Senior Compliance Analyst

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 £113.6bn in assets under management (as of March 2026) 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.

Role Title:  Senior Compliance Analyst

Division: Compliance Advice & Conduct Risk

Location: Jersey

Contract: Perm

About the Role

To act as a key member of the second line of defence (2LOD) within the RIMI Compliance function, in support of RIMI and the Group strategy. The main purpose of the role will be to undertake Compliance Monitoring reviews and assess various business processes for adherence to regulatory requirements and produce a final report documenting key findings and recommendations

What you’ll be responsible for

To take primary responsibility within the function for the following:

•Lead in the delivery of an annual risk-based monitoring programme for the investment management business within the Compliance Monitoring Plan (CMP), in line with regulatory requirements, and to ensure the smooth delivery of said plan to a high standard of quality.

•Lead in the production of Regulatory File Reviews, including analysis of areas within the business, regulatory themes and regulatory change.

•Provide oversight and challenge to ensure relevant business processes are established and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements to conduct detailed analysis of regulatory compliance issues and proposals.

•Support RIMI Compliance Officer and RIMI Assistant Compliance Officer with the production of reports and management information, committee, project representation and staff training.

•Support in Complaint Root Cause Analysis and production of correspondence with Business and client.

•Assisting on periodic reviews of the RIMI Compliance Manual ensuring it remains aligned to Jersey and Guernsey legal and regulatory requirements (including, but not limited to, Investment Business Code of Practice and Client Assets Order) RIMI Compliance Policy & Group Compliance Manual, where appropriate.

Measures of success

•Compliance Monitoring reviews are completed in a timely manner and contribute to the overall annual plan being completed on time.

•Management actions arising from reviews are closed with the business in a timely manner.

•Successful completion of schedule of Regulatory File Review each quarter as per agreed framework and agreement with EXCO.

•Successful completion of ad-hoc limited reviews

About you

If you meet some of these criteria and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply

•IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio and Access

•An awareness of and the ability to review and interpret regulations, specifically JFSC.

•Knowledge of the wealth management industry would be advantageous but not essential

•Good communication skills, both verbal and written

•Inquisitive & analytical mind-set

•Strong organisation & co-ordination skills; with an attention to detail

•Ability to deliver on time

•Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Professional experience and qualifications

•Industry recognised investment and/or compliance qualification desirable.

•Significant relevant experience

•Proven accuracy and numeracy skills with experience in report writing is desirable

Key interactions

RIMI Board and EXCO Members and employees, Group Compliance, Group Risk, RIMI and Group Financial Crime functions and Group Internal Audit; Regulatory Bodies: JFSC; External auditors 

Our offer to you

We want everyone at Rathbones to fulfil their potential, in an environment where you are proud to work and feel like you belong.

Our employees can choose to take part in various social groups and communities to support their wellbeing, growth, development and sense of community. These include:

• Sports & Social Committees, such as cricket, football, netball, running, yoga, quiz nights, charity bake sales and much more.
• Inclusion Networks that help us drive change within the organisation such as Gender Balance, Multicultural, Abilities Count, Pride, Social Mobility, Generations, Menopause Matters@Rathbones’ and Armed Forces. 
• The NextGen IM Network, which brings together a community of trainees from across the UK, who are all at the early stages of their careers and offers development opportunities, exposure across the business as well as peer support and connection.

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.