Head of Compliance

IPS Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Specialty Insurer in London is seeking a Head of Compliance to lead compliance activities, ensure adherence to regulatory standards, and embed a compliance culture across operations. Candidates should have senior compliance experience within the insurance market and a strong understanding of FCA and PRA frameworks. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior compliance role within the London insurance market.
• Strong understanding of FCA, PRA, and Lloyd’s regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all compliance activities across the business.
• Lead regulatory workstreams for Lloyd’s Managing Agency.
• Act as primary liaison with PRA, FCA, and Lloyd’s.
• Lead the compliance function across market operations.
• Provide expert regulatory advice to business leaders.
• Design and maintain Compliance Monitoring Plan.
• Ensure compliance with Conduct Risk and Consumer Duty.
• Embed compliance into all operational processes.
• Represent the business at industry forums.

Skills

Senior compliance experience

Understanding of regulatory frameworks

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

A leading Specialty Insurer within the London Insurance market is seeking a Head of Compliance to lead the design & implementation of its compliance framework.

Purpose of the Role

• The Head of Compliance will oversee all compliance activity across the business, ensuring adherence to FCA, PRA, and Lloyd’s standards.
• Working closely with senior management, this individual will play a key role in embedding a strong compliance culture and ensuring the business maintains effective systems and controls aligned to regulatory expectations.

Duties

• Lead regulatory workstreams associated with establishing a Lloyd’s Managing Agency.
• Act as the primary liaison with the PRA, FCA, and Lloyd’s for all related
• Lead the compliance function across all Lloyd’s and company market operations.
• Provide expert advice to business leaders on regulatory matters and emerging risks.
• Design and maintain a Compliance Monitoring Plan and training framework.
• Ensure compliance with Conduct Risk and Consumer Duty requirements.
• Partner with Underwriting, Operations, Finance, and IT to embed compliance into all operational processes.
• Represent the business at industry forums and maintain strong relationships with market regulators.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a senior compliance role within the London insurance market.
• Strong understanding of FCA, PRA, and Lloyd’s regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.