Compliance Associate – Alternative Investments

London, West End 

Permanent

On-site

£90,000 - £120,000

Overview

A leading alternative asset manager is seeking a buy-side compliance professional to join its London office. This is a front-office aligned role supporting investment activities across private equity, hedge funds, and UCITS structures.

This position is focused on compliance advisory and regulatory oversight within asset management.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key compliance contact for UK-based investment teams
• Provide day-to-day guidance on FCA regulatory requirements impacting:
• Discretionary portfolio management (AIF & UCITS)
• Investment advisory activities, including private equity strategies
• Interpret and apply MiFID II, COBS, SYSC, and UK MAR
• Deliver the UK compliance monitoring programme
• Assess breaches, incidents, and control gaps; support remediation
• Maintain and enhance UK compliance policies and procedures
• Support SMCR requirements and internal governance forums
• Support FCA reporting and regulatory submissions
• Assist with thematic reviews, regulatory enquiries, and examinations
• Provide oversight across:
• Private equity structures
• Hedge fund strategies
• UCITS products
• Review marketing materials and investor communications
• Work closely with US teams on cross-border compliance matters
• Support UK and EEA distribution and marketing compliance

Candidate Profile

• 5–10 years’ experience in compliance within an FCA-regulated asset manager

• Strong knowledge of MiFID II and UK investment management regulation
• Direct experience supporting alternative investments - private equity and/or hedge funds
• Proven track record working with investment teams / front office stakeholders

• Background must be in asset management / buy-side compliance
• Experience in a multi-strategy or alternative investment environment
• Familiarity with AIFMD and UCITS frameworks

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