RSM UK Deal Services
Financial Services, Regulatory Senior Consultant
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Financial Services, Regulatory Senior Consultant
About the Role: Senior Consultant – Regulatory Practice (Financial Services) at RSM UK
At RSM, a leading global network of audit, tax, and consulting firms, we empower middle-market businesses with big ideas and premium service. As one of the fastest-growing firms with a mission to become the premium adviser to the middle market globally, we’re looking for ambitious, strategic professionals like you to make an impact and build a future within our consulting team.
As a Senior Consultant within the Regulatory Practice of Financial Services, you’ll support clients in maintaining compliance and managing risk in alignment with regulatory requirements while shaping the future growth of our business. You’ll work closely with management, contribute to business development, and mentor junior staff—combining expertise with people leadership.
The Opportunity & Our Vision
At RSM, we deliver six core consulting solutions: business transformation, forensic services, deal advisory, restructuring, finance function support, and risk & governance. Our collaborative team provides data-driven insights, high-quality execution, and value-added assurance to help clients:
✅ Grow sustainably through global expansion. ✅ Manage risk with strategic governance. ✅ Capitalise on opportunities, from M&A to private equity investments. ✅ Future-proof their businesses with tailored regulatory and compliance guidance.
We’re expanding rapidly, with plans to: ➢ Strengthen our six core solutions. ➢ Grow our team of expert consultants (amid digital-first transformation). ➢ Enhance global capabilities and client relationships.
Now is an exciting time to join our high-impact team and help define the premium consulting experience for middle-market businesses.
Key Responsibilities
You will make a meaningful impact by:
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Client Engagement Lifecycle Management
- Overseeing compliance and regulatory risk throughout the project journey, from initiation to delivery.
- Supporting proposals and tenders to secure new business opportunities.
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Brand & Market Development
- Driving market research and thought leadership to refine go-to-market strategies.
- Collaborating on product innovation and expanding our consulting propositions.
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Operationalise Client Relationships
- Partnering with engagement managers to deliver client engagements:
- Conducting regulatory horizon scanning (e.g., Consumer Duty, FCA Handbook updates).
- Acting as a client advocate and network builder while ambassadising our brand.
- Acting as a subject-matter expert in:
- Structured document reviews and gap analysis.
- Client interviews, process walkthroughs, and risk assessments.
- Partnering with engagement managers to deliver client engagements:
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Quality & Delivery Leadership
- Developing detailed recommendations and drafting regulatory-compliance narratives.
- Ensuring high-quality assurance through peer reviews and adherence to professional standards.
- Mentoring junior team members to align with organisational growth goals.
What We’re Looking For
We thrive on diverse perspectives and are particularly seeking candidates who:
🔹 Complement our culture of impact—do you delight in spotting inefficiencies and driving continuous improvement?
You will brings strong FCA & regulatory compliance experience, ideally within UK financial services, with the following focus:
Core Knowledge & Skills: ✔ Deep insight into FCA regulatory frameworks, including:
- SYSC, PRIN (incl. Mandatory Consumer Duty), COBS, ICOBS, CONC, and financial crime (e.g., ML/TF, Bribery Act).
- Practical application and research of Handbook rules, plus interpretation of supervisory guidance.
✔ Prior consultancy/compliance experience in:
- Delivering well-structured deliverables (e.g., remedies programmes, readiness assessments).
- Managing deadtines, workloads, and multi-stakeholder environments.
- Conducting thematic reviews, horizon scanning, and compliance documentation (e.g., policies, trainings).
✔ Curiosity & analytical skills to:
- Translate complex regulations into clear recommendations.
- Stay ahead of FCA priorities (e.g., S寺RED, anti-fraud measures).
- Collaborate with senior teams to design practical compliance solutions.
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Character & Attitude Attributes: ✔ A calm, adaptive approach to fast-paced, multi-task environments. ✔ Customer-focused communication—confidence in stakeholder engagement and professional document design. ✔ Demonstrated track record of value-adding solutions & driving positive change.
Requirements
- Professional fluency in FCA Handbook requirements (ideally UK FS sector).
- Experience in compliance or consultancy (regulatory, banking, insurance, treasury backgrounds ideal).
- Structured analytical mind—proven ability to interpret regulations and propose actionable improvements.
- Travel readiness: Ability to visit client sites (limited to <90 mins commute).
What You’ll Gain
At RSM, we’re invested in your future. Our employer benefits programme reflects our belief that people power growth—here’s how we unlock your potential:
🌍 Flexible Hybrid Work 📅 26 Paid Holiday Days (plus extra days available for purchase). 💡 300+ On-Demand Learning Courses via our talent development team. ⚙️ Business Continuum: Access to MI dashboards. 💸 Financial & Health Benefits
- Pro bono financial wellness coaching, electronic car scheme subscriptions.
- Trageted wellbeing tools, including virtual GP access. 👥 Diversity Commitment
- A TVPRs cultural audit and parity initiatives to foster belonging.
- Recognising that diverse perspectives create the innovative solutions our clients need.
Why Join RSM Today?
🚀 Build a long-term career within a scales-as-you-grow company with real influence. 🤝 Shape a premium consulting experience at the intersection of people, insight, and innovation. 🌐 International growth opportunities as we invest in client-centric solutions globally.
If you’re passionate about compliance and excited by scalable impact, this is the opportunity to elevate your career—and help define ours. Come as you are, leave with a stronger vision for how you make the market work for everyone’s benefit. We’re looking forward to you.
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