ABOUT IQ-EQ

We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide. 

We employ a global workforce of 6,500+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top 15 private equity firms.

Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts.

Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. 

We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities.

Role summary

IQ‑EQ is committed to the highest standards of legal, ethical, and regulatory compliance, placing strong emphasis on honesty, integrity, and protecting its reputation. The Group Risk & Compliance (GRC) function supports the Board and senior management by delivering an integrated risk and compliance programme that ensures adherence to regulatory obligations and strengthens the Group’s risk management framework. The Manager, Group Financial Crime Compliance role supports this mission by working closely with the Senior Manager, Financial Crime Compliance within a dedicated team, focusing on the development and ongoing maintenance of robust Group Financial Crime Compliance and Risk Management Programmes. The role plays a key part in ensuring effective financial crime prevention controls are in place at Group level and that employees understand and meet their financial crime prevention obligations as the Group continues to expand.

The role holder reports to the SMFCC and works closely and collaboratively with key stakeholders, including Financial Crime Officers across the Group, to drive best practice across the Group in all matters Financial Crime related.

• You’ll support the Group Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) function by maintaining and strengthening Financial Crime Risk Management and Compliance Programmes across AML, terrorist and proliferation financing, sanctions, bribery and corruption, fraud, and tax evasion.
• You’ll maintain Group FCC standards, registers, and policy documentation, conduct periodic policy reviews, track high‑risk exposures, and provide assurance on regulatory compliance, control effectiveness, and emerging financial crime risks.
• You’ll analyse system reports, oversee group‑wide screening (including PEPs and high‑risk countries), support acquisition due diligence, and escalate financial crime concerns in line with Group Minimum Standards.
• You’ll prepare and present clear, accurate reporting for senior stakeholders (Group Management, Regional CEOs, and Risk & Compliance Committees) and actively contribute to Financial Crime Network forums.
• You’ll promote a strong financial crime compliance culture by updating training materials, managing FCC communications, coordinating network activities, issuing internal alerts, and reinforcing the Group’s zero‑tolerance approach to financial crime.

What we offer 

• Comprehensive remuneration: Competitive financial packages based upon market rates for your role, proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile 
• Pension Scheme: Generous employer contribution with the ability to increase employee contributions 
• Wellbeing: Additional social benefits such as medical insurance & life assurance, discounted gym memberships and the opportunity to engage with our local community via sports activities, charity programmes & environmental initiatives 
• Flexible working: We recognise the value of working flexibly and enable our employees to enjoy an excellent work-life blend 
• Support and development: We will ensure you have the right training, tools and development plan to grow and improve your skills every day.

• You have strong experience in second‑line Financial Crime Compliance, ideally supported by a legal or financial regulatory qualification (e.g. LLB, LLM), and 3–4 years’ experience within a regulated financial services environment.
• You bring a proven track record in overseeing and managing financial crime risks, with solid knowledge of financial crime legislation, compliant FC programmes, and the ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements effectively.
• You demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and a methodical, self‑driven approach, with experience managing registers, analysing data, writing reports, drafting procedures or training materials, and delivering to strict deadlines with minimal supervision.
• You communicate and influence effectively, producing high‑quality reports and engaging governance content, managing challenging stakeholders, and collaborating confidently across teams in fast‑paced, complex environments.
• You are adaptable, resilient, solution‑oriented, and proactive in your development, with high emotional intelligence, strong organisational skills, fluency in written and spoken English, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT

As a forward-looking business, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.

There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee.

Our learning and development programmes and systems enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, speaking 41 languages across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support female managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.

We’re committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our client’s sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.