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Requisition ID: 48420 Business Unit: Fitch Group Category: Legal & Compliance Location: Manchester, GB Date Posted: Jul 21, 2025 As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Groups culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the worlds top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Fitch Ratings Global Compliance Group is currently seeking a Compliance Associate Director based out of our Manchester office. As a member of the Compliance Testing team, the Compliance Testing Associate Director is responsible for executing compliance testing activities across Fitch Ratings on a global basis. The role involves performing regular file reviews, plus thematic and targeted reviews designed to assess compliance with regulation and internal policies. The position will report to the Head of Compliance Testing who is based in London.

How Youll Make An Impact

• Lead reviews as/when required by the Head of Compliance Testing.
• Complete review planning and scoping; taking into consideration regulatory and policy requirements, existing issues, and risk management information, as appropriate.
• Design and undertake testing, recording testing activity and investigating findings.
• Lead meetings and communicate succinctly with senior stakeholders.
• Draft and issue well written, informative and impactful final reports to the business.
• Work with issue owners to agree mitigating action and track the closure of issues to completion.
• Develop a positive and professional relationship with operational teams.
• Liaise closely with other risk management functions, including Compliance and Internal Audit.
• Promote understanding across Fitch Ratings of key compliance requirements.
  
  

• Batchelors degree.
• Proven track record of executing compliance testing and monitoring activities in a regulated financial institution or credit rating agency.
• Good understanding of risk management frameworks, risks and controls, and the three lines of defence model.
• Strong investigative skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative approach to solving problems and working with others.
• Self-motivated, adept at time management and the prioritisation of competing priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and escalate potential issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

• Knowledge of credit ratings and credit rating agency regulation.
• Background in continuous monitoring and a history of embracing new technology.
• Familiarity with MetricStream GRC platform.
  
  

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning, financial wellness and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that prioritize a healthy body & mind
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-first policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and support for community engagement initiatives
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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