Legal, Compliance & Financial Crime Recruitment

Legal, Compliance & Financial Crime Recruitment: Connecting Top Talent in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Germany, Luxembourg, and the US

Broadgate supports organisations where legal, compliance, and financial crime capability is central to regulatory confidence, business protection, and long-term performance.

Embedded in key regulated markets across the UK, Ireland, DACH, and the US, our consultants understand the hiring pressure created by regulatory change, financial crime exposure, sanctions complexity, and increasing personal accountability.

Whether you’re building a compliance function, appointing an MLRO, strengthening financial crime controls, or exploring your next move, Broadgate provides specialist guidance across the full Legal, Compliance and Financial Crime lifecycle.

Looking for top talent? Talk us through your hiring plans, and we'll connect you with the specialist who can support you:

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Why Choose Broadgate for Legal, Compliance and Financial Crime Recruitment?

A Specialist Partner for Business Protection

Legal, Compliance, and Financial Crime sit at the centre of Business Protection, the functions that protect organisations against regulatory, financial, legal, and reputational risk.

Broadgate supports hires where governance standards, regulatory accountability, and board confidence matter.

We deliver permanent, interim, contract, embedded, and executive search mandates, with a focus on specialist, senior, and regulator-exposed appointments.

Regulator-Ready Hiring for High-Accountability Roles

Hiring into Legal, Compliance and Financial Crime functions requires more than technical capability.

The right candidates need judgement, credibility, and the ability to operate under scrutiny.

We support organisations hiring for:

MLRO and Deputy MLRO appointments
Head of Compliance and SMF16 roles
Financial Crime leadership
Sanctions, AML, KYC, and transaction monitoring
Regulatory legal and compliance advisory
Compliance monitoring, assurance, and testing
General Counsel and senior in-house legal roles

Our approach is built for roles where hiring decisions can affect regulatory approval, enforcement exposure, and business continuity.

Market Intelligence Across Regulated Sectors

Legal, Compliance and Financial Crime hiring changes quickly in response to regulation, enforcement activity, market entry, and remediation.

Broadgate works with firms navigating:

FCA, PRA, SMCR, DORA, MiCA, and cross-border regulatory requirements
Financial crime remediation and control enhancement
First-time compliance and MLRO appointments
Second line and third line function builds
Multi-jurisdiction legal and compliance hiring
Fintech, banking, asset management, insurance, and payments growth

This gives us a clear view of candidate availability, compensation trends, and hiring expectations across regulated markets.

Access to Off-Market and Diverse Talent

The strongest Legal, Compliance and Financial Crime professionals are often not active in the market.

Broadgate engages talent through long-term relationships, specialist networks, and community-led sourcing. This supports access to off-market candidates and more representative shortlists across governance and control functions.

For clients, this means stronger candidate quality, better retention potential, and reduced hiring risk.

A Long-Term Partner for Legal, Compliance and Financial Crime Hiring

Legal, Compliance and Financial Crime hiring is often linked to regulation, transformation, remediation, and leadership change.

We support this through flexible delivery models:

Executive search for General Counsel, MLRO, Head of Compliance, and Financial Crime leadership
Retained search for specialist senior appointments
Interim and contract hiring for urgent regulatory needs
Embedded solutions for function buildouts
Advisory support for role design, benchmarking, and assessment

This gives organisations continuity across hiring cycles, rather than one-off recruitment support.

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MEET THE TEAM

Meet Ben

Ben Adams

Co-Founder and Managing Director

Meet Matt

Matt Carter

Associate Director: Risk, Compliance, Financial Crime

Meet Connor

Connor Nurse

Head of US

Meet Declan

Declan Stark

Principal Consultant - Risk

LATEST JOBS

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Senior GRC Consultant

Permanent€40000 - €45000 per annum

Senior GRC Consultant Consultancy Dublin - Hybrid - 2 days in the office 45k Great opportunity for someone who is looking to take the next step in their career and continue their personal and professional development. In this role you will have great opportunities to learn from senior leaders and get to work on a variety of projects across a large range of financial services clients allowing you to build broad skills and experience. Your Role: Provide risk and compliance support to clients across financial services Support clients in areas such as; Regulatory submissions and investigations, corporate governance, compliance and risk management, internal control frameworks Keep up to date with any regulatory changes and provide advice to clients Support senior leaders to ensure projects are delivered on timeAbout You: Experience in a governance, risk, compliance, or internal audit role Experience working in Consulting and/or financial services Ideally hold a relevant professional qualification - ACCA/ACA, LCI etc Good regulatory knowledge - CPC, Fitness and Probity, PSD etc Proactive and eager to learn Comfortable working to your own initiative and within a team environment If you would be interested in hearing more about this role you can apply here or message me directly!

Darren Hogan

Posted about 4 hours ago

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

AML Manager

Permanent€65000 - €70000 per annum

AML Manager Consultancy Dublin - Hybrid - 2 days in the office 65-70k This role gives you the opportunity to join an exciting and growing consultancy firm based in Dublin City Centre. In this role you will provide support to their clients across financial services including FinTech, Investments, Insurance and others. You'll play a key role in managing project delivery and supporting junior team members. Your Role: Provide 2nd line advisory support to clients regarding their AML/Financial Crime requirements Conduct AML risk assessments and control reviews Evaluate policies, procedures, and transaction monitoring frameworks Support clients with remediations Remain up to date and support clients with any financial crime related regulatory changes, notably advising on any developments from AMLA Provide coaching to junior team members About You: 5 years experience in a 2nd line AML Compliance role Experience working in Consulting and/or financial services Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Comfortable presenting reports and project updates to clients If you would be interested in hearing more about this role you can apply here or message me directly!

Darren Hogan

Posted about 5 hours ago

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London, Greater London, South East, England

Senior Compliance Advisory Manager

Permanent£70000 - £80000 per annum

Regulatory Compliance Advisory ManagerLondonWe are partnering with a high-growth consultancy expanding its Regulatory Compliance Advisory practice and seeking an experienced Regulatory Compliance Advisory Manager (Banking) to join its London team.This is a senior, client-facing opportunity for an established compliance professional looking to move into a dynamic advisory environment. You will provide subject matter expertise to clients, lead complex engagements, and support firms in navigating evolving UK regulatory expectations.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide expert regulatory compliance advice to clients across retail banking and consumer credit sectorsInterpret and apply UK regulatory requirements including FCA Handbook, Consumer Duty, CONC, SYSC, and wider conduct standardsLead the design, review, and enhancement of compliance frameworks, policies, controls, and governance arrangementsSupport clients through remediation programmes, internal audit actions, and regulatory reviewsBuild strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor across multiple engagementsSupport business development activity, proposals, and the continued growth of the advisory practiceMentor junior team members where appropriate and contribute to internal capability buildingKey Skills & ExperienceProven experience in a senior compliance, or regulatory advisory role within:Retail Banking, and/orConsumer Credit / LendingStrong understanding of UK regulatory frameworks, particularly FCA requirementsGood knowledge of key topics including Consumer Duty, SMCR, conduct risk, governance, and customer outcomesExperience delivering regulatory projects, advisory reviews, or framework enhancements

Georgia Mason

Posted 1 day ago

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Senior Administrator (4-Month FTC)

Contract£35000 - £43000 per annum

Senior Administrator | €35,000 - €43,000 | Fixed-Term Contract Are you an experienced administrator who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and loves being the person who keeps everything running smoothly?We're working with a well-established professional services firm that is looking for a Senior Administrator to play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy office. This is far more than a traditional administration position. You'll be involved in everything from office operations and team coordination through to compliance support, finance administration, and project work. No two days will be the same.What you'll be doing:• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office and administration function• Working closely with senior leadership on operational and administrative initiatives• Coordinating meeting rooms, office facilities, and visitor management• Acting as a key point of contact across the business• Providing high-level administrative support to various teams• Supporting AML and compliance processes (full training provided)• Assisting with bank payments and finance administration• Managing travel bookings, couriers, office supplies, and general office coordination• Getting involved in a variety of ad-hoc projects and business support activitiesWhat we're looking for:• Previous experience in a Senior Administrator or Office Management role• Strong organisational and multitasking skills• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities• Professional services experience would be highly advantageous• Strong Microsoft Office and systems skills• A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to get involved wherever needed• Someone who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and taking ownership of their workThis role would suit someone who enjoys being at the heart of a business, balancing front-of-house responsibilities with broader operational and administrative support.

Amanda Dolan

Posted 5 days ago

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Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, Scotland

Administrative Operations Senior Manager (6-month FTC)

PermanentCompetitive

Operations & Administration Manager - Edinburgh | Hybrid (6-Month FTC)An exciting opportunity has opened within a leading international professional services firm for an experienced Operations & Administration Manager to lead and transform a high-performing administrative support function across multiple teams. This is a senior leadership role suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced professional environments, enjoys driving operational excellence, and has a proven track record of leading managers and improving service delivery at scale.What you’ll be responsible for:• Leading multiple administrative and operational support teams• Driving service excellence across the business• Managing and developing Team Leads and senior administrators• Improving operational efficiency, processes, and resource planning• Partnering with senior stakeholders, including Directors and Partners• Embedding quality, governance, and performance standards• Leading recruitment, succession planning, and capability development• Acting as a trusted operational leader across the organisationWhat we’re looking for:• Significant senior-level administration or operations experience within professional services or a regulated environment• Strong people leadership experience managing managers/team leads• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills• Commercial awareness with a solutions-focused mindset• Proven ability to drive operational improvements and performance outcomes• Resilient, organised, and confident operating in a complex business environmentPlease note: This opportunity is only open to candidates who already have the right to work in the UK.If you’re an experienced operational leader ready to step into a visible and influential role, we’d love to hear from you.Apply now or message directly for a confidential conversation.

Amanda Dolan

Posted 6 days ago

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Senior Administrator (4-Month FTC)

Contract£40000 - £50000 per annum

Senior Administrator | 4-Month FTC | Dublin 2 - OnsiteI’m currently recruiting on behalf of a professional services client for an experienced and highly organised Senior Administrator to join their Dublin 2 office on a 4-month fixed-term contract through to the end of September, with an immediate start preferred. This is a fully office-based role offering a varied and fast-paced environment, ideal for someone who enjoys being the go-to person in the office and thrives in a broad administrative position.📍 Location: Dublin 2📅 Contract: 4-Month FTC (potential for longer-term opportunities)💰 Salary: €40,000 – €50,000 DOE🕒 Start Date: ASAPAbout the RoleThis is a key support role combining front-of-house responsibilities with wider operational, administrative, compliance, and finance support duties. You’ll play an important role in ensuring the office runs smoothly while delivering a professional experience to colleagues, clients, and visitors.Key responsibilities include:Managing reception and acting as the first point of contact for visitorsCoordinating meeting rooms and office facilitiesProviding high-level administrative support across teamsSupporting AML and compliance processes (training provided)Processing bank payments and assisting with finance administrationManaging couriers, taxis, travel bookings, and office suppliesMaintaining accurate records and documentationSupporting internal coordination and day-to-day office operationsAbout YouWe’re looking for a mature, proactive, and adaptable individual with strong organisational skills and a “get up and go” attitude.You will ideally have:Previous senior administration or office management experienceExperience within a professional services environmentExcellent attention to detail and communication skillsConfidence managing multiple prioritiesStrong Microsoft Office and systems skillsA hands-on, solutions-focused approachAML or finance administration exposure would be beneficial, but full training will be provided.This role would suit someone who enjoys variety in their day and is happy balancing front-of-house duties with broader administrative support responsibilities.Please note: We are looking for someone who can commit to the full contract duration.

Amanda Dolan

Posted 8 days ago

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Senior Administrator (4-Month FTC)

Contract£40000 - £50000 per annum

Amanda Dolan

Posted 11 days ago

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London, Greater London, South East, England

Compliance Testing Manager

Permanent£60000 - £70000 per annum

Compliance Testing ManagerLondonA growing international banking organisation is seeking an experienced Compliance Testing Manager to support the expansion of its London Compliance function. This is a new role offering the opportunity to help build and enhance the Compliance Testing framework while working closely with an established international team.Key ResponsibilitiesExecute compliance testing reviews across the businessAssess compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, and controlsIdentify control gaps and areas for improvementDevelop and maintain testing plans and methodologiesPrepare testing reports, findings, and remediation actionsEngage with senior stakeholders on testing outcomes and action plansSupport regulatory reporting and governance committee updatesHelp develop and strengthen the London Compliance Testing capabilityRequirements8 years’ experience within Compliance Testing, or Internal AuditStrong understanding of compliance testing frameworks and risk assessment methodologiesExperience writing test plans and detailed reportsAbility to manage complex testing reviews independentlyInstitutional or wholesale banking experienceKnowledge of FCA regulations essential; PRA knowledge beneficialCIA, CPA, ACA, or similar qualification preferred

Georgia Mason

Posted 12 days ago

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