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Head of Risk and Compliance Investment Management  Dublin - Hybrid Working 130-175k 18 Month Fixed Term Contract  An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Compliance and Risk leader to join a leading investment management business in Dublin. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to manage and oversee the Compliance and Risk framework while acting as a key advisor to the Board and Executive Management. Appointed as both PCF-12 and PCF-14 you will provide independent oversight and challenge across the organisation, ensuring regulatory compliance, robust risk management, and effective governance in line with Irish and European regulatory requirements. Your Role: Provide strategic, risk-based regulatory advice to senior leadership, supporting key business initiatives and product developments. Lead compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and horizon scanning, ensuring the business remains ahead of evolving regulatory requirements. Oversee enterprise risk management Act as the primary point of contact for the Central Bank of Ireland and other regulatory stakeholders. Provide independent challenge to the business on key regulatory and strategic matters  Prepare and present high-quality reporting to the Board, Executive Committees, and regulators. About You: Experience within a leadership role in compliance and/or risk.  Strong knowledge and experience working on fund regulations - UCITS, AIFMD, MiFID Experience dealing with key internal and external stakeholders - boards, committees, regulators etc Commercially minded with the ability to provide independent challenge while building strong stakeholder relationships.  Apply here or reach out to me directly at darren.hogan@broadgatesearch.com for a confidential conversation and for more information

Senior GRC AnalystLocation: GreeceWe are seeking a Senior GRC Analyst to join the Information Security team as an individual contributor. The successful candidate will manage security risk assessments of both third parties and internal technologies, and support the day-to-day operations of the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) function. The role also covers compliance activities related to technology assurance areas such as access management, vulnerability management, and configuration management, alongside governance activities including administrative management of risk and control registers, policies, and standards. The candidate will also support regional activities falling under the Regional CISO's remit.ResponsibilitiesExecute security risk assessments supporting the Risk Manager, including reporting, monitoring, and issue management, primarily but not limited to third parties and applications.Manage the quarterly/annual review of risk acceptances and exceptions.Create metrics and reporting for GRC initiatives.Support development of the governance framework, including annual reviews.Support security compliance activities such as assessments and audit support.Support monitoring and reporting for regional activities.Support key areas under CISO accountability, including data security and business continuity.Support management of the framework in those areas.Requirements1–4 years of experience in the Information Security field.Experience with GRC tools (e.g., AuditBoard, Archer, or similar) considered an asset.Knowledge of security concepts and methodologies such as risk assessments, risk & controls, policies & standards, enterprise security strategies, network, and cloud security.Knowledge of security frameworks such as CIS and NIST.

Senior Analyst, GRCLocation: GreeceWe are seeking an experienced Information Security and Compliance specialist to join the Information Security team. The successful candidate will assess information security risks in line with internal policy and external best practice, and support the security of information and IT assets by testing security systems and applying security standards, policies, and procedures. Working under the guidance of the global information security lead, the candidate will help implement cybersecurity technology and provide day-to-day business support. ResponsibilitiesAssess information security risks in line with internal policy and external best practice.Support the security of information and IT assets by testing security systems and applying security standards, policies, and procedures.Implement cybersecurity technology under the guidance of the global information security lead and provide day-to-day business support.Manage third-party providers, where relevant, to ensure internal and third-party adherence to standards.Deliver information security training to appropriate teams.RequirementsExperience and knowledge in information security, compliance, and risk management.Understanding of security solutions and their applicability to the organization.Experience with security strategies, awareness campaigns, policies/standards, and governance.Ability to communicate effectively with technical specialists, leaders, and peers.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Broadgate are excited to be partnering with a New York based Regional Bank who are looking for a Senior Credit leader.   Essential Duties & Responsibilities Credit Governance & Approvals:Serve as a voting member of the Greenlight Working Group, Credit Risk Committee, and Troubled Asset Working Group.Exercise final credit approval authority within delegated limits; approve or decline transactions (new, extensions, modifications) that fall outside standard underwriting parameters.Approve and challenge C&I risk rating migrations between pass and classified/criticized.Provide effective challenge on material credit risk decisions prior to committee presentations, including policy compliance, risk ratings, exposure limits, and identified weaknesses.Credit Framework & Policy Oversight:Review, approve, and monitor credit policy exceptions, including trend analysis and remediation.Partner with the Chief Credit Risk Officer (CCRO) and risk committees to establish portfolio and counterparty limits aligned with the Bank's risk appetite.Anticipate and assess regulatory developments, macroeconomic conditions, and industry trends to proactively adjust credit risk practices.Remediate credit risk MRAs and internal audit findings.Portfolio Monitoring & Analytics:Oversee C&I portfolio performance — compare actual versus expected performance and recommend policy, structural, or underwriting adjustments where misalignments arise.Identify individual, aggregate, and emerging risks, including early warning indicators across transactions, industries, and portfolios.Analyze external and macroeconomic risk drivers and forecast their impact on portfolio performance; recommend responsive changes to lending policies and loan administration.Identify distressed assets early and develop risk-mitigation strategies to minimize potential losses.Oversee credit risk associated with complex or non-traditional exposures, including counterparty and structured transactions.  Skills, Education & Experience Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree; MBA or advanced degree preferred.20+ years of progressive experience in financial services with deep expertise in credit risk management within a corporate and/or commercial lending environment,Significant leadership experience (typically 10–15+ years)Deep subject matter expertise in at least one complex or specialized credit area (e.g., Private Credit, Lender Finance, Private Equity, Subscription Finance, CLOs, or similar structured credit products).Expert-level understanding of commercial and corporate credit underwriting, risk rating frameworks, credit policy governance, and exception management.Advanced knowledge of credit risk measurement methodologies, including loss forecasting, counterparty credit risk assessment, stress testing, and portfolio analytics.Strong command of financial analysis, quantitative risk indicators, and the use of data to support credit decisions and risk-based recommendations.Advanced knowledge of applicable federal and state banking laws and regulations, and regulatory expectations governing credit risk management.

Interim Chief Compliance Officer (SMF16) | Wealth & Investment PlatformReporting to: Chief Risk Officer | Function: Risk & Compliance (Regional Senior Leadership Team)The roleWe're partnering with our client to appoint a Chief Compliance Officer (SMF16 – Compliance Oversight) for its UK entity. This is an FCA-approved Senior Manager Function with independent responsibility for the adequacy and effectiveness of the firm's compliance governance, systems and controls, reporting directly and without restriction to the UK Board and Board Risk & Compliance Committee.Sitting within the independent second line and reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, you'll be the firm's primary compliance contact with the FCA — leading supervisory engagement, embedding the global risk and compliance framework across the region, and ensuring the Board receives clear, candid insight into regulatory risk. You'll be involved in all material decisions affecting compliance risk, from new product and client transitions through to platform transformation, outsourcing and operational change.Key responsibilitiesOwn the design and effectiveness of the UK regulatory compliance framework, ensuring it meets FCA requirements and local regulatory expectations across the end-to-end delivery model.Provide independent reporting and escalation to the UK Board and Board Risk & Compliance Committee on all regulatory compliance risks, breaches and areas of concern, delivering high-quality MI within a "no surprises" culture.Act as the firm's primary point of contact with the FCA, leading transparent, proactive supervisory engagement and overseeing all regulatory responses and communications.Ensure compliance with core regulatory obligations including SYSC, COCON, SM&CR, Operational Resilience, Consumer Duty, CASS (where applicable) and relevant prudential requirements.Oversee the compliance monitoring programme, the regional risk and control framework, and the effective implementation of global policies and standards, ensuring issues are remediated on time.Provide compliance oversight into deal teams, strategic initiatives, technology change and operational transformation through risk assessment and review.Oversee regulatory breach assessments, investigations, remediation and reporting, and conduct second-line assurance over first-line regulatory processes.Lead the regional compliance function, promoting a strong culture of risk awareness, regulatory adherence and ethical conduct.What we're looking forDeep, demonstrable knowledge of UK financial services regulation and regulatory frameworks.Extensive senior-level experience within a regulated financial services environment, with a strong grasp of risk management, compliance frameworks, control design and monitoring.Proven experience interacting with the FCA and attending Board or Board-level risk committees.Strong people leadership, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to challenge senior leaders constructively.Ideally currently or previously approved as SMF16 (or equivalent).

Operational Resilience ContractorA multi-entity financial services group needs a delivery-focused operational resilience contractor to pick up a live action plan and drive it to completion. This is a hit-the-ground-running role - the framework and blueprint already exist, they need someone to scale it across the wider group and get it over the line.What you'll own:Clearing outstanding BCP updates and finalising the annual review (cleanly separating shared group infrastructure from entity-specific systems)Expanding the existing IBS framework and BIAs across all remaining group entitiesSetting and quantifying impact tolerances for the newly mapped servicesPlanning and facilitating severe-but-plausible tabletop scenario testsAligning recent cyber controls into the resilience plansProven track record delivering operational resilience / BCP recovery projects essential — IBS mapping, BIA execution, impact tolerances, and crisis simulation testing.

Interim UK Head of Tax Location: UK | Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer | Function: Finance (Senior Leadership Team) About the business Our client is an established UK life and pensions business with a long-term focus on delivering sustainable value for policyholders and shareholders. With a strong track record of acquisitions and integration, the business continues to pursue opportunities that support its strategic objectives. The role We're partnering with our client to appoint an Interim Head of Tax to lead the tax function for one of its UK life companies. Reporting to the CFO, you'll own tax governance, regulatory compliance and tax risk management, while providing strategic tax leadership across acquisitions, portfolio transfers and reinsurance arrangements. Key responsibilitiesDevelop and implement the tax strategy in line with business and Group objectives, advising Executive Management, Board Committees and senior stakeholders.Lead tax input into acquisitions, portfolio transfers, reinsurance and other strategic transactions, and support capital management within risk appetite.Own the Tax Risk Management Framework and ensure Senior Accounting Officer compliance, maintaining effective controls and reporting significant risks to the CFO, Audit Committee and Board.Take accountability for all UK tax compliance — Corporation Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes and other indirect taxes — including provisions, deferred tax, disclosures and timely return submission.Manage relationships with HMRC, external advisers, Group Tax and auditors, and build strong links across Finance, Risk, Actuarial, Legal and Operations.Lead, develop and coach the tax team, driving continuous improvement and a strong risk and control culture.What we're looking forCTA and/or ACA qualified with significant in-house tax leadership experience.Extensive UK corporate tax and tax reporting expertise.Background in UK life insurance, pensions, long-term savings or closely related financial services.Proven experience managing HMRC relationships and enquiries within a regulated environment.

Head of Financial CrimeWe are partnering with an innovative financial institution operating at the intersection of traditional banking and digital assets to appoint a Head of Financial Crime.This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Financial Crime professional to shape and oversee a comprehensive compliance framework across AML, sanctions, fraud prevention, customer due diligence, and transaction monitoring. You will work closely with executive leadership, regulators, and product teams to ensure a strong and scalable control environment within a rapidly evolving sector.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and enhance the organisation’s Financial Crime framework across AML, CTF, sanctions, fraud, and anti-bribery controls.Ensure compliance with Swiss regulatory requirements and relevant international financial crime standards.Oversee Financial Crime operations including transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, investigations, and KYC/CDD/EDD processes.Manage complex investigations involving both traditional financial products and digital assets, including regulatory reporting obligations.Drive the development and optimisation of monitoring, screening, and blockchain analytics capabilities.Conduct risk assessments and strengthen policies, procedures, and controls to address emerging financial crime risks.Provide regular reporting and strategic guidance to senior management and board-level stakeholders.Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing Financial Crime team while promoting a strong culture of compliance across the business.Requirements10+ years' experience in Financial Crime Compliance, AML/CTF, Fraud, or Regulatory Compliance within banking, fintech, or digital asset environments.Proven leadership experience managing Financial Crime programmes and teams.Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and a recognised professional qualification such as CAMS, ICA, or CFCS.Fluent English and strong German language skills.Strong knowledge of Swiss regulatory requirements, international AML standards, and financial crime risk management.Experience with transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, blockchain analytics, and crypto-related risk controls.Demonstrated ability to engage with regulators, manage audits, and present to senior executive stakeholders.Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.DesirableMaster's degree and/or additional compliance certifications.Experience within digital banking, cryptocurrency, blockchain, or emerging digital asset ecosystems.