Senior Compliance Manager

AXA; Redhill; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance and financial services provider is seeking a Senior Compliance Manager to oversee compliance functions and ensure adherence to regulations. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in compliance, strong knowledge of FCA and PRA regulations, and excellent communication and leadership skills. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders and regulatory bodies to uphold the company's reputation for trust and excellence. This role offers a competitive salary and generous employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

25 days of holiday rising to 27 days

Retail Discounts

Company Shareplan / Scheme & Loan

Cycle2Work Scheme

Discounted Home Insurance

Employee Assistance Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Free Financial Education/Pension Seminars

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in compliance within financial services or insurance.
• Strong knowledge of FCA and PRA rules, guidance, and industry practices.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic thinking in compliance environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compliance function, providing expert guidance.
• Support the development of compliance strategies aligned with regulations.
• Engage with industry regulators like FCA and PRA.

Skills

Expertise in compliance

Stakeholder management

Regulatory discussions

Excellent communication

Leadership in compliance

Job description

We're looking for a dedicated Senior Compliance Manager to lead and support our compliance initiatives at AXA Partners UK. If you're committed to ensuring regulatory excellence and helping a dynamic team navigate complex regulations, this is your opportunity to shine.

About the Role

As a Senior Compliance Manager, you will be a vital part of our Compliance team, providing expert guidance to ensure our business operates within regulatory standards. You'll work closely with senior leaders, engaging with industry regulators, and supporting a culture of ethical and compliant practices across our organization. Your leadership will help us maintain our reputation for trust and excellence in the insurance and financial services sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compliance function, acting as a trusted partner to the business.
• Support the development and execution of compliance strategies aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Embed and maintain regulatory standards, policies, and procedures across the organization.
• Provide expert advice on regulatory obligations to various teams, ensuring they understand and meet their responsibilities.
• Participate in key decision‑making committees, offering challenge and insights on regulatory risks.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with industry regulators, including the FCA and PRA.
• Represent the organization in industry forums and support strategic lobbying efforts.
• Monitor industry developments and ensure internal practices evolve accordingly.
• Support and challenge projects to ensure compliance and regulatory readiness.
• Maintain high standards in reporting, documentation, and communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Promote a culture of ethics, integrity, and customer focus throughout the business.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in compliance within financial services or insurance.
• Strong knowledge of FCA and PRA rules, guidance, and industry practices.
• Proven ability to lead regulatory discussions and develop innovative solutions.
• Experience working with regulatory authorities and participating in supervision activities.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with internal teams and external regulators.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic thinking in compliance environments.
• A proactive, solutions‑oriented approach with attention to detail and clarity.

As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.

Ideally you will be able to commute to our Redhill office three days per week; however, for the right candidate, we may consider applicants based at one of our AXA locations, including London.

What we offer

At AXA Partners, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:

• Competitive Salary
• 25 days rising to a maximum of 27 days (based on a 5 day week)
• Retail Discounts
• Company Shareplan / Scheme & Loan
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Discounted Home Insurance
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Dr@Hand
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Free Financial Education/Pension Seminars