Compliance Manager

IDEX Consulting Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is looking for a Business Director in Global Legal, Risk & Compliance. This mid-senior level role involves managing the Regulatory Compliance Framework and supporting regulatory advice across the business. Candidates should have proven compliance experience in the London Market and strong communication skills. The position offers a flexible engagement model with opportunities for significant professional exposure.

Qualifications

• Proven compliance experience within the London Market, ideally with a Lloyd’s syndicate.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to advise the business.
• People management or mentoring experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate the Regulatory Compliance Framework across the business.
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments and review policies and procedures.
• Provide compliance support to the business, including regulatory advice.

Skills

Compliance experience in the London Market

Strong generalist compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

Experience with sanctions and licensing

Education

Relevant professional qualifications

Strong academic background

Tools

MS Word

SharePoint

Job description

Business Director - Global Legal, Risk and Compliance

Location: London

Contract: Permanent or 6‑month contract (day rate or fixed‑term, 4 days a week)

This role operates as a generalist compliance manager for a London Market insurance carrier. Reporting directly to the Head of Compliance, the incumbent is the number‑two in the function, covering sanctions, licensing, regulatory risk, compliance framework, and other wide responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and operate the Regulatory Compliance Framework across the business
• Conduct regulatory risk assessments and review policies and procedures
• Develop and deliver the annual Compliance Monitoring Plan and Compliance Training Plan
• Provide compliance support to the business, including regulatory advice and interpretation
• Oversee broker onboarding, due diligence and ongoing monitoring
• Manage complaints reporting and support sanctions screening and reviews
• Support licensing activities and regulatory filings as required
• Assist with Lloyd’s Oversight Principles self‑assessments and wider compliance projects
• Act as a key deputy to the Head of Compliance, supporting day‑to‑day leadership of the function

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven compliance experience within the London Market, ideally with a Lloyd’s syndicate, MGA or insurance carrier
• Lloyd’s of London market experience is essential
• Background in an insurer, MGA or carrier environment is strongly preferred (not broking)
• Strong generalist compliance knowledge across conduct, regulatory compliance and financial crime
• Experience with sanctions and licensing highly desirable
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating closely with senior stakeholders
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to advise the business
• Relevant professional qualifications and a strong academic background
• People management or mentoring experience desirable but not essential
• Solid MS Word skills; SharePoint experience is an advantage

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work closely with a Head of Compliance in a senior, visible role
• Exposure to a wide range of Lloyd’s and London Market regulatory matters
• Flexible engagement model: contract or permanent
• Well‑rounded role suited to an experienced compliance professional looking for breadth and responsibility

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Insurance