Ethos BeathChapman is partnering with a highly regarded and purpose-driven institutional investor to recruit an Associate Director, Operational Risk & Compliance.
This is a rare opportunity to join a growing organisation at a formative stage, where you will play a key role in shaping and embedding risk frameworks across a complex investment environment.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Operational Risk & Compliance, you will provide specialist advice and assurance across enterprise, strategic and investment risk. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to uplift risk maturity, embed controls, and drive a strong risk culture across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clear, practical risk advice across strategic, enterprise and investment activities
- Partner with business units to identify, assess and manage risk exposures
- Support investment teams on compliance requirements (including AML/CTF due diligence)
- Design and implement risk frameworks, policies and controls
- Lead or support controls assurance programs and audit engagements
- Deliver high-quality reporting for senior management and Board oversight
- Contribute to risk uplift initiatives, including governance and technology-enabled solutions
- Champion a strong, proactive risk and compliance culture
About You
- 5+ years’ experience in operational risk, compliance, or assurance roles
- Background in financial services, investment management, or complex regulated environments
- Strong understanding of risk frameworks and best practice
- Ability to simplify complex issues and communicate clearly in plain English
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- Proven experience designing and embedding controls
- Self-driven with strong problem-solving and prioritisation capability
What’s on Offer
- Work at the forefront of a high-impact investment organisation
- Exposure to complex, large-scale investment activity
- Opportunity to shape frameworks in a growing environment
- Flexible working arrangements across multiple locations
- Solid leadership and career development opportunities