Compliance Manager

Eden Scott is recruiting for a Mortgage Compliance Specialist to join a leading financial institution on a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Edinburgh.

Role Overview

This role plays a key part in ensuring the organisation meets its regulatory obligations through effective compliance oversight and control testing. You’ll work collaboratively across all lines of defence to deliver high-quality assurance and help embed a strong compliance culture.

Key Responsibilities

Mortgage Oversight

• Lead the delivery of mortgage quality assurance activities.
• Report regularly on findings, progress, and actions to stakeholders and committees.
• Provide feedback and agree on remedial actions with relevant teams.

Advice & Training

• Document mortgage sales processes (advised and execution-only) in line with regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with the Training & Competence Manager to develop and deliver training.
• Advise on corrective actions where compliance breaches occur.

Compliance Culture

• Build strong, constructive relationships across the business while maintaining independence.
• Provide challenge and support to first-line teams.
• Identify and implement efficient, compliant processes that support good client outcomes.

Candidate Profile

• Experience: 5+ years in regulated mortgage compliance.
• Qualifications: CeMAP essential.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK mortgage regulation; private banking experience is a plus.
• Skills: Analytical, resilient, and confident in influencing senior stakeholders.
• Attributes: Detail-oriented, solution-focused, and collaborative.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you.