Legal and Principal Compliance Lead

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London, Greater London, England, GBR
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Fintech • Financial Services
At Capital Group, our goal is to improve people’s lives through successful investing. We start by investing in you.
The Role

“I can be myself at work.”

You are more than a job title. We want you to feel comfortable doing great work and bringing your best, authentic self to everything you do. We value your talents, traditions, and uniqueness—and we’re committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace.  

We intentionally seek diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, investing in a culture designed to celebrate differences. We believe that belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values every day: Integrity, Client Focus, Diverse Perspectives, Long-Term Thinking, and Community. 

 

“I can influence my income.” 

 

You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You’ll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses. 

 

“I can lead a full life.” 

 

You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you’re raising a family, you’re passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we’ll give you the resources that can set you up for success. 

  • Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options 

  • Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love 

  • Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones 

Role

Responsible for compliance support relating to the design, development and implementation of product governance frameworks, policies and procedures to meet product related regulatory requirements. (Serve as a subject matter expert on compliance related topics in relation to UCITS, AIFMD and MiFID II , providing direction and leadership on the below primary responsibilities.

Every person in the product compliance team supports legal, regulatory, and compliance work and is expected to work with other associates across multiple jurisdictions. The precise requirements of the role will develop over time in response to the changing needs of the business, however, we would expect the successful candidate to have the following main responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities/essential functions

  • Ensure appropriate frameworks and processes, policies and procedures are in place to meet regulatory requirements for funds and mandates.

  • Support product teams with advice and support to meet regulatory obligations in relation to the product lifecycle, this is to include governance, costs and charges, assessment of value, stress testing.

  • Ensure product related systems and controls are in place, effective and reviewed on a regular basis.

  • Support assess new product related regulations, advise on their applicability to Capital Group funds, and support the implementation of any required changes.

  • Establish and develop external networks with industry associations to gather intelligence and advise the business of relevant developments.

  • Assisting other compliance team members or other business departments with responses to product related queries or troubleshooting issues.

  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills/qualifications

  • Experience of alternative investment funds and alternative investment managers in a compliance related role. Excellent knowledge and awareness of the key regulatory regimes applicable to alternative investment managers, including AIFMD.

  • Good understanding and experience of the European and Global investment management regulatory environment.

  • Good knowledge and awareness of UCITS and MiFID II.

  • Excellent relationship and influencing skills with the ability to remain impartial and independent in your views.

  • A curious and enquiring mindset, willing to listen to the perspectives of others. Will seek to uncover real and important differences of opinion. Will challenge the status quo.

  • Strong commitment to quality, accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Effective written and oral communications skills with team members and managers.

  • Ability to prioritize work and complete in a timely manner.

  • Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team.

  • Ability to adapt to the needs of a growing business.

  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity.

  • Ability to utilize technology to enhance and automate, refine, and streamline processes.

Core requirements:

  • Degree / 10+ years of asset management compliance experience.

  • Able to speak, draft and work in English; second language a preference.

“I can apply in less than 4 minutes.”  

  

You’ve reviewed this job posting and you’re ready to start the candidate journey with us. Apply now to move to the next step in our recruiting process. If this role isn’t what you’re looking for, check out our other opportunities and join our talent community.  

  

“I can learn more about Capital Group.”  

 

At Capital Group, the success of the people who invest with us depends on the people in whom we invest. That’s why we offer a culture, compensation and opportunities that empower our associates to build successful and prosperous careers. Through nine decades, our goal has been to improve people’s lives through successful investing. We know that our history is a testament to the strength of the people we hire. More than 9,000 associates in 30+ offices around the world help our clients and each other grow and thrive every day. Find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Glassdoor.‎ 

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In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital’s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.

You can learn more about our compensation and benefits here.

* Temporary positions in the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.


We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Capital Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Capital Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Capital Group.

  • Retirement Support Retirement support stands out through an employer-funded contribution equal to about 15% of eligible compensation, adding meaningful long-term value to total rewards. A vesting schedule is referenced, but the core retirement benefit is positioned as unusually rich and frequently highlighted as a differentiator.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Incentives are structured around two annual bonuses—one tied to individual performance and another linked to company profitability—creating a predictable bonus framework. In certain senior investment roles, bonus opportunity can be very high relative to base pay, reinforcing the upside for top performers.
  • Inclusive Benefits Coverage Inclusive coverage is emphasized through fertility benefits (including IVF and egg freezing), pregnancy and menopause support, and adoption/surrogacy assistance. These benefits broaden applicability across different life stages and family-building paths.

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HQ: Los Angeles, CA
8,820 Employees
Year Founded: 1931

What We Do

Capital Group is one of the largest and most trusted financial companies in the world, with the goal of improving people's lives through successful investing. A career at Capital Group means having countless opportunities to explore, grow and succeed.

Why Work With Us

Capital Group has been in business for 91 years, which means that our investment professionals have 91 years of proprietary data at their fingertips.

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