Specialist Division

Compliance Recruitment

Strive Technical's compliance recruitment division sources exceptional regulatory and compliance professionals who safeguard organisations and uphold the highest standards of integrity across the UK.

Compliance & Regulatory

Building Robust Compliance Teams Across the UK

In an increasingly regulated business environment, compliance has moved from a back-office function to a boardroom priority. Organisations face ever-growing regulatory scrutiny, and the consequences of non-compliance, from financial penalties to reputational damage, have never been more significant. Having the right compliance professionals in place is no longer optional; it is a strategic imperative.

At Strive Technical, our compliance recruitment consultants understand the nuances of regulatory frameworks across multiple sectors. We recognise that outstanding compliance professionals combine deep technical knowledge with strong communication skills and the commercial awareness to embed compliance into everyday business operations.

We recruit for permanent, contract, and interim compliance positions at all levels, from junior analysts and KYC officers to senior compliance managers and heads of compliance. Our clients span financial services, fintech, insurance, healthcare, energy, and the corporate sector.

Our Compliance Expertise

Financial Crime & AML
KYC & Customer Due Diligence
Regulatory Compliance (FCA, PRA)
Compliance Monitoring & Testing
Sanctions & Screening
Ethics & Conduct Risk
Data Privacy & GDPR Compliance
Compliance Advisory & Training
Compliance Roles

Roles We Recruit For

We place compliance professionals across the full spectrum of regulatory disciplines, from operational KYC and AML roles to strategic compliance leadership positions. Here are some of the key roles within our compliance recruitment practice.

Head of Compliance

Leading the compliance function at a strategic level, setting the regulatory framework, managing relationships with regulators, and ensuring the organisation meets all statutory and industry obligations.

Compliance Manager

Managing day-to-day compliance operations, developing and implementing compliance policies, overseeing monitoring programmes, and providing regulatory guidance to the wider business.

Compliance Analyst

Conducting compliance reviews and assessments, analysing regulatory requirements, preparing reports for senior management, and supporting the implementation of compliance frameworks.

KYC Analyst

Performing customer due diligence checks, verifying identity documentation, assessing risk profiles, and ensuring adherence to Know Your Customer regulations and internal policies.

AML Officer

Overseeing anti-money laundering programmes, conducting transaction monitoring, filing suspicious activity reports, and ensuring compliance with the Proceeds of Crime Act and Money Laundering Regulations.

Financial Crime Analyst

Investigating potential financial crime activities including fraud, money laundering, and sanctions breaches, utilising data analysis and intelligence to identify and mitigate threats.

Regulatory Compliance Manager

Managing compliance with sector-specific regulations such as FCA, PRA, or SRA requirements, conducting regulatory horizon scanning, and advising on the impact of legislative change.

Compliance Advisor

Providing practical compliance guidance to business teams, supporting the development of policies and procedures, and delivering training to promote a culture of regulatory awareness.

Ethics Officer

Developing and overseeing the organisation's ethics programme, managing whistleblowing procedures, conducting ethical risk assessments, and promoting integrity across all business activities.

Compliance Monitoring Officer

Designing and executing compliance monitoring plans, testing adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements, and reporting findings to senior compliance leadership.

Why Strive Technical

Why Choose Us for Compliance Recruitment

Our compliance recruitment specialists understand the critical importance of placing professionals who combine regulatory expertise with integrity and commercial judgement.

Regulatory Expertise

Our compliance recruitment consultants possess a thorough understanding of the UK regulatory landscape, including FCA, PRA, and sector-specific frameworks. This enables us to assess candidates on their technical regulatory knowledge as well as their practical application of compliance principles.

Established Compliance Network

Over years of dedicated compliance recruitment, we have cultivated an extensive network of compliance professionals across financial services, fintech, insurance, and corporate sectors. Our database includes passive candidates who are not actively searching but are open to the right opportunity.

Thorough Vetting Process

Compliance professionals must demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and competence. Our screening process includes detailed assessments of regulatory knowledge, ethical judgement, and professional conduct alongside standard reference and background checks.

Sector-Spanning Reach

We recruit compliance professionals across every regulated industry, from banking and asset management to healthcare, energy, and gaming. This cross-sector reach allows us to identify transferable skills and broaden the talent pool for our clients.

Compliance Salary Guide

Indicative salary ranges for key compliance roles across the UK. Actual salaries may vary based on location, sector, regulatory scope, and experience level.

RoleSalary Range (GBP)
Head of Compliance£90,000 - £130,000+
Regulatory Compliance Manager£60,000 - £80,000
Compliance Manager£55,000 - £75,000
Ethics Officer£50,000 - £70,000
Compliance Advisor£40,000 - £55,000
AML Officer£40,000 - £60,000
Financial Crime Analyst£35,000 - £55,000
Compliance Analyst£35,000 - £50,000
Compliance Monitoring Officer£35,000 - £50,000
KYC Analyst£30,000 - £45,000

Salary data is indicative and based on current market analysis. Contact our compliance recruitment team for a personalised salary benchmark tailored to your requirements.

Opportunities

Current Compliance Vacancies

Explore our latest compliance opportunities or register your CV for priority access to new regulatory and compliance roles as they become available.

Compliance Vacancies Coming Soon

We are currently building our live jobs board. In the meantime, register your CV and our compliance recruitment team will match you with suitable opportunities as they arise.

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