Head of Compliance - InsureTech in London

A high-growth, technology-led financial services business is seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to lead its UK compliance function during an exciting period of expansion.

This is a rare opportunity to join an innovative organisation at a pivotal stage of its growth journey, taking ownership of regulatory strategy, governance and compliance oversight while helping shape the future direction of the business in the UK market.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will act as the subject matter expert on UK regulatory requirements, ensuring the business maintains the highest standards of compliance, consumer protection and operational integrity.

Key responsibilities will include

• Developing and maintaining the firm's UK compliance framework, policies and governance structures.
• Acting as the primary point of contact with the FCA and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Supporting regulatory authorisations, market entry initiatives and ongoing supervisory requirements.
• Monitoring regulatory developments and advising senior stakeholders on their impact.
• Designing and overseeing compliance monitoring, testing and reporting programmes.
• Conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate controls and remediation plans.
• Providing oversight across Consumer Duty, financial crime, AML, KYC, data privacy and conduct risk frameworks.
• Supporting product governance, distribution oversight, marketing compliance and customer outcome reviews.
• Establishing complaint handling and regulatory reporting processes.
• Delivering compliance guidance and training across the business.
• Working closely with commercial, product, operations and legal teams to ensure regulatory considerations are embedded within business activities.

Applicants should demonstrate

• Significant compliance, risk or regulatory experience gained within financial services, insurance, fintech or insurtech environments.
• A strong understanding of FCA regulation and Consumer Duty requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing compliance frameworks, policies and governance processes.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of compliance monitoring, risk management and control frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to balance commercial objectives with regulatory requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience within a digital, technology-led or high-growth business.
• Exposure to insurance, digital distribution or platform-based business models.
• What's on Offer
• Opportunity to lead and shape a UK compliance function.
• Significant exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making.
• A varied role spanning regulatory strategy, governance, risk and compliance operations.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive salary plus benefits and long‑term career development opportunities.

This opportunity would suit an ambitious compliance professional looking to play a key role in the growth of an innovative and evolving financial services business.

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