Compliance Officer - Hedge Fund
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Compliance Officer - Hedge Fund
Location: London
Team: Compliance & Legal
Reporting to: Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel
Overview
We are seeking a Compliance Officer to join a growing multi-strategy hedge fund based in London. The role sits within a small, collaborative compliance team and offers broad exposure across the business, working closely with investment, operations, legal, risk, and senior management.
The successful candidate will support the day-to-day compliance framework of the firm across multiple investment strategies and jurisdictions, helping to ensure adherence to FCA and SEC regulatory requirements and internal policies while contributing to the continued development of the compliance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the ongoing monitoring and enhancement of the firm’s compliance framework, policies, and procedures
- Support the delivery of the Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP) and thematic reviews
- Monitor trading activity and investment processes for compliance with regulatory requirements, fund restrictions, and internal controls
- Conduct surveillance across areas including market abuse, personal account dealing, communications monitoring, and conflicts of interest
- Assist with regulatory filings and reporting obligations, including FCA and SEC related submissions
- Provide compliance guidance to investment professionals and broader business teams on day-to-day regulatory matters
- Support onboarding and due diligence processes for counterparties, brokers, vendors, and service providers
- Maintain and review compliance registers, including gifts and entertainment, conflicts, and insider lists
- Assist in the preparation and delivery of compliance training across the firm
Candidate Profile
- 4–8 years of compliance experience within an investment management firm, hedge fund, or asset manager.
- Strong understanding of the UK regulatory environment, including FCA rules and market abuse regulations. SEC regulatory knowledge and experience would be a plus
- Experience supporting front-office investment activities and trade surveillance processes
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative and pragmatic approach with strong communication skills
- Comfortable operating within a lean team structure where responsibilities are broad and hands-on
- Undergraduate degree or relevant professional qualification preferred
If you believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role and contribute to the firm’s continued success, we encourage you to apply.
For more details, please contact Jon Pettet at jon.pettet@blackswangroup.com