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We are partnered with a professional services company seeking an experienced Governance Services Manager to support the day-to-day running of the office, oversee the take-on and administration of corporate entities, and lead a high-performing Client Services Administrator team. Responsibilities include:Contribute to the ongoing development of the UK Governance Services office, including operational procedures and daily management.Manage the onboarding and administration of new business in line with internal policies, ensuring clients receive efficient, professional service.Oversee a diverse portfolio of corporate clients, maintaining strong relationships and high-quality service delivery.Act as a director for client entities and serve as an authorised signatory on client bank accounts.Lead, support, and mentor team members to ensure high performance, strong technical capability, and alignment with organisational values.Provide technical guidance, training, and oversight to ensure consistent understanding of transactions across the team.Manage client expectations, nurture relationships, and help grow repeat business and referrals.Oversee day-to-day workflow for direct reports, ensuring timely processing of work, transaction deadlines, accurate time recording, WIP management, and debt control.Maintain consistency of service standards across the team and proactively resolve any issues.Ensure full adherence to internal policies, procedures, and governance standards.Support collaboration between the UK office and other jurisdictions to deliver coordinated, seamless corporate governance and legal services.Work closely with Risk & Compliance, staying informed on regulatory changes and industry developments.Ensure your team follows established risk frameworks, identifying process gaps and recommending enhancements to mitigate regulatory, operational, and reputational risk. Requirements:CGI UK Graduate, Affiliated, or Fellow Member.Demonstrable experience as a Company Secretary, with strong exposure to UK corporate structures.Proven experience in a law firm’s company secretarial team or a corporate services provider.Strong knowledge of the UK Companies Act and core company secretarial requirements.Previous people management experience.Proficient in Microsoft Office and SharePoint.Excellent record-keeping, documentation, organisation, and attention to detail.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team. Apply with us today!

Compliance Monitoring Officer Overview  As a Compliance Monitoring Officer, you will be responsible for conducting second-line file reviews and thematic assessments of investment management activities. Key Responsibilities: Producing high-quality monitoring reports summarising findings, trends, and recommendations for remedial actionCollaborating with the Training & Competence (T&C) team to support training and awareness initiatives on suitability and regulatory expectations.Conducting detailed reviews of client files to assess the suitability and appropriateness of investment advice and portfolio recommendationsExperience & Qualifications:At least 3 years’ experience in compliance monitoring, audit, or quality assurance within investment management or wealth management.Level 4 Investment Advice Diploma (IAD) or equivalent (e.g., CISI, CII).Strong working knowledge of FCA rules, particularly around suitability

Compliance Advisory Associate Overview   As the Compliance Advisory Associate, you will be working with the wider Risk & Compliance team to help the business meet the requirements of the FCA and other relevant regulators. Key Responsibilities:Provide advice, training, and guidance to the business on regulatory mattersWorking on regulatory horizon scanning and anticipating upcoming regulatory changes.Support the review of Financial PromotionsAssist in determining the relevance and impact of regulatory change and provide practical support on the implementation of any necessary changes.Manage ad hoc regulatory queries from the business Experience & Qualifications:Previous experience in a similar Compliance role within Wealth & Investment Management.Detailed, and current, technical knowledge of the FCA Handbook (Consumer Duty, SYSC, COBS, SMCR)  and other relevant regimes.Strong attention to detail

Senior Finance Leader – Hospitality & Multi-Site Operations | ScotlandI’m supporting a growing organisation in the hospitality sector with the appointment of a senior finance leader who will oversee all accounting operations for a large, multi-site portfolio. This is a key role for someone with strong financial control experience who is ready to step up and take ownership of a complex, high-volume environment. It would particularly suit a Financial Controller looking for their next move into a broader leadership position.The RoleYou’ll be responsible for leading the full accounting function for a sizeable hospitality portfolio, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance and consistent delivery across multiple sites. This includes oversight of all core accounting areas such as AP, AR, income & banking, GL, fixed assets, treasury and monthly close.A big part of the role involves looking at how things are done today and identifying where processes can be improved, standardised or automated. You’ll help shape the long-term direction of the finance operations, working closely with senior leadership on planning, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesLead day-to-day finance operations across a large hotel and hospitality portfolioEnsure all accounting activity is delivered accurately and within agreed timelinesOversee month-end close, reporting and compliance with relevant accounting standardsBuild, lead and develop a high-performing finance teamIdentify and implement process improvements, automation and system enhancementsMaintain strong internal controls and ensure consistent ways of working across sitesAct as a key point of contact for external auditorsSupport the onboarding of new sites and clients where requiredBuild strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and operational teamsContribute to budgeting, forecasting and performance reviewsWho We’re Looking ForA finance leader with experience in hospitality, hotels, multi-franchise or multi-site operations (essential)Someone who has held a Financial Controller or senior finance operations roleExperience managing complex, high-volume accounting teamsStrong understanding of AP, AR, GL, fixed assets, and financial reportingComfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple moving partsExperience working within or alongside Shared Services is an advantageStrong systems experience – any exposure to large ERP platforms is welcomeA practical leader who enjoys improving processes and coaching teamsBased in Scotland or willing to relocateIdeal Background10 years in finance and accounting rolesExperience in hotel accounting or multi-site hospitality operationsTrack record of leading teams and improving finance processesFamiliarity with automation, RPA or finance transformation projects would be helpful

Senior Compliance Advisory Manager London (Hybrid) A leading UK wealth management firm is looking for a Senior Compliance Advisory Manager who will support and deputise the Head of Compliance Advisory in providing regulatory guidance across the business and delivering practical technical advice to first-line teams,. Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain compliance policies and deliver training.Manage incidents, root-cause analysis and control improvements.Oversee financial promotions and provide second-line approvals.Oversee compliance for appointed representatives.Support DSAR processes and FCA reporting requirements.Deputise for the Head of Compliance Advisory on projects and governance matters.What We’re Looking For5 years’ compliance advisory experience in financial services or wealth management.Strong knowledge of the FCA Handbook (COBS, SYSC, DISP).

Business Resilience Manager - £60,000We are seeking an experienced Business Resilience Manager to take ownership of our operational resilience agenda and help shape the future of resilience across the organisation. This role sits within a growing Risk function and offers the opportunity to make a visible firm-wide impact.Reporting into the Head of Risk, you will work closely with senior leaders—including Operations, IT, Regulation, and third-party partners—to embed a strong, forward-looking resilience culture and ensure the organisation meets evolving regulatory expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development, enhancement, and embedding of the organisation’s business resilience framework.Identify, assess, and mitigate resilience-related risks across the business.Influence and support first-line teams in strengthening operational resilience practices.Maintain and evolve business continuity and third-party resilience processes.Plan, manage, and report on annual and ad-hoc scenario testing.Conduct root-cause analysis for resilience incidents, breaches, and control failures.Produce key deliverables including the annual Operational Resilience Report.Engage confidently with senior stakeholders and contribute to governance forums.Experience & KnowledgeSignificant experience in a resilience, operational resilience, or risk oversight role, preferably within financial services.Strong understanding of FCA Operational Resilience requirements and how resilience integrates into wider risk frameworks.Experience working with senior stakeholders and attending governance or risk committees.Background in wealth/investment management is advantageous but not essential; legal, insurance, or wider finance sector experience also considered.Skills & BehavioursStrong drive, ownership, and the ability to influence at senior levels.Strategic, analytical, and solutions-focused mindset.Excellent communication and stakeholder-engagement skills.Calm, pragmatic, and effective under pressure with high emotional intelligence.Collaborative working style and a commitment to continuous improvement.Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-moving environment

We are working with a leading insurance company looking for a Direct Tax Accountant to join their growing team in London. Responsibilities include Prepare direct tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and supporting analysis for statutory and group reportingManage corporate tax computations (OneSource Corporate Tax / Alphatax) and handle HMRC correspondence and electionsPost monthly tax charges, maintain balance sheet reconciliations, and oversee consolidated tax reporting and proofs of taxPartner with onshore and offshore finance teams to analyse Oracle GL data, identify automation opportunities, and drive efficiencySupport tax forecasting, including effective tax rate projections and Payments on AccountMonitor tax processes, risks, and controls, escalating issues when requiredProvide technical tax input to finance and business projects, ensuring systems are fit for purpose Requirements Qualified tax professional (CTA, ACA, or equivalent)At least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in a UK in-house tax roleSolid technical knowledge of UK corporation tax and tax accountingPrevious Big 4 experience preferredConfident engaging with tax authorities and external advisorsStrong analytical and Excel skills; Oracle experience an advantageSelf-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative Apply with us today!

Senior Compliance Manager (6-month FTC)Location: London or ReadingThe leading UK wealth management firm providing client-focused financial advice, is seeking a Senior Compliance Manager to deliver day-to-day regulatory support and help maintain a strong compliance culture.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver day-to-day compliance advice to business teams.Maintain policies, training and regulatory documentation.Support acquisition projects and change initiatives.Manage incidents, breaches and related analysis.Review and approve financial promotions.Monitor conflicts of interest and maintain records.Support DSAR processes and complaint investigations.Prepare and submit FCA reports and applications.Produce compliance MI and support/deputise for the Head of Compliance.Manage SMCR/FCA Directory updates and assist with PII renewals.Experience & Skills10+ years’ compliance experience, ideally in wealth management and compliance advisory roles.Strong knowledge of the FCA Handbook (COBS, SYSC, DISP).Ability to interpret regulation, challenge constructively and provide practical solutions.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels.