Compliance Administrator - Accountancy - City - To £32,000

Job details

Posted Monday 08 June 2026
Location City
Job type Permanent
Reference 848
Recruiter Name Sophie Terry

Wise May are looking for a Compliance Administrator to join a busy Accountancy firm based in the City of London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join their specialist Compliance team of four, working closely with stakeholders company wide. This is a dynamic and detail-focused position, providing proactive support across client onboarding, compliance checks and internal processes, ensuring a high level of service is delivered across the team.

This is a 12 month fixed term contract with hybrid working after the first 4 weeks (3 days in the office and 2 days remote) and the hours are 09:15 - 17:15.

Compliance Administrator duties and responsibilities:

  • Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Compliance team to improve efficiency
  • Managing meeting arrangements, including scheduling and booking meeting rooms
  • Carrying out compliance checks including Companies House searches, PEP and sanctions checks
  • Supporting the client onboarding process and managing digital onboarding systems
  • Collating and analysing data from multiple sources and systems
  • Updating and amending documentation as required
  • Providing ad-hoc project support to the wider team
  • Ensuring work is completed within agreed deadlines and escalating where necessary

Compliance Administrator key skills and experience required:

  • Previous administrative experience, ideally within a professional services or accountancy environment
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate data clearly
  • Confident user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to work
  • A team-focused attitude with the ability to manage multiple priorities

Company Benefits: 

  • 22 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • Pension contribution
  • Season ticket loans
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Free eye test and contribution towards glasses needed for computer use