Compliance Officer - Sevenoaks, United Kingdom - GerrardWhite

GerrardWhite

Verified Company

Sevenoaks, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Compliance Officer
The UK division of a leading global insurer is currently seeking a
Compliance Officer to join the team. This will be a
12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.
This role will be based in
Sevenoaks, with the potential to work from home a few days a week.

This company offers a large portfolio of innovative products, targeted directly towards corporate, legal and financial organisations in a business-to-business environment.

They are one of the leading insurers of risks involving property and property finance.

About the role:

Assist in the delivery of the Compliance business plan.
Ensure that the company complies with existing regulations and internal policies
Ensure that all new regulatory developments and requirements are incorporated into the company's policy and procedures across the UK.
Manage regulatory submissions and provide Compliance training, technical guidance, support, and tailored feedback on regulatory issues relevant to the business.
Monitor new regulatory developments and legislation that affect the business and operation of the company.
Facilitate the identification and implementation of procedures, controls, and changes to ensure compliance requirements are adhered to.
Provide advice and support to the business on a range of issues including regulatory supervision, financial, operational and other regulatory implications of new business proposals and on FCA & PRA regulations, DPA/GDPR, Senior Managers and CertificationRegime and the Consumer Duty.
You will understand and implement oversight and audit requirements with particular emphasis on appointed representatives and outsourcing.
Prepare compliance reports for Board and Executive Management meetings
Provide general assistance on legal matters as required

The role offers variety, ownership and the opportunity to get involved in key projects and initiatives across the business. The role may involve some travel to other UK offices and potentially overseas.

About You:

Good working knowledge of UK compliance and regulatory laws + knowledge of the FCA and PRA handbooks
You will ideally have an insurance background including experience of the IDD (possessing a relevant qualification for the role).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, combined with a flair for relationship building.
The ability to grasp complex issues and communicate complex messages, both in writing and verbally
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
High attention to detail
Able to organise and prioritise a varied and busy workload
Independent and able to work on your own initiative but also able to function effectively in a team environment.
Have a selfmotivated, pragmatic and principled approach to work.

You will be joining a friendly and welcoming team with a diverse and inclusive culture. The office is centrally located with plenty of amenities in walking distance.

What's on offer:

A competitive salary of £35,000 £45,000 (dependent on experience), potentially with a bit of flexibility for the right person.
Hybrid working options.
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Free onsite parking.
Private Heath Insurance
Dress down Fridays.
Discounts on local stores