Mortgage Compliance Officer/Office Manager

Mortgage Compliance Officer/Office Manager

Salary: £30k-£40k pro rata DOE + company benefit package

Location: Hove - Office based

Hours: P/T 22.5 hour week (flexible on days)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mortgage Compliance Officer / Office Manager to join a well-established and highly regarded financial services firm based in Hove.

This role offers the chance to play a key part in supporting the firm's regulatory compliance while also helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office. It would suit a detail-oriented compliance professional with strong knowledge of the mortgage or financial services sector, who enjoys working within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain compliance with UK financial services regulations and FCA requirements.
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying and addressing potential regulatory risks.
• Review and maintain internal policies and procedures to ensure ongoing regulatory alignment.
• Interpret and communicate regulatory changes and their impact on the business.
• Support the oversight and supervision of advisers to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage FCA regulatory reporting, including collation of data and submission of regulatory returns.
• Oversee the onboarding and due diligence of new advisers and appointed representatives.
• Investigate and report any compliance irregularities or potential breaches.
• Provide compliance guidance and training to colleagues across the business.
• Assist with the general management of the office, including HR administration, staff onboarding and operational support.

The right candidate will have the following skills and experience to apply:

• Previous experience in a compliance role within the mortgage or financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK regulatory requirements, including FCA rules and Consumer Duty.
• Understanding of anti-money laundering (AML), financial crime prevention and compliance monitoring.
• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical and organised approach to compliance work.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to support, guide and train colleagues.
• Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with a wider team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, proactive and professional team that offers a great working environment and flexibility on working hours. To be considered for this role please submit your CV.