(Senior) Compliance Manager
Overview
An established UK specialty insurance broking business is seeking a Senior Compliance Manager to act as the dedicated compliance lead for one of its divisions.
This business operates across specialty and niche commercial lines, providing tailored solutions for complex and non-standard risks. With a strong reputation in its markets and continued growth, there is a need for an experienced compliance professional to support the business with clear advice, robust frameworks, and effective regulatory oversight.
The Role
You will take ownership of the compliance function for this business unit, acting as the primary point of contact for regulatory matters.
The role combines advisory, oversight, and framework development, with a strong emphasis on supporting the front office (broking teams) and senior leadership. You will ensure regulatory requirements are met in a way that is proportionate and aligned to the needs of a specialty broker.
You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, while remaining aligned to wider group standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the compliance lead for the business, supporting senior management and leadership
* Provide practical compliance advice across specialty broking activities
* Maintain and enhance the compliance framework, ensuring it is fit for purpose
* Support the business in meeting FCA regulatory requirements relevant to insurance intermediaries
* Advise on areas including:
* Client onboarding and placement processes
* TOBAs and insurer relationships
* Delegated authority and binder arrangements
* Cross-border and non-admitted business considerations
* Work closely with broking teams to ensure compliant placement and documentation standards
* Support regulatory reporting and internal governance processes
* Identify and manage compliance risks, providing appropriate challenge where required
What You’ll Bring
* Significant experience in insurance compliance (essential)
* Strong background within a specialty broker, MGA, or insurer
* Solid understanding of FCA requirements for insurance intermediaries
* Experience operating at manager or senior manager level, with exposure to senior stakeholders
* Ability to deliver clear, commercially focused advice to front-office teams
* Confidence to engage with and challenge stakeholders where appropriate
* Experience building or maintaining compliance frameworks within a broking environment
Why This Role
* Opportunity to act as the lead compliance contact for a specialist broking business
* High level of autonomy and ownership
* Direct access to senior stakeholders and decision-makers
* Ability to shape compliance within a complex, specialty insurance environment
This role would suit an experienced Compliance Manager ready to step into a broader leadership role, or an existing Senior Manager looking for greater ownership within a specialty insurance business.