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Enterprise Risk & Compliance Analyst; Operations

Job in City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: MERJE Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-14
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Risk Manager/Analyst, Financial Compliance, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Enterprise Risk & Compliance Analyst (Operations)
Location: City of Edinburgh

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Enterprise Risk & Compliance Analyst to join a highly regarded financial services organisation that operates within Investment Management.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of enterprise risk and compliance disciplines, including operational risk, regulatory compliance, operational resilience, data privacy, business continuity and governance. Working closely with experienced stakeholders across Operations and Technology, you will gain valuable hands‑on experience while helping to strengthen risk management and regulatory compliance across the business.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to develop their expertise within enterprise risk and compliance and build a long‑term career in a collaborative and supportive environment.

The Role

As part of a growing Risk & Compliance function, you will support the delivery of a wide range of risk management and regulatory compliance activities. You will work closely with business stakeholders to identify, assess and manage risk, while helping to ensure effective governance and regulatory compliance across key operational and technology functions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the ongoing development and enhancement of risk management and compliance frameworks.
  • Assist with the coordination and review of Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs).
  • Support the identification, assessment and management of operational risks and risk events.
  • Work with business teams to implement corrective and preventative actions arising from risk incidents.
  • Assist in maintaining key risk management processes and supporting governance activities.
  • Contribute to data privacy activities, including the maintenance of relevant assessments, records and management information.
  • Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning, testing and documentation.
  • Assist with regulatory and business change initiatives, ensuring risk and compliance considerations are appropriately embedded.
  • Prepare reporting, analysis and management information for governance forums and senior stakeholders.
  • Build effective relationships across Operations, Technology and other business functions.
About You

Our client are looking for an ambitious and proactive individual with a genuine interest in risk management, governance and regulatory compliance.

You may already be working within a risk, compliance, governance, operational risk or controls-related role and be looking to broaden your experience within a dynamic financial services environment.

Skills & Experience
  • Experience with in risk management, compliance, governance or a related discipline.
  • Experience gained within financial services or another regulated environment.
  • Understanding of risk and control frameworks and their practical application.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to build relationships and work effectively with stakeholders across different functions.
  • A proactive approach with a willingness to take ownership and deliver results.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high professional standards.
What's on Offer?
  • Exposure to a wide range of enterprise risk and compliance disciplines.
  • Opportunity to work closely with experienced risk and compliance professionals.
  • Excellent learning and development opportunities.
  • Exposure to regulatory, operational and strategic business initiatives.
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Hybrid working model.
  • Clear opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

If you are looking to develop your career in enterprise risk and compliance within a respected financial services organisation, we would love to hear from you.

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