Internal Assurance Officer

Welcome to Hastings Direct. We are a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We have made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We are proud of the journey we are on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there is even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you are now reading this job advert means we have tempted you to find out more about us – we really hope you like what you see, and you will join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you are excited about joining us and think you have some of what we are looking for, even if you are not 100% sure, we would love to hear from you.

Job Details

• Plan, lead, and execute internal assurance reviews and compliance monitoring activities.
• Support the Head of Internal Assurance to develop and maintain a risk-based compliance monitoring program aligned with FCA and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions for identified compliance gaps.
• Conduct regulatory horizon scanning and assess impact of new regulations on business processes.
• Represent Internal Assurance in internal and external forums, building strong stakeholder relationships.

Skills We Would Love You To Have

• Excellent verbal and written communication, including formal report writing for Exec level.
• Influencing, persuasion, and negotiation capabilities, up to the most senior of stakeholders.
• In-depth understanding of FCA regulations, GDPR, and Data Protection Act.
• Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and apply business pragmatism.
• Experience in risk and control assessment within a regulated insurance environment.
• Experience with compliance monitoring frameworks and/or internal audit methodologies.

Qualifications

• Relevant compliance or audit qualification (e.g., ICA Advance Certificate in Compliance) or equivalent experience, or working towards the same.

What We Offer

• Attractive salary based on experience + car allowance (pay reviews also completed each year).
• Flexible Working – We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach.
• Competitive Bonus Scheme - All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus.
• Physical Wellbeing – Hastings pays for you to receive private medical insurance.
• Financial Wellbeing – Life assurance cover and income protection at no extra cost, pension contribution match up to 10%.
• Mental Wellbeing programme – A range of support to help you keep yourself well.
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks.
• Access to health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes.
• Social events throughout the year and much more.

Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we will deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably.

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status.

At Hastings Direct, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us.