About Us
Who Are We?
Welcome to STJ – your trusted partner in Regulatory Consultancy and Specialist Recruitment for the financial services industry, with bases in the UK and Dubai.
We’re not just consultants or recruiters – we’re your strategic sidekicks. With over 30 years of industry experience, our team blends deep sector knowledge with commercial know-how, helping businesses navigate complexity and professionals build careers with purpose.
At STJ, we do more than tick boxes. We deliver tailored, practical solutions across Compliance, Risk, Financial Crime, Data Protection, and Regulatory Recruitment – all designed to help your business grow, stay on track with regulation, and attract top-tier talent.
Our Mission
Simple: to be the go-to growth partner for financial services firms.
We empower businesses to tackle regulatory challenges head-on, find the right people, and stay one step ahead in a rapidly evolving sector. Whether you're scaling, transforming, or just trying to keep the wheels on – STJ is here to help you thrive.
What Set Us Apart
Expertise
Our people comprise of seasoned professionals with extensive experience across various sectors of the financial services industry. We have the knowledge and insights to deliver unparalleled results.
Tailored Solutions
We understand that every client and candidate is unique. That's why we take a personalised approach to every project, crafting bespoke solutions that align with your specific needs, goals, and values.
Industry Insight
Keeping pace with the latest change, trends and developments in financial services is essential. With our finger on the pulse of the industry, we offer informed guidance and strategic advice that helps our clients stay ahead of the curve.
Commitment to Excellence
Excellence is not just a goal – it's our standard. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, exceeding expectations, and earning the trust and confidence of our clients and candidates.
Why STJ?
Because you deserve more than a generic solution.
At STJ, we combine real-world industry experience with a no-nonsense, commercially savvy approach. We've sat in the roles you’re trying to fill, and we’ve solved the problems you’re facing – so we know what works, what doesn’t, and how to get you moving fast.
Whether you need expert consultancy to navigate regulatory change, specialist support on a complex project, help finding the right people to strengthen your team (permanent or temporary), or ongoing partnership through a retained service model – we bring clarity, confidence, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.
With bases in the UK and Dubai, we support clients across jurisdictions and scale, from niche boutiques to global players. We’re proud to be small enough to care, big enough to deliver, and trusted enough to be brought back time and again.
Get in Touch
Are you ready to elevate your business or career to new heights? Contact STJ today to discover how we can help you achieve your goals.