Head of Compliance

Job Description:

We are working exclusively with the Faculty of Advocates in Edinburgh, who are seeking a Head of Compliance to support the delivery and oversight of its regulatory and compliance framework.

This is a rare opportunity that offers a broad remit across compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, governance, and risk management, as well as involvement in key regulatory developments and organisational initiatives.

Please note:

Core-Asset Consulting are working on an exclusive basis with the Faculty of Advocates (FoA) on this role.

As such, any applications that are submitted via other channels (eg; directly to the FoA, or from another Recruitment Agency) will be forwarded to Core-Asset to manage and no fee will be applicable.

All applications should be directed to Kim Bower (Business Manager - Core Asset Consulting) kim@core-asset.co.uk

• Experience within compliance, regulatory, or dispute resolution environments


• Qualified lawyer 5 year PQE


• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, including AML/CTF


• Proven experience developing and maintaining compliance frameworks, policies, and controls.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities


• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills


• Ability to influence and support the embedding of a strong compliance culture


• Proactive, organised, and able to operate independently

• Deliver day-to-day compliance and regulatory activity, ensuring adherence to all applicable obligations


• Monitor regulatory risk and provide clear, practical advice to senior stakeholders


• Support the development and ongoing improvement of compliance frameworks, policies, and controls


• Prepare and contribute to governance forums, including committee reporting and regulatory submissions


• Develop and maintain the Compliance Monitoring Plan across key areas, including AML/CTF and data protection


• Conduct assurance activity, identify gaps, and support remediation actions


• Maintain the compliance risk register and support effective risk management


• Oversee complaints and disciplinary processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations


• Support AML/CTF supervisory activity, including monitoring and follow-up actions


• Track regulatory developments and support the implementation of required changes


• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• A highly competitive salary


• Wider Benefits package

Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.

Job reference: (16421)

To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

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