Governance & Compliance Manager – 3‑Month Fixed‑Term (Financial Services)

About the role

Delta Capita is seeking an experienced Governance & Compliance Manager to support a major Financial Services client on a three‑month fixed‑term contract, with the possibility of extension. The role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on delivery, providing specialist compliance governance, policy management and regulatory support in a client‑facing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide interim leadership across Financial Services Compliance governance and policy activity.
• Lead the operation, enhancement and ongoing maintenance of the Financial Services Compliance Policy and Governance Framework.
• Drive policy review, development and implementation programmes to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and business objectives.
• Interpret and translate regulatory developments into practical business requirements and actionable compliance guidance.
• Support governance committees, forums and reporting processes, ensuring effective oversight and escalation of compliance matters.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing practical Second Line guidance, support and constructive challenge.
• Partner with business and functional leaders to strengthen compliance culture, governance standards and risk awareness across the organisation.
• Support regulatory engagements, internal reviews and governance‑related change initiatives as required.

Required profile

• Significant experience in Compliance Governance, Risk or Regulatory Compliance within Financial Services.
• Proven experience operating within a Second Line Compliance function.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, policy management and regulatory change.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in interim or transformation‑focused environments.
• Comfortable operating both strategically and at a detailed execution level.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence and challenge senior leaders.