Compliance Administrator

About the role

Wise May Ltd are seeking a Compliance Administrator to support a busy accountancy firm in the City of London. The role is a 12‑month fixed‑term position, initially office‑based and then hybrid, providing essential administrative and compliance support across client onboarding and internal processes.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative assistance to the Compliance team to improve efficiency.
• Arrange and schedule meetings, including booking rooms.
• Conduct compliance checks such as Companies House searches, PEP and sanctions screenings.
• Support the client onboarding process and manage digital onboarding systems.
• Collect and analyse data from multiple sources and update documentation as required.
• Deliver ad‑hoc project support to the wider team.
• Monitor deadlines and escalate issues when necessary.

Required profile

• Previous administrative experience, preferably within professional services or an accountancy environment.
• Strong analytical ability with clear data interpretation and communication.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Proactive communication style and a team‑focused attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office

What we offer

• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension contribution.
• Season ticket loans and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free eye test and contribution towards glasses for computer use.