Jess Payne

Graduate Trainee Compliance Officer

About Jess

After graduating from Oxford Brookes University in Business and Finance, I joined BPI in October 2025. I support the team in making sure we meet regulatory requirements and maintain high professional standards.

My role involves assisting with compliance monitoring, reviewing advice files, keeping up to date with regulatory changes, and helping ensure our processes align with FCA expectations. I work closely with advisers and colleagues across the business to promote good practice and a strong culture of ethical advice.

Alongside my role, I’m halfway through completing the CII Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning, which is strengthening my technical knowledge and understanding of the regulatory landscape. I’m passionate about building a career in financial services and contributing to a compliance function that supports both advisers and clients with integrity and professionalism.

Outside of work

Outside of work, you can find me either relaxing at home or enjoying the outdoors.

One of my favourite ways to spend a weekend is café-hopping with friends, followed by a walk in the park.

 

Spotlight questions

On an ideal weekend, you can find me:

Having a drink with my friends

My favourite holiday destination is:

Greece, but anywhere sunny!

My favourite song to play in the car is:

Too many to choose from! My Spotify DJ picks for me

The first album I bought was:

Red – Taylor Swift

If I could be any fictional character, I would be:

Spiderman

If I could turn any activity into an Olympic sport, I would win a medal in:

Napping

When the dessert menu arrives, I’m looking for:

Anything chocolatey

The three qualities that draw me to new people are:

Positive, light-hearted, kind

My pet peeve is:

People chewing

The best gift I’ve ever received is:

My kitten, Teddy

The three people at my dream dinner party would be:

David Attenborough, Alison Hammond, Taylor Swift

The three small things that make my day better are:

A green tea, cuddles with my cat, and a sweet treat in the afternoon

Three things I haven’t done so far include:

Visited Lapland, mastered my cooking skills, seen dolphins in the wild
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