Leela Regulatory Solutions
Junior Onboarding Analyst | Leela Partners
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Job Title: Junior Onboarding Analyst
Location: Central London / SW London, 3 days per week in office, 2 days from home
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 per annum
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About us
Leela Partners is a trading name of Leela Regulatory Solutions (LRS), an FCA-authorised principal firm providing regulatory hosting, compliance oversight services, and strategic regulatory support to appointed representatives (ARs), investment managers, and corporate finance businesses operating across financial services.
We work closely with emerging venture capital and private equity managers, corporate financiers, and entrepreneurial firms - supporting them from initial regulatory structuring and permissions through to ongoing operational and compliance oversight.
As a growing business operating within a fast-moving part of the private markets’ ecosystem, we combine deep regulatory expertise with a highly practical and commercial approach. We move quickly, think entrepreneurially, and give every team member genuine ownership and exposure from day one.
This is a rare opportunity to join a small, ambitious team at an exciting stage of growth, where your contributions will have visible impact and where you will gain exposure to the full breadth of a regulated principal firm operating at the intersection of private markets, venture capital, and financial services.
The opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented junior onboarding analyst to join our growing team and play a key role in supporting our appointed representatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate, school leaver, or someone in the early stages of their financial services career who is looking to gain exposure to AML, KYC, KYB, and end-to-end client onboarding within a fast-growing FCA-authorised business.
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Working closely with experienced colleagues across Compliance and Sales, you will support the onboarding of new appointed representatives and help us deliver a high-quality, efficient, and well-controlled onboarding experience.
You will also support ongoing KYC/KYB refreshes and due diligence activities across our existing AR population.
As a growing business, we offer the opportunity to develop quickly and build a career alongside an ambitious team operating at the heart of the UK's private markets ecosystem.
Key responsibilities
- Onboarding of new ARs including due diligence checks, documentation review, and system set-up.
- Support the preparation and submission of AR applications to the FCA.
- Support the refresh and monitoring of AR due diligence to ensure compliance with FCA requirements and internal policies.
- Complete annual DBS and credit check refreshes on all approved persons.
- Refresh KYB where required as part of ongoing monitoring.
- Conduct file reviews of new and existing client KYC and KYB files.
- Help identify and escalate potential compliance issues or breaches, working with senior colleagues to resolve them.
- Keep up to date with relevant FCA rules, guidance, and industry developments.
- Maintain and update internal databases, trackers, and process documentation.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and procedures as the firm scales.
What we are looking for
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
- High attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- A genuine interest in financial services, regulation, and private markets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to take initiative and learn.
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Desirable
- A strong academic background, ideally in finance, economics, law, business, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience in financial services, compliance, KYC/KYB, client onboarding, or another regulated environment, including internships, placements, or part-time roles.
- Familiarity with FCA regulations, the Appointed Representative regime, or the principal firm models.
- Experience with CRM systems, compliance monitoring tools, or workflow management systems.
Previous financial services experience is not essential. We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine desire to build a career within financial services and regulation.
What we offer
- Genuine breadth of exposure - you will gain hands-on experience across compliance, operations, and risk management within a regulated principal firm.
- A collaborative, close-knit team where your ideas are valued, your voice is heard, and your work has a visible impact.
- Direct access to, and mentorship from, experienced professionals in the sector.
- The chance to build your career alongside an ambitious and entrepreneurial team operating at the heart of the UK's private markets ecosystem.
How to Apply
If you are looking for a role where you can develop a broad range of skills, take on meaningful responsibility from an early stage, build your career, and help shape something from the ground up, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role and why you believe you would be a great fit for Leela Partners.
Applications should be sent to: operations@leelapartners.com
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