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About the Role

Aptia is seeking a Head of Risk & Compliance (SMF16/17) to support the build-out and ongoing governance leadership of their new consulting entity. This role is pivotal in establishing the governance, risk, and compliance framework for Aptia's evolving UK Consulting business, driving FCA authorisation and creating a robust control environment. It offers a unique platform to influence strategy and operate at an executive level, shaping the governance, compliance, and risk agenda across the UK Consulting business.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of a governance and risk framework for a newly established regulated consulting business.
Act as the senior compliance leader and, following authorisation, perform the FCA-approved SMF16 and SMF17 responsibilities.
Build and oversee compliance monitoring, risk management and assurance activities.
Establish policies, committees, reporting structures and controls that support long-term growth and regulatory excellence.
Own the financial crime framework, including AML, sanctions, fraud prevention and regulatory reporting obligations.
Lead regulatory engagement and act as a key point of contact with the FCA.
Oversee data privacy governance and ensure compliance with UK GDPR and associated regulatory requirements.
Provide expert guidance and constructive challenge to senior leaders, governance committees and boards.
Help shape a culture of accountability, customer focus and strong risk management across the business.

Requirements

Significant experience within FCA-regulated financial services environments, ideally in build or growth environments.
Previous experience operating as an SMF16, SMF17, MLRO or equivalent senior compliance leader.
A proven track record of engaging directly with regulators and leading regulatory interactions.
Experience developing and embedding governance, compliance and risk frameworks.
Deep knowledge of FCA regulations, SMCR, conduct risk and financial crime requirements.
Strong leadership, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
The ability to thrive in a growing, evolving environment where you can balance strategy with hands-on execution.
Ideally come from a financial services background.
Experience working within a PE backed business environment would be advantageous.

Skills

Governance
Risk Management
Compliance
FCA Authorisation
Regulatory Infrastructure Development
Control Environment Creation
Financial Crime Framework Management
AML
Sanctions
Fraud Prevention
Regulatory Reporting
Regulatory Engagement
Data Privacy Governance
UK GDPR
SMCR
Conduct Risk
Leadership
Influencing
Stakeholder Management

Location

UK
London

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior
Executive Level

About the Company

Founded to shape the future of pensions, health, and insurance solutions, Aptia is a leading professional services firm dedicated to simplifying complexity for businesses and individuals.
We bring together cutting-edge technology and deep industry expertise to help organisations navigate an evolving landscape with clarity and confidence.
With a presence in the US, UK, India, and Portugal, we support over six million people and more than 1,100 clients, delivering solutions that drive efficiency, enhance financial security, and provide peace of mind.
Our strength lies in the combination of smart technology and expert teams, ensuring that managing pensions, health, and insurance is more effective.
By focusing on innovation, accessibility, and client success, we help businesses take care of their people, so they can focus on what they do best.
Aptia Group is not only fueled by our investors' backing but also by our commitment to foster the growth and success of our people.
At Aptia, we're investing heavily in learning and development, paving unique career paths for our colleagues.
Specialist. Responsive. Thoughtful. Our values aren't just words; they are the backbone of our business.
Our team embodies our values daily, to surpass client expectations, evolve constantly and nurture genuine relationships for the long-term.

Equal Opportunity

Aptia is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment.
Fostering an equitable and inclusive environment for all our people to flourish is a priority.
We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract and retain the best people without attention to age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, political affiliation, race, religion, gender and sexual orientation.
If there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process to ensure it is accessible to you, we encourage you to reach out to us.