EMEA Regulatory Compensation Lead (Fintech)

TL;DR

EMEA Regulatory Compensation Lead (Fintech): Leading the design, governance, and regulatory oversight of compensation frameworks across EMEA with an accent on compliance with complex directives like UCITS V, AIFMD, and MIFIDPRU. Focus on acting as a subject matter expert for senior stakeholders and Boards while harmonizing regulatory expectations across multiple jurisdictions.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Henley-on-Thames, UK. The role follows a hybrid workplace model requiring at least four days per week in the office.

Company

hirify.global is a leading independent global investment firm dedicated to delivering diverse investment strategies and vehicles to clients worldwide.

What you will do

• Interpret and operationalize complex EMEA remuneration regulations into practical compensation frameworks.
• Oversee Material Risk Taker (MRT) identification and the application of deferral, malus, and clawback rules.
• Lead end-to-end regulatory remuneration disclosures and ensure audit readiness.
• Provide expert advice to senior management and Boards, acting as Secretary to the EMEA Compensation Committee.
• Monitor regulatory horizon scanning and conduct gap analyses to update compensation policies.
• Coordinate annual equal pay reviews and gender pay gap reporting across the EMEA footprint.

Requirements

• Significant experience in EMEA financial services remuneration regulation within asset management or banking.
• Deep technical expertise in UCITS V, AIFMD, MIFIDPRU, and CRD.
• Proven track record of interacting with regulators, audit functions, or governance committees.
• Experience operating across multiple EMEA jurisdictions with differing regulatory expectations.
• Ability to translate complex regulatory text into practical compensation design.
• Must be able to comply with the firm's hybrid workplace model (4 days/week in office).

Culture & Benefits

• Company-provided healthcare and life insurance.
• Generous annual leave allowance and pension provisions.
• Flexible working options with a focus on hybrid collaboration.
• Enhanced parental leave and income protection.
• Support for volunteering days and commitment to ESG investing.