Compliance Manager - MGA

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee compliance functions within a dynamic MGA. The role involves advising the CEO, managing regulatory relationships, and updating compliance policies. Candidates must have proven experience in compliance within an MGA or similar firm. This position offers a salary of up to £100,000 and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Proven compliance experience within an MGA, insurer, or Lloyd’s market firm.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary compliance lead, advising the CEO and senior stakeholders.
• Oversee and update the firm’s compliance policies and procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant UK and international regulations.
• Manage regulatory relationships and oversee licensing in current and new territories.
• Lead internal audits, risk reviews, and regulatory filings.
• Provide strategic compliance input on new products, markets, and partnerships.
• Support board-level governance and reporting.
• Ensure robust conduct risk and complaints handling frameworks are in place.
• Promote a culture of compliance throughout the business.

Job description

Job Description

Compliance Manager – MGA

Location: The City, London. Hybrid

Salary: up to £100,000 + benefits

Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Exclusive Assignment with the team at IDEX Consulting.

IDEX Consulting are exclusively partnered with a specialist Managing General Agent (MGA) to find a Compliance Manager who will report directly to the CEO and take ownership of a diverse and high-impact compliance function.

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, specialist MGA with international reach. The Compliance Manager will play a key leadership role, ensuring the business operates within regulatory boundaries across multiple jurisdictions, while also shaping and embedding best-in-class compliance frameworks.

You’ll manage both advisory and policy aspects of compliance, including:

• Day-to-day governance across UK and international entities
• Oversight of regulatory obligations, licensing, and reporting
• Development and implementation of internal compliance policies and procedures
• Horizon scanning and regulatory change management
• Input into strategic decisions at board level

As the company expands globally, you will also support and advise on international licensing, cross-border governance, and the development of compliance infrastructure for overseas offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary compliance lead, advising the CEO and senior stakeholders
• Oversee and update the firm’s compliance policies and procedures
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant UK and international regulations (e.g., FCA, EIOPA, local regulatory bodies)
• Manage regulatory relationships and oversee licensing in current and new territories
• Lead internal audits, risk reviews, and regulatory filings
• Provide strategic compliance input on new products, markets, and partnerships
• Support board-level governance and reporting
• Ensure robust conduct risk and complaints handling frameworks are in place
• Promote a culture of compliance throughout the business

About You:

You will be a proactive, commercially aware compliance leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-growth environment. You should be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.

Essential:

• Proven compliance experience within an MGA, insurer, or Lloyd’s market firm