Trainee regulatory interaction officer

Howden Group Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance group is seeking an entry-level Compliance Support Officer in Hull and East Yorkshire. This role focuses on maintaining compliance standards while receiving comprehensive training. Key responsibilities include supporting the Compliance Business Support Team, assisting with compliance controls, and collaborating across business units. Ideal candidates should possess a strong interest in financial services and have excellent communication skills. A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to adapt are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in financial services and compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable working with data and learning new systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Professional and positive attitude
• Curious mindset with a desire to understand regulatory requirements
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Educated to A-level or equivalent (degree desirable but not essential)
• Interest in compliance, regulation or financial services is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Support the Compliance Business Support Team in delivering its annual plan and objectives
• Assist with research and projects to improve compliance controls and processes
• Help review and approve financial promotions and marketing materials
• Provide support on data protection queries
• Assist with risk assessments for new third‑party arrangements
• Help monitor and maintain compliance systems and controls
• Contribute to preparing management information and compliance reports
• Support the team in responding to queries from business units
• Assist with thematic reviews and monitoring activities
• Participate in projects and initiatives to ensure compliance requirements are met

Job description

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills. You'll join the Compliance Function's Business Support Team, acting as a key link between compliance and the wider business. This team helps maintain and develop second‑line systems, controls, policies and procedures relating to Financial Crime, Sanctions and Data Protection, ensuring the business meets regulatory requirements. This is an entry‑level position designed for someone eager to learn and build a career in compliance. You'll receive full training and work closely with experienced Compliance Managers, supporting projects and day‑to‑day activities that help protect the business and its clients.

Responsibilities

• Support the Compliance Business Support Team in delivering its annual plan and objectives
• Assist with research and projects to improve compliance controls and processes
• Help review and approve financial promotions and marketing materials
• Provide support on data protection queries, including client communications and marketing
• Assist with risk assessments for new third‑party arrangements and introducers
• Help monitor and maintain compliance systems and controls for Financial Crime, Sanctions and Data Protection
• Contribute to preparing management information and compliance reports
• Support the team in responding to queries from business units and escalating where needed
• Assist with thematic reviews and monitoring activities alongside other compliance teams
• Participate in projects and initiatives to ensure compliance requirements are met

Qualifications

• Strong interest in financial services and compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach to problem‑solving
• Comfortable working with data and learning new systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Professional and positive attitude
• Curious mindset with a desire to understand regulatory requirements
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Educated to A‑level or equivalent (degree desirable but not essential)
• Interest in compliance, regulation or financial services is advantageous

Who are we?

Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and a no‑limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful team.