Head of Regulatory Risk, Compliance & Data Privacy

Our client, an extremely successful and very well regarded financial services organisation is recruiting for a new Head of Regulatory Risk, Compliance and Data Privacy.

Duties will include:

• Management and development of the company's compliance and regulatory risk management frameworks.
• Ensure all products and operations comply with regulatory and ethical standards.
• Oversee internal audits, compliance reviews and monitoring efficacy of controls.
• Act as the primary lead for all data protection matters.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 27001.
• Understand and ensure adherence to US-specific information security management standards
• Deliver compliance reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
• Manage all interactions with UK and US regulators.
• Maintain and update the organisation’s risk register.
• Collaborate with all teams to integrate compliance throughout product development.
• Facilitate compliance training and awareness programs for all employees.

Skills and experience required:

• Experience leading a compliance management function.
• Experience working in the insurance industry or wider financial services industry preferred.
• Detailed understanding of FCA regulations and data privacy laws in the UK and US.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 27001 standards.
• Experience implementing effective compliance and risk management frameworks.
• Ability to manage and respond to developing company priorities.
• Holding a CII, CPIC, CCEP, ICA, or CCP qualification is advantageous.

Salary: £80-100,000 + Benefits + Financial Incentives

At this time, our client can only support applications from those with permanent residency in the UK. Offers are subject to full background checks including DBS.