Compliance Officer in Leeds

Looking for a role where you will have a meaningful contribution to Markel’s second line compliance? In your role as Compliance Officer – Advisory business partner, you will make a meaningful contribution to Markel’s second line compliance oversight. This role provides a great opportunity to develop and grow your career in an exciting and growing business as part of an established compliance team.

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special!

The opportunity: The role is part of the International Division Compliance function, which is overseen by the Chief Compliance officer. The team is well-established with operations in multiple countries, managing all of Markel’s insurance activities outside the U.S. This role will report to the Director of Compliance for UK, London Markets and Canada Divisions.

What you’ll be doing:

• Providing key support, compliance guidance and advice to the business trading divisions of Markel’s international insurance operations.
• Overseeing and advising the first line on implementation of regulatory change, remediation actions and other regulatory compliance matters.
• Supporting business goals e.g., growth projects, new products or distribution, change delivery.
• Supporting and guiding key first line functions on regulatory and Lloyd’s requirements.
• Preparing reports for senior management, Boards and Committees.
• Supporting the compliance advisory team and involved with compliance risk assessments across the divisions.
• Keeping up to date with regulation.

Our must-haves:

• Relevant compliance experience in the insurance industry with strong SME knowledge of FCA and PRA rules.
• Lloyd’s and London market experience is also essential.
• Licencing knowledge and understanding overseas regulatory capabilities.
• Can communicate effectively at all levels within the company with a high degree of professionalism.
• Have strong writing skills and a good grasp of technology to support and automate processes.
• Have passed or be prepared to complete insurance compliance qualifications relevant to the role.
• Previous exposure to senior stakeholder management would be beneficial.

Who we are: Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations around the world.

What’s in it for you?

• A great starting salary plus annual bonus & strong benefits package.
• 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy/sell extra leave.
• Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer.
• There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career.

Are you ready to play your part? Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.