Assistant Manager - Regulatory Compliance

Company Description

ABOUT IQ-EQ

Is a global investor services group with deep expertise in private markets. We support investment managers, asset owners and global businesses with the administration, compliance, governance, data and reporting that their structures depend on.

Across 25 jurisdictions, our 6,500+ professionals combine technical strength, connected technology and human understanding – the IQ and the EQ – to free clients from operational complexity and give them the peace of mind to focus on their core business activities.

Our IQ is our technical, regulatory and operational expertise, underpinned by data, technology and coordinated global delivery. Our EQ is our human partnership: understanding the business behind the numbers, the culture behind the structures and the individuals behind the screens.

With more than US$950 billion of assets under administration, our global client base includes 13 of the world’s top 15 private equity firms* and 19 of the top 25 private debt firms**.

One relationship connects our clients to the right expertise as needs evolve, helping them move forward with clarity and confidence, wherever they operate..

To find out more about IQ-EQ visit iqeq.com

Job Description

The overall goal of the Risk & Compliance function is to protect the IQ EQ Group brand and to support the successful execution of the Group's business strategy through the delivery of an integrated compliance culture and programme across the Group. Risk & Compliance aims to support the IQ EQ and FNTC Boards of Directors and senior management to fulfil their statutory and regulatory obligations, by helping to ensure compliance with the laws, regulations, principles and codes established by our regulators. 

What you'll do

• You'll champion a strong compliance culture by promoting IQ-EQ’s values, supporting compliance initiatives, mentoring team members, and building effective relationships across the business
• You'll maintain and monitor key compliance and regulatory registers, compliance calendars, training records, and outstanding actions, ensuring accurate reporting and timely resolution of risks, breaches, complaints, and regulatory matters
• You'll support regulatory compliance by assisting with compliance monitoring, Fitness & Propriety submissions, regulator and auditor queries, Board MI reporting, and adherence to applicable laws, policies, procedures, and control frameworks
• You'll review and approve compliance-related documentation, including marketing materials, The International Stock Exchange submissions, policies, procedures, and other governance records, ensuring regulatory standards are met
• You'll coordinate Compliance projects and administrative activities, including managing the Compliance inbox, supporting RACC meetings as Secretary, preparing reports and statistics, and collaborating with management to identify, mitigate, and report business risks effectively

What we offer

• Base Salary: Competitive pay based on role, qualifications, experience, and market standards 
• Annual Bonus: Performance-based discretionary bonus paid annually
• Referral Rewards: Bonus for employees who successfully refer candidates
• Pension Contributions: Employer contributes 7%–12% of basic salary depending on level 
• Insurance Benefits: Medical, dental, life assurance, and income protection coverage
• Additional Benefits: Paid leave, hybrid working, wellness programs, and recognition schemes

Qualifications

About you

• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, collaborate effectively, and support junior team members through mentoring, cross-training, and teamwork
• You can work efficiently under pressure, manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality results while meeting team and client expectations
• You hold, or are working towards, a relevant professional qualification such as the ICA Compliance Certificate, demonstrating your commitment to compliance and regulatory excellence
• You bring at least 3 years of experience in a Trust Company or similar fiduciary environment, with practical knowledge of Isle of Man regulations and compliance requirements
• You possess strong IT and administrative skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism when managing compliance-related activities and records

Additional Information

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.  

There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. 

Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 countries - to each achieve their potential.  Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced. 

We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success.