Head of Compliance

An opportunity to join a leading international insurer in the healthcare liability space. The Head of Compliance will look after compliance matters for international business currently focused on the UK, Europe and US and provide key advice and insight as the business expands into new international jurisdictions and new markets.

Overview

Within a growing and ambitious business environment they are seeking a driven, collaborative and solution-focused compliance professional. The role will involve enhancing, owning and managing an effective and pragmatic compliance advisory, oversight and monitoring framework. This includes owning and delivering the annual Compliance Plan and managing a small compliance team.

The role will involve interaction with all functions internationally, supporting the achievement of business plan objectives through (i) supporting the management of all regulatory risk and (ii) the provision of robust and independent challenge of underwriting activities.

The role requires close liaison and the provision of guidance and advice not only within the business but also trading partners and working closely with the legal entities, particularly their respective compliance and risk functions, through which we underwrite business.

The successful candidate will be required to be approved as an FCA approved senior management function (SMF) holder also with responsibility as MLRO within one of the UK operating companies.

Skills, knowledge and attributes

• The role requires knowledge of both the company and Lloyd's insurance markets.
• At least 8+ years of hands-on compliance experience at a senior level, with a general insurance focus.
• Thorough knowledge of ICOBS.
• Excellent understanding of relevant FCA regulations.
• Significant Conduct and Data Privacy / protection experience preferred.
• Sound knowledge of financial crime topics, including sanctions.
• Experience of Risk Management useful.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Friendly, approachable, professional. This is a people facing role requiring resilience and diplomacy, and the ability to interact with multiple stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.

What is on offer

• Permanent role with benefits package
• Salary to 110,000 to £150,000 depending on skills set and experience
• Hybrid remote / office flexible working

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