FCA Compliance Advice Manager - 9 month FTC
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Location: Newbury or London, hybrid working
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Mon to Fri
Duration: 9 month FTC
At Vodafone UK we believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, on average 8 days a month. Our "Office in a Box" home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.
Who We Are
At Vodafone UK, diversity isn't just a buzzword, it is core to who we are as a company. We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to driving inclusion for all; creating a workplace that is fully representative of the communities and customers we serve.
Join us at the heart of Vodafone UK in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth.
What you'll do
The Compliance Advisory Manager will be responsible for supporting the Senior Compliance Advisory Manager with the delivery of a robust risk compliance framework to meet our regulatory obligations and ensuring Vodafone has a clear governance and decision-making process. The Compliance Advisory Manager will also promote and drive our culture to deliver good customer outcomes.
Ensure we have a robust compliance framework in place.
Provide support and guidance to the 1st line on compliance requirements, including sign off of material where appropriate
Manage oversight of 1st line by means of regular contact, updating of regulatory change, review of MI and escalating issues of concern to the Senior Compliance Advisory Manager.
Support the interrogation of regulatory submissions to identify areas of concern and follow up.
Manage the provision of advice and guidance on FCA related policies to the 1st line, including identification of breaches
Support the design and delivery of relevant training & competence requirements to all staff
Manage and develop the horizon scanning process, including ensuring upcoming regulatory change has 1st line sponsorship
Engage regularly with Compliance Monitoring colleagues to advise on upcoming regulatory change, compliance interpretation changes and policy changes.
Manage ad hoc projects as required by the Senior Compliance Advisory Manager
Who you are
Relevant compliance qualifications
Ideally qualified as a minimum to degree level
Experience of financial services and knowledge is highly desirable
Relevant 2nd line compliance activity experience
Understanding of governance, FCA compliance programmes & risk management
Strong analytical, written and communication skills, including Microsoft Office tools
A willingness to learn, positive outlook, and an appetite to succeed
Strong interpersonal skills to ensure successful engagement with colleagues
Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
Together we can
Vodafone UK are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-vodafone/) for guidance.
Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.