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Risk & Compliance Manager

QBE

Greater London

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Risk and Compliance Manager in London. The role involves overseeing the implementation of risk management strategies and providing expert advice to senior leadership. As part of a team committed to high compliance standards, successful candidates will have extensive experience in risk frameworks, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive change. This position promises a supportive environment with a focus on personal and professional development.

Benefits

Wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working options

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

Extensive understanding of risk, compliance and governance frameworks.
Knowledge of the Bermuda regulatory regime and its application within reinsurance.
Experience working within the 3 lines of defence model.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and expert advice on key risks and compliance matters.
Partner with QBE Capital business leaders to implement risk strategies.
Conduct deep-dives and assurance reviews across QBE’s Material Risk Classes.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Business Management

Commercial Acumen

Critical Thinking

Detail‑Oriented

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

Influencing Others

Intentional Collaboration

Managing Performance

Process Improvements

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Risk Mitigation Strategies

Risk Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Primary Details

Time Type : Full time

Worker Type : Employee

Line 2 Risk and Compliance Manager providing independent oversight and challenge of and support to QBEs Bermuda based entities : QBE Capital Limited and QBE Capital (Global) Limited. Reporting to the Head of Risk and Compliance - QBE Capital the role holder will play a critical role in the implementation of QBEs Risk Management Strategy and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework. Remit will include core Line 2 ERM Compliance Management and Regulatory Affairs and Change Management responsibilities requiring interaction with a breadth of senior stakeholders.

Risk & Compliance Manager

London Full-Time

As QBE Capital continues to evolve in support of QBEs strategic priorities we’re offering an exciting opportunity within our Risk & Compliance function. This is a chance to influence strategic decision making, interface with senior stakeholders and strengthen our risk culture and ensure we meet the highest standards of compliance and regulatory integrity.

If you're a confident professional with a strong background in risk management and compliance and you thrive in an environment where you can drive meaningful change please apply!

Your New Role

Within this role you’ll partner with QBE Capital’s leadership, provide oversight and offer expert advice on key risks, compliance and regulatory matters. You’ll model our QBE DNA (values) to drive continuous improvement in risk maturity and champion a transparent positive risk and compliance culture that strengthens QBE Capital’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with QBE Capital business leaders and employees to effectively implement QBE’s Risk Management Strategy and Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
Provide independent oversight and challenge on the efficacy of Line 1 risk management practices and processes, identifying deficiencies and driving resolution.
Conduct Deep‑dives, targeted assurance reviews and advisory exercises across each of QBE’s Material Risk Classes and QBE Capital’s Top Risks.
Provide dedicated Line 2 support and counsel to QBE Capital’s London‑based senior leadership.
Interact with senior stakeholders, including Non‑Executive Directors and the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA).
Identify opportunities that support and strengthen QBE Capital’s role as the Group’s principal exposure and capital management vehicle and QBE’s strategic objectives.
Continually enhance the company’s risk management maturity by critically evaluating application of core ERM and Compliance framework components as a Class 4 Insurer.
Coordinate key risk‑related regulatory filings as part of annual submission to the BMA.

About You

Extensive understanding of risk, compliance and governance frameworks within a Risk and/or Compliance role.

Knowledge of the Bermuda regulatory regime and its application within reinsurance.

Experience working within the 3 lines of defence model particularly in assurance or oversight functions.

Familiarity with reinsurance and risk transfer mechanisms and related financial concepts such as exposure management, capital adequacy and actuarial principles.

Demonstrated capability in change management and stakeholder engagement driving initiatives that enhance compliance culture.

Strong communication and presentation skills able to influence and articulate complex risk issues to senior stakeholders.

Why QBE At My Best

At QBE we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that’s why we have created At My Best. It’s our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offers flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It’s in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA.

We’re an international insurer building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what’s around the corner but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future, helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.

QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation.

With more than 13000 people working across 27 countries we’re big enough to make a real impact but small enough to provide a friendly workplace where people are down‑to‑earth, passionate and kind.

At My Best – QBE Benefits

You are more than your work and QBE is more than a workplace which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. We offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!

QBE Awards

Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025 – Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year
Reinsurer of the Year – QBE Re – Winner
ESG Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year – Winner
Insurance Personality of the Year – Chris Wallace Executive Director UK insurance – Winner
AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 – Winner: Network Management of the Year
Insurance Business UK 5‑Star Cyber Awards 2024 – QBE rated as a 5‑Star Cyber Insurer
UK IT Industry Awards 2023 – Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year
Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 – Winner: Parental Policies Award
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023 – QBE rated as a 5‑Star Employee

Inclusion of Diversity

We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page.

Accessibility

Here at QBE we are promoting an accessible workplace for all which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware.

ESG & Sustainability

At QBE we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net‑zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce and partnering for growth through innovative sustainable and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBEs sustainability targets including our net‑zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets and our award‑winning impact investment initiative Premiums4Good please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report.

What next

We believe this is our moment; we believe what if it was yours too.

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