Trainee - Regulatory & Compliance Oversight Team United Kingdom

Interested in how banks are regulated and held accountable? Are you curious about how financial institutions operate within a highly regulated environment? Do you have an interest in UK banking regulation, governance and the rules that help maintain trust in the financial system?

We're looking for a motivated and inquisitive Trainee to join our Regulatory & Compliance Oversight team. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a specialist compliance function, working on regulatory governance, compliance risk management, regulatory change and the UK's Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR).

As a Trainee, you'll gain exposure to a wide range of regulatory and governance activities, including:

• Monitoring and analysing regulatory developments from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and other industry bodies.
• Supporting projects relating to regulatory change and implementation.
• Assisting with the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR) and other regulatory governance obligations.
• Helping coordinate governance meetings and committees, including preparing materials and tracking actions.
• Supporting compliance risk assessments, reporting and management information.
• Assisting with the maintenance of policies, procedures and compliance documentation.
• Contributing to training and awareness initiatives across the business.
• Working with a variety of stakeholders across business and support functions.

This role offers an excellent foundation for a future career in Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Risk Management or Governance. You'll develop practical experience in:

• UK banking regulation
• Regulatory governance and oversight
• Compliance risk management
• Regulatory change management
• Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR)
• Policy and procedure management
• Corporate governance
• Stakeholder management and professional communication

Essential

• A genuine interest in UK banking regulation, financial services and regulatory governance.
• Curiosity about how regulators oversee financial institutions and hold individuals accountable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyse information and identify key themes.
• Professional, reliable and proactive approach.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Degree or equivalent in Law, Business, Economics, Finance, Politics or a related discipline.
• Previous internship, placement or work experience in financial services or a professional environment.
• Awareness of the UK's Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR).
• Understanding of the role of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA).
• Interest in regulatory developments, accountability frameworks and banking governance.

We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate an enthusiasm for the regulatory environment that governs financial institutions. You might have developed this interest through:

• Academic study
• Independent research
• Industry events
• Relevant coursework or projects
• Previous internships or work experience
• Following developments in financial services and banking regulation
• Most importantly, you'll be eager to learn, ask questions and build a career in a specialist area of financial services.

This is an opportunity to develop expertise in an area of growing importance within financial services. You'll gain exposure to senior stakeholders, regulatory governance processes and real-world compliance…