Central Compliance Manager (12 month FTC)
Posted 5 days ago by Benchmark Capital
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Horsham, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Central Compliance Manager will oversee the occupational pension transfer business, managing a team of Pension Transfer Specialists and Member Oversight Supervisors. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing committee activities, and providing training and support to team members. The position is based in Horsham, West Sussex, and offers flexible working arrangements as part of a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage Pension Transfer Specialists and the decision-making committee
- Keep procedures up to date with regulatory and industry changes
- Compile regulatory reports and ensure effective data management
- Liaise across compliance, senior management, and member firms to handle network issues
- Support and empower Member Oversight Supervisors, managing their workflow and output
- Train, motivate, and mentor team members to foster high performance
- Provide technical support across the Compliance Department and lead due diligence streams for business acquisitions
- Create and manage key communications, such as newsletters and bulletins
- Deputise for the Senior Compliance Manager when required
Key Skills:
- Qualified to Level 4 Diploma in Financial Services (or equivalent)
- Holds a recognised Occupational Pension Specialist qualification (e.g., G60, AF3, AF7)
- Strong knowledge of FCA rules and their application in occupational pensions
- Experience managing, coordinating, and motivating teams
- Excellent analytical, communication, and observational skills
- Demonstrates integrity, diligence, and a commitment to delivering good client outcomes
- A confident leader, capable of acting as Committee Chair
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Horsham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Central Compliance Manager
Location: Broadlands Business Campus, Near Horsham, West Sussex (flexible working available)
Contract: 12-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
About Benchmark
At Benchmark, we’re committed to supporting top-tier financial advisers through our award-winning regulatory, platform, and investment solutions. Our own Financial Advice business helps families achieve peace of mind making it easier for them to reach and surpass their goals. We pride ourselves on keeping the client’s interests at the heart of everything we do, ensuring fair outcomes and upholding our duty of care for all clients.
About the Role
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Central Compliance Manager to take ownership of our occupational pension transfer business, overseeing both Pension Transfer Specialists and Member Oversight Supervisors across our networks. You’ll play a pivotal role in committee management, reporting, and ensuring our procedures remain current with regulatory and industry developments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage Pension Transfer Specialists and the decision-making committee
- Keep procedures up to date with regulatory and industry changes
- Compile regulatory reports and ensure effective data management
- Liaise across compliance, senior management, and member firms to handle network issues
- Support and empower Member Oversight Supervisors, managing their workflow and output
- Train, motivate, and mentor team members to foster high performance
- Provide technical support across the Compliance Department and lead due diligence streams for business acquisitions
- Create and manage key communications, such as newsletters and bulletins
- Deputise for the Senior Compliance Manager when required
About You:
Qualified to Level 4 Diploma in Financial Services (or equivalent)
Holds a recognised Occupational Pension Specialist qualification (e.g., G60, AF3, AF7)
Strong knowledge of FCA rules and their application in occupational pensions
Experience managing, coordinating, and motivating teams
Excellent analytical, communication, and observational skills
Demonstrates integrity, diligence, and a commitment to delivering good client outcomes
A confident leader, capable of acting as Committee Chair
What We Offer:
A supportive team culture focused on high standards and continuous development
Flexible working arrangements to help you balance work and life commitments
A vibrant, modern campus environment with a range of staff amenities
We're looking for the best, whoever they are
We know that diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture where all can succeed lead to better decisions and stronger outcomes for the company its clients and its employees. That’s why inclusion and diversity are strategic priorities for us. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. You’re welcome at Benchmark regardless of your age, disability, gender identity or expression, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. We’re building a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.