Risk and Compliance Analyst, RIMI- Ireland

At Rathbones, we help people invest their money well, so they can live well. That means more than financial returns – it’s about helping people feel confident in their decisions and supported in their future. We don’t just manage money, we guide people through life’s big moments, helping them stay on track and focus on what matters most.

We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading wealth managers, with over £109bn* in assets under management and 20+ offices across the UK and Channel Islands. We’re a FTSE 250 company with national reach and a local feel – and we’re growing.
*As of June 2025

Role Title: Risk & Compliance Analyst

Division: RIMI Ireland

Location: Dublin

Working pattern: Hybrid

About the Role

To provide dedicated support to the Head of Risk and Compliance in implementing and maintaining the Firm's risk and compliance framework. This role ensures effective monitoring, reporting, and coordination of risk and compliance activities, enabling the Head of Risk and Compliance to meet governance obligations and strategic objectives.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Assist in maintaining the Firm's risk register, ensuring timely updates and accuracy.
• Support the preparation of Board and Risk Committee reports, including data collation and drafting.
• Assist the coordination of risk appetite training sessions and maintain training records.
• Support risk monitoring plans, policies, and procedures aligned with Firm and Group standards.
• Facilitate the risk and control self-assessment process, including data gathering and documentation.
• Monitor and track risk management actions, escalating overdue items to the Head of Risk and Compliance.
• Provide administrative and analytical support for risk testing and monitoring activities.
• Liaise with first-line business teams to collect information for risk oversight and reporting.
• Assist with upstream risk and regulatory horizon scanning by tracking regulatory changes and supporting implementation plans.
• Maintain records and assist with employee preclearance, disclosures, and attestations in My Compliance Office (MCO) in line with compliance policies.
• Support compliance monitoring and surveillance activities to prevent and detect market abuse.
• Liaise with the Group client complaints handling team and maintain local records to support complaint investigations.
• Assist in preparing documentation and coordination for the Group Conduct Risk Framework, including escalation and investigation processes.

About you

• Previous experience within wealth management, risk and compliance experience desirable.
• Degree or equivalent experience in Risk, Compliance, Finance, or related discipline desirable.
• Some knowledge of MiFID and Irish regulatory framework preferred.
• Highly organised and commercial, with a professional and mature attitude.
• High integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confident interpersonal.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Collaborative, team player with highly professional, proactive approach.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Self-starter and quick learner.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Accurate and professional written style.

Life at Rathbones

We aim to become an employer of choice for the wealth management sector, to achieve this we are working hard to build a diverse, equal, and inclusive workplace that motivates, develops and embraces the strengths of all our colleagues. Being part of Rathbones means you will join a team of passionate professionals in a successful culture that cares for its people. At Rathbones, we provide meaningful work, opportunities, and a voice to all.

We are committed to building a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We welcome individuals who share our values.

We’re a Disability Confident Employer (level 2) under the UK Government scheme. This means we’ve signed up to a set of commitments around how we recruit, retain and develop people with disabilities. Find out more about the Government Scheme online, click here. If you require adjustments to apply for a role at Rathbones, please contact us via recruit@rathbones.com to let us know what adjustments you may need.

Mission

We believe in playing the long game. That means building consistent results, earning trust and doing the right thing — for our clients, our colleagues and the communities we’re part of.

Our values shape how we work:
- We aim high
- We get it done
- We show we care
- We do the right thing

These aren’t just words on a wall. They guide how we treat each other, how we make decisions and how we build relationships that last.

We will close this advert once we have received enough applications for the next stage. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure you don’t miss out.