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Risk & Compliance Manager (Maternity Cover 18 Month FTC) Location: Manchester Are you passionate about ethical investing and looking to make a meaningful impact in compliance? Join a purpose-driven investment management firm as a Risk & Compliance Manager on an 18-month fixed-term contract.Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.About the Business This award-winning, employee-owned firm has built a reputation as one of the UKs leading ethical investment specialists.Guided by the principles of independence, integrity, and responsibility, the business offers investment management and financial advice with a distinct focus on sustainability and positive impact.The Opportunity As Risk & Compliance Manager , youll provide expert oversight and hands-on support across a range of compliance and risk activities, contributing to a robust, mature framework thats embedded at all levels of the business.Youll work alongside the Head of Risk & Compliance and a collaborative team to ensure continued alignment with FCA regulationsparticularly in light of current thematic priorities like Consumer Duty and the forthcoming Model Portfolio Services (MPS) review.Key Responsibilities Support compliance oversight across both Investment Management and Financial Advice arms of the business.Conduct client file reviews and thematic monitoring in line with the Compliance Monitoring Plan Carry out trade monitoring and support reconciliation of transaction reporting.Review financial promotions and internal communications for regulatory compliance.Help manage compliance registers (including PAD, conflicts, inside info, and complaints).Liaise with Risk Champions to maintain the risk register and support business-wide risk awareness.Assist in preparing board-level Management Information and regulatory reports for the FCA.Support oversight of the T&C scheme and contribute to supervision meeting coordination.Collaborate on policy maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives across compliance and risk areas.Work closely with Fund Managers and Administrators to support accurate and timely fund reporting.About You You will be a capable and collaborative compliance professional who brings: Prior experience in a regulatory or compliance role (investment or fund management experience desirable).Strong knowledge of FCA rules and principlesespecially in relation to Consumer Duty.A working understanding of risk registers and the wider risk management process.Qualifications: Minimum Level 4 (CISI, CFA or equivalent).Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and problem-solving mindset.Confidence working independently and liaising with stakeholders across all levels.Familiarity with Pershing and/or Nexus systems (desirable).Why Join? Be part of a values-led, employee-owned business where ethics and sustainability are embedded in everything.Work alongside a friendly and experienced Risk & Compliance team with a clear and established framework.Get involved in meaningful projects and regulatory developments that shape the future of ethical investing.Enjoy a central Manchester location and flexible, supportive working culture.