Location: Central London
Working pattern: Part-time, on-site, 2–3 days per week
Team: Compliance & Legal
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Bayforest is seeking a Part-Time Compliance Officer to join our multi-strategy systematic investment management business in Central London.
This is a broad, hands-on role within a collaborative and fast-moving environment. The successful candidate will work closely with investment, operations, legal, risk, and senior management teams, supporting the firm’s day-to-day compliance framework across multiple investment strategies and jurisdictions.
The role will help ensure ongoing adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and filing obligations, including those relating to the FCA, NFA, and SEC, while contributing to the continued
development of the firm’s compliance function. The candidate will have the support of the COO, automation support from engineering team and well known third party compliance firm.
Key responsibilities include:
• Supporting the ongoing monitoring and enhancement of the firm’s compliance framework, policies, and procedures.
• Assisting with the delivery of the Compliance Monitoring Programme and thematic reviews.
• Monitoring trading activity and investment processes against regulatory requirements, fund restrictions, and internal controls.
• Conducting surveillance across areas including market abuse, personal account dealing, communications monitoring, and conflicts of interest.
• Supporting regulatory filings and reporting obligations, including FCA, NFA, and SEC submissions.
• Providing practical compliance guidance to investment professionals and wider business teams.
• Supporting onboarding and due diligence processes for counterparties, brokers, vendors, and service providers.
• Maintaining and reviewing compliance registers, including gifts and entertainment, conflicts, and insider lists.
• Reviewing marketing materials and financial promotions.
• Assisting with the preparation and delivery of compliance training.
• Supporting regulatory examinations, audits, and investor due diligence requests.
• Contributing to regulatory change projects, process improvements, and wider compliance initiatives.
• Keeping up to date with relevant regulatory developments.
Candidate profile:
• 4+ years of compliance experience within an investment management firm, hedge fund, or asset manager.
• Strong understanding of the UK regulatory environment, including FCA rules and market abuse regulations.
• Familiarity with NFA and SEC requirements.
• Experience supporting front-office investment activity and trade surveillance processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence working independently.
• Collaborative, pragmatic approach with strong communication skills.
• Comfortable operating in a lean team where responsibilities are broad and hands-on.
• Undergraduate degree or relevant professional qualification preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional looking for a part-time role with meaningful exposure across an investment management business.
If you believe you have the skills and experience to
contribute to Bayforest’s continued success, we would be pleased to hear from you.
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