IT Compliance Manager

AXA UK; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is seeking an IT Compliance Manager in London. The role emphasizes ensuring SOX compliance through detailed assessments and collaboration across teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge, experience in compliance roles, and the ability to drive improvements in IT controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field is required.
• 3+ years experience in SOX IT auditing or compliance.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and ensure IT controls meet SOX compliance.
• Collaborate with teams to identify gaps and implement improvements.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and IT best practices.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

Fidelis Insurance Group (“Fidelis IG” or “FIG”) is a specialist insurer and reinsurer headquartered in Bermuda with offices in London and Dublin. The firm is led by Chief Executive Officer Dan Burrows. Fidelis IG has a financial strength rating of A (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company, Inc. and A- by Standard and Poor’s.

The Role

As the IT Compliance Manager, you will play a key role in assessing, testing, gathering attestation information, monitoring process and ensuring that our IT controls meet the requirements for SOX compliance. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to provide advisory services, identify gaps, recommend improvements, and help implement solutions that mitigate risks and improve overall control effectiveness.

Key Accountabilities

• Set IT compliance function within the IG in readiness for migrating applications and the associated controls into the IG
• Perform detailed assessment and evaluation of IT controls for SOX compliance, focusing on areas such as access controls, change management, system development, and data integrity.
• Provide feedback to control owners around internal controls, assessments, remediation, and documentation
• Collaborate with internal audit teams and other stakeholders to gather evidence required for audits of IT internal controls and key operational process and ensure SOX compliance requirements are met.
• Identify potential risks and assist in developing strategies for mitigating those risks.
• Maintain and update the IT scoping and risk assessments, including maintaining the internal IT controls, procedures, and documentation
• Assist in the development of testing plans, procedures, and scripts to assess the design and operational effectiveness of IT controls.
• Provide guidance on remediation efforts for identified deficiencies and assist with implementing corrective actions.
• Improve IT Controls and Process documentation (i.e., work with process owners to refine risk control matrix, improve process flows, refine / develop test procedures, propose control language and associated risks etc.)
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in IT controls and SOX compliance.
• Assist with the quarterly IT Controls certification process with business process owners, aligning with reporting timelines

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting or a related field, with a preference for Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or CPA.
• At least 3 years of experience in SOX IT auditing, compliance or a similar role, with hands-on experience in testing IT systems, applications, and security controls.
• Strong understanding of SOX compliance requirements and IT general controls (ITGCs).
• Excellent knowledge of a wide range of technology (infrastructure, applications, networking, cyber security, IT governance).
• Familiarity with IT control frameworks such as COBIT, NIST or ISO 27001.
• Experience with auditing tools and techniques, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint, Access.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
• Ability to work independently, in a fast-paced environment manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.

Other

Our culture is based on respect and on doing the right thing for our colleagues, customers, investors and the Earth. We actively avoid trading with industries that cause harm to people, the environment and animals. We provide development opportunities to our employees, taking action to advance diversity and inclusion, being environmentally responsible, and volunteering for and supporting charitable activities in our communities and worldwide.

Our culture is defined by our principles. It is the foundation of who we are and the core of everything we do.

• Outperformance: A single-minded focus on underwriting results; agile in the face of opportunity.
• Innovative: We are proud to be different and will analyze every book of business with data driven capability and underwriting flair.
• Inclusive: Our business is about treating people well while doing the right thing. We want a speak-up culture with open communication, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or background, allowing everyone to be themselves.
• Versatile: We champion individuals for their ideas, encouraging them to operate freely and rewarding them for their output.
• Smart: We focus on productivity not activity.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Our vision is for a workplace culture where differences are valued and where diversity of background, experience and thought are welcomed. We want to create an environment where all employees, regardless of who they are, are given equal opportunities for career progression and enjoy fair reward from their and Fidelis Insurance Group’ successes. This will be driven by a workforce that embraces Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at every level, in every department across Fidelis Insurance Group.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. To ensure that all candidates have a fair opportunity to show their abilities during the recruitment process, adjustments may be required. If your physical or mental health or disability may necessitate an adjustment, please [e-mail] discuss. All information relating to your health or disability will be treated in accordance with our data protection policy.

Apply by 11/07/2025