Compliance Officer for Private Equity Firm (SMF16 & 17)

The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced compliance professional to join us on a
part-time basis (approximately two days per week)
as Compliance Director, holding the SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO) controlled functions.
This is a hands-on, senior role that sits at the heart of the business. You will own our compliance framework end-to-end, serve as a trusted advisor to the two managing partners, and help shape a high-quality regulatory environment as we continue to grow.
For the right candidate, there is scope to expand the role to include wider operational responsibilities.
The role can be performed primarily remotely, with periodic visits to our London office in Mayfair.
Attractive cash remuneration with potential for participation in carried interest.
What You'll Do
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Own the compliance framework
— maintain and continuously improve our compliance environment, policies, and procedures across the firm and in liaison with our outsourced back-office team
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Lead on AML
— take full responsibility for anti-money laundering compliance, providing oversight, controls, and day-to-day support
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Manage regulatory reporting
— oversee all FCA obligations including RegData returns and Connect filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
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Manage group entities
— handle the incorporation of new onshore and offshore vehicles and maintain all associated company filings
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Banking and other relationships
— manage the firm's relationships with clearing banks, insurers etc.
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Support governance
— attend investment committee and board meetings, take minutes, and ensure follow-through on matters arising
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Horizon scanning
— monitor the regulatory landscape proactively, keeping the business and senior management informed of relevant changes and emerging obligations
About You
You will be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently in a lean, entrepreneurial environment. You will bring:
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Significant experience within a compliance function — whether in a compliance consultancy, investment management firm, or another relevant financial services setting
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Direct familiarity with FCA-regulated environments and the SMF16/SMF17 controlled functions
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A proactive, hands-on approach — this role requires someone who gets involved at every level, not just at a supervisory distance
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Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex regulatory matters clearly to senior stakeholders
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A bachelor's degree; a professional qualification in compliance, law, or a related discipline is an advantage
We particularly welcome candidates who are interested in an expanded role beyond compliance (which could include supporting our ESG strategy, legal input into investment activity etc).
About Palladian Investment Partners
Palladian is a London-based private equity firm focused on lower middle market B2B services companies.
As a leading independent financial sponsor, we invest through single-asset structures rather than traditional blind pool funds — a model that allows us to be highly selective, move with conviction, and build deep partnerships with the management teams we back.
We are a lean, ambitious team of nine, and we take pride in the quality of our thinking, our relationships, and the businesses we help build.