Business Assurance Business Partner - Specialty

Endsleigh Insurance Services Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance firm is seeking a Business Assurance Business Partner to support the Business Assurance Manager. This role involves overseeing file audits, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong compliance knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach. Join a collaborative team dedicated to continuous improvement and delivering impactful results while fostering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Background in compliance, monitoring or audit within insurance or financial services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to influence and secure buy-in for recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Business Assurance file audits for Specialty divisions.
• Manage assigned projects and contribute to wider BA initiatives.
• Prepare and circulate reports and committee packs, highlighting risks and priorities.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Regulatory understanding

Analytical skills

Project management

Microsoft Office skills

Job description

Business Assurance Business Partner - Specialty

Home – UK – England | Full time | Posted Today | End Date: January 30, 2026 | Job requisition id: R0015168

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no‑limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 23,000 employees spanning over 56 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like‑minded people driving change at Howden.

The Role

As a Business Assurance Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in supporting the Business Assurance Manager and Head of Business Assurance in maintaining the first‑line review framework for Howden Specialty. This role involves working closely with the audit team to ensure objectives are delivered. It also includes serving as a point of contact for the business and supervising audit findings. You’ll lead on specific projects and reviews, evaluating business processes in relation to policies, procedures, and controls, and providing actionable recommendations. This is a multifaceted role that combines technical oversight, stakeholder engagement, and promoting best practice across the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Oversee Business Assurance file audits for Specialty divisions.
• Act as a liaison for Business Assurance matters within operating entities.
• Manage assigned projects and contribute to wider BA initiatives.
• Review business processes against policies and controls, providing recommendations.
• Chair and report for the monthly Business Assurance Specialty Committee.
• Prepare and circulate reports and committee packs, highlighting risks and priorities.
• Track remedial actions and provide progress updates to senior management.
• Respond to queries from the offshore audit team and the business.
• Promote best practice and mentor staff where required.>
• Stay informed on regulatory and legal changes impacting the role.

Who We’re Looking For

• Background in compliance, monitoring or audit within insurance or financial services.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Broad knowledge of insurance principles, products and services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and project management ability.
• Ability to influence and secure buy‑in for recommendations.
• Highly organised with strong time management and prioritisation skills.
• Proactive, consultative approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage conflict optimally.

Qualifications

• No specific formal qualification required, but experience in compliance, audit or business assurance is essential.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations within insurance/reinsurance broking.
• Familiarity with governance frameworks and risk‑based assurance practices is desirable.

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new. We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges. We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.

Reasonable Adjustments

We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Beyond the usual adjustments such as software, IT and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working. If you’re excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist you with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

Permanent.