Compliance Officer

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 + benefits, including 27 days holiday, 2:1 pension (up to 12% employer contribution), plus many more

Location: Hybrid with travel to London monthly, and for team meetings as required.

Did you know that there are at least 20m people in the UK in vulnerable financial circumstances, who are poorly served or unfairly excluded from mainstream financial services?

That’s nearly a third of all adults in the UK.

We are Fair4All Finance. We are a not-for-profit organisation working with Financial Services providers to improve the financial wellbeing of people in vulnerable circumstances by increasing access to fair, affordable and appropriate financial products and services.

We are continuing our work following our latest round of funding, and as a result we are now seeking a Compliance Officer who will play a crucial role in ensuring Fair4All Finance operates within regulatory frameworks by conducting compliance checks on potential investees, grantees, and suppliers.

This includes Know Your Customer (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and subsidy control assessments. The role will support the onboarding of investees and suppliers, contributing to risk management and ensuring operational excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organisation, ensuring resources are strategically aligned with our goals to drive meaningful social impact

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance checks including KYC, AML, and subsidy control for investees, suppliers, and grantees.

• Maintain compliance records and support governance around contract execution.

• Assist in refining compliance processes to strengthen risk management and operational efficiency.

• Collaborate with internal teams to build compliance awareness across the organisation.

• Support the setup of compliant supplier panels and ensure effective procurement and payment processes.

• Communicate professionally with external partners regarding compliance documentation and onboarding requirements.

  Essential experience & qualifications:

• Knowledge or hands-on experience in compliance, risk management, or similar operational functions.

• Understanding of KYC and AML requirements.

• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Confidence working collaboratively with both internal stakeholders and external partners.

• A proactive approach to improving systems and processes.

  Desirable experience & qualifications:

• Previous experience in not-for-profit, finance, or regulatory settings.

• Familiarity with subsidy control and supplier governance.

• Involvement in developing templates, training materials, or process guidance.

• Experience in setting up or managing procurement or supplier frameworks.

  Person Profile

• Organised, detail-focused and love creating efficient systems.

• A confident communicator who brings clarity to complex processes.

• Naturally proactive, with a mindset for continuous improvement.

• A collaborative team player who enjoys working across departments.

• Passionate about financial inclusion and committed to purpose-led work.

Who are Fair4All Finance?

We are a not-for-profit organisation working with Financial Services providers to improve the financial wellbeing of people in vulnerable circumstances by increasing access to fair, affordable and appropriate financial products and services.

Founded in 2019, we are funded from the Dormant Assets Scheme. The scheme is led by the financial industry and backed by the UK government. This makes it possible for money in dormant bank and building society accounts to be used to help good causes.

Our vision is of a society where the long-term financial wellbeing of all people is supported by a fair and accessible financial sector.

You can find more information on us and our work at www.fair4allfinance.org.uk.

Our Benefits include:

Financial Security:

• Pension (2:1), group life assurance, critical illness, and income protection, family leave

Wellbeing:

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, agile working, health cash plan, health & wellbeing resource hub (including an Employee Assistance Programme)

Personal & Professional Development:

• Individual discretionary Training budget

• Book Club – mission aligned, up to 4 per year

Fair4All Finance is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value different perspectives, experiences, and expertise, encouraging everyone to grow and contribute fully. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including age, gender identity, disability, marital status, race, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and socioeconomic status.

We ensure fair and equitable treatment for all team members and applicants and actively recruit from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to support candidates and promote flexible working for a healthy work-life balance.

To apply, submit your application via Applied by 5pm on Friday at 16th May

Interviews will be held throughout May.

For informal enquiries, please contact us at jobs@fair4allfinance.org.uk.

Please note that your application will be reviewed through a blind, unbiased process, so be sure to provide clear, specific examples in your responses. Your CV will only be reviewed at a later stage in the process.

Due to the nature of our work, and depending on the role, successful applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment checks, which include employment reference, financial and criminal record checks. All checks will be role appropriate, and your recruiter will confirm which checks are required. We manage our checks via TrustID.