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Head of Compliance
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A highly respected Lloyd's market insurance business based in the City of London is seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to lead and develop its compliance function. Operating within a dynamic and regulated environment, the organisation has a strong reputation for underwriting excellence and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of regulatory governance and compliance across its operations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and well-established insurer at a senior leadership level, playing a pivotal role in shaping the compliance strategy and ensuring the organisation remains fully aligned with evolving regulatory expectations.
Your new role
As Head of Compliance, you will hold responsibility for leading the compliance framework across the business, acting as a key adviser to the executive team and Board on regulatory matters. The successful candidate will be approved to hold SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) responsibilities and will ensure the organisation maintains strong relationships with both the FCA and PRA.
- Oversee the design, implementation and ongoing enhancement of the compliance monitoring programme
- Ensure robust systems and controls are in place to identify, assess and mitigate regulatory risks
- Provide expert guidance on regulatory developments and their impact on the business
- Work closely with senior stakeholders across underwriting, operations, risk and finance
- Manage regulatory reporting requirements
- Lead compliance reviews and investigations where required
- Oversee financial crime and AML frameworks
- Promote a strong culture of compliance throughout the organisation
- Regularly engage with Lloyd's market requirements
- Ensure the business continues to operate in line with regulatory obligations and best practice standards
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What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced compliance leader with a strong track record within the London Market or Lloyd's insurance sector. You will possess in-depth knowledge of FCA and PRA regulations, as well as experience operating within the Senior Managers & Certification Regime, including previous experience holding or being approved for SMF16 and/or SMF17 responsibilities.
- Demonstrable experience developing and managing compliance monitoring frameworks
- Experience advising senior stakeholders on regulatory matters
- Experience implementing effective governance and control environments
- Strong understanding of financial crime, anti-money laundering requirements, conduct risk and regulatory change management
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to influence at Board and Executive Committee level
- Experience working within a Lloyd's syndicate, managing agent or Lloyd's market insurer will be highly advantageous
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What you'll get in return
This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded Lloyd's insurance business in a key leadership position, where you will have significant influence over the compliance strategy and regulatory framework of the organisation. You will work alongside an experienced leadership team and play a crucial role in supporting the continued growth and success of the business.
- Flexible working options available, with a hybrid working model based in the City of London
- A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are on offer
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
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