MERJE is engaged on a search for an exceptional Head of Compliance for a leading insurtech company looking to set up in the UK. This pivotal role will spearhead regulatory strategy and compliance operations for the company's UK market entry and expansion. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial services compliance, particularly within the insurance sector.Salary: £90,000 - £110,000Location: Fully remote (occasional need to be in London)The CompanyThis innovative insurtech platform is one of Asia's largest digital insurance provider, expanding financial access through automation and digital scale. As they enter the UK market, they seek to establish themselves as a trusted, compliant, and responsible player in the financial services sector.The RoleThe Head of Compliance will be instrumental in designing and enforcing compliance frameworks that enable safe scaling of digital financial services. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the regulatory strategy of a fast-growing insurtech company in the UK market.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain compliance frameworks aligned with UK regulatory requirements, especially FCA rulesLead regulatory readiness for market entry, licensing, and ongoing supervisionBuild policies and controls covering AML, KYC, data privacy, and consumer dutyEstablish monitoring, testing, and reporting processes for ongoing compliancePartner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliant execution of business strategiesRequired knowledge and experience 8+ years of compliance, risk, or regulatory experience within financial servicesMinimum 1 year experience in the insurance industryDeep understanding of UK regulatory frameworks, including FCA rulesProven ability to design policies and manage complex compliance programmesStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsIf you're an experienced compliance professional ready to lead regulatory strategy for an innovative insurtech company, apply now for this Head of Compliance role.