, services and market expansion.Design and structure new service offerings aligned with client needs.Collaborate with operations, technology, legal and compliance teams to bring new solutions to market.Lead the launch and go-to-market strategy for new products and services.Support the commercial team with client engagement and sales enablement.Monitor performance and client feedback to refine and evolve new offerings.Act as a subject matter expert on innovation, contributing to the organisation’s broader growth strategy. Requirement for the role:15–20 years’ experience within private markets, fund administration, or a related financial services environment.Exposure to product development, commercial strategy or market expansion initiatives.Strong strategic and analytical thinking, with the ability to translate ideas into practical commercial solutions.The ability to influence senior stakeholders and work across multiple teams.Strong communication and relationship-building skills. If you’d be open to a confidential conversation, apply directly today.
Elliott SnowballElliott Snowball
Somerset, South West, England
Compliance Specialist
Conduct & Prudential Compliance SpecialistSomersetA well-established insurance organisation is seeking a Compliance Specialist to join its growing compliance team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a highly regulated environment supporting the business in navigating FCA and PRA regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in monitoring regulatory developments, advising the business on compliance matters, and supporting the implementation of regulatory change. The position offers exposure to senior stakeholders and a broad range of regulatory topics in a fast-moving environment. Key ResponsibilitiesHorizon scanning for regulatory developmentsAdvising stakeholders on regulatory changes and business impactProviding ad-hoc compliance guidance across the organisationProducing compliance updates and regulatory communicationsSupporting the compliance monitoring programmeAssisting with financial crime checksOrganising compliance meetings and documenting outcomesRequirements2–5 years’ experience in a compliance role within a regulated financial services environmentStrong knowledge of FCA regulations (PRA knowledge beneficial)Understanding of Consumer Duty, IDD and the FCA HandbookAbility to interpret and communicate complex regulation to stakeholders
Georgia MasonGeorgia Mason
City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Forensic Accountant Assistant Manager / Manager
Forensic Accountant  Are you an experienced Forensic Accountant looking for your next challenge? We’re looking for an Assistant Manager/Manager to join a dynamic team, working closely with Partners and the Senior Forensics Manager on a variety of high-profile cases. In this role, you’ll manage a diverse caseload, from contractual and shareholder disputes to business interruption and fraud investigations. You’ll prepare forensic reports, support business valuations and damage assessments, and contribute to complex assignments while collaborating directly with clients, solicitors, and senior colleagues. This is an opportunity to take ownership of cases, strengthen your technical expertise, and build strong client relationships. You’ll also play a part in growing the practice by spotting and pursuing new business opportunities. Why this role is worth your while:Work on challenging, high-profile forensic cases across multiple sectors.Develop your skills in dispute resolution, business valuations, and damage assessment.Collaborate with experienced Partners and a supportive Senior Manager in a team that values learning and development.Opportunity to influence client outcomes while building your own professional profile.We’re looking for someone who:Is ACA, ACCA, or CA qualified with forensic accounting experience.Has demonstrable expertise in forensic investigations and dispute work.Is confident communicating with clients and stakeholders, both internally and externally.Enjoys mentoring colleagues and helping develop a strong, high-performing team.If you’re ready to take your forensic accounting career to the next level and make a tangible impact on high-stakes cases, we’d love to hear from you.
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan
Kent, South East, England
Business Card and Fraud Specialist
This is a great opportunity to support and enhance a business card programme while helping strengthen fraud prevention and customer protection within a purpose-driven banking environment. Working closely with the Cards Product Owner and the wider card team, you’ll become a go-to expert for card operations and fraud, helping ensure card services run smoothly, securely and efficiently. You’ll collaborate with teams across the organisation — including fraud specialists, IT, customer service and external partners — to resolve issues, improve processes and support future product enhancements. What you’ll be doingSupporting the day-to-day operation and improvement of the Business Card productActing as a subject matter expert on cards and fraud, helping resolve operational issuesWorking with internal teams and partners to identify and resolve card or service issuesSupporting fraud prevention initiatives and monitoring fraud detection toolsContributing to product improvements, system changes and operational projectsWorking closely with customer service teams to help ensure positive customer outcomes Why this role is interestingExposure to card product development and payments operationsHands-on involvement in fraud prevention and financial crime mitigationOpportunity to work across teams and drive improvements to services and processesA role where your work directly helps protect customers and strengthen payment services This role would suit someone with experience in cards, payments, banking operations or fraud, who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration and improving how services are delivered.
Elliott SnowballElliott Snowball
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, Scotland
Paraplanner
Paraplanner Location: Aberdeen, Hybrid WorkingSalary: NegotiableStart 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 hybrid 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 solutions.Apply a collaborative approach to achieve the best client outcomes, delivering excellent levels of client service.Build client relationships, establishing a key point of contact role for clients.Carry out research, analysis and due diligence of client holdings.Prepare technical calculations.Identify information required to compile a financial plan.Prepare client cash flow reports, using our cash flow modelling software.Prepare suitability reports to a high standard, in line with our recommendations.Attend client meetings where appropriate.Ensure the planners, and clients, are updated regularly and in a timely manner throughout the client journey.Work to target Key Performance Indicators / Service Level Agreements.Work collaboratively with the client services support team, to ensure recommendations are correctly implemented.Review client files upon completion of business.Actively promote ideas and suggestions and participate in all business improvements as part of the firm’s commitment to continuous improvement.Adhere to regulatory conduct rules and understand professional ethics and the firm’s methods and standards of working.Keep up to date with legislative changes and always adhere to compliance requirements.  Skills & 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 packages Experience3-4 years’ relevant work experiencePrevious experience of working in a similar roleWorking to tight deadlinesAnalysing client portfoliosTechnical compliance and advisory work  QualificationsCII Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS) (desirable)CII Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning (working towards preferred)
Amanda DolanAmanda Dolan