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Prepare cases on launching compliance in a new jurisdiction, insurance licensing, and partnering with digital distribution. Be ready on UK regulatory expectations tied to Bjak’s reported Europe ambitions.
Best fit: senior insurance or fintech compliance leaders who can translate a Malaysia-rooted platform into UK-ready risk and conduct controls.
As Director of Compliance and Risk (UK) at Bjak, expect to stand up UK regulatory and risk controls for an insurer expanding from Malaysia—policies, risk registers, conduct oversight for adviser/digital motor channels, and close work with product and counsel on European market entry.
Focus on insurance and financial-services compliance, enterprise risk management, and cross-border licensing. No certification resources were provided for this listing.
A Malaysia insurance platform founded in 2019, covered for Bank Negara approval, an adviser licence, and digital motor distribution.
Reporting notes IPO consideration and interest in Europe, so UK risk and regulatory ownership is a logical next step.
The listing is United Kingdom–based and not marked remote.
Website: bjak.my
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DIRECTOR OF COMPLIANCE AND RISK (UK) Position Summary Bjak, Southeast Asia’s largest digital insurance platform, is expanding its presence in the UK and seeks a Director of Compliance and Risk to lead regulatory strategy, risk governance, and compliance operations. This role will be pivotal in designing frameworks, policies, and controls from scratch as BJAK enters and scales within the UK market. Responsibilities Develop and maintain compliance frameworks aligned with UK regulatory requirements, specifically FCA standards. Ensure BJAK operates transparently, fairly, and ethically to protect consumers. Serve as the primary contact with the FCA and other relevant UK bodies for regulatory matters. Interpret regulatory changes and guide business strategy accordingly. Build policies and controls covering AML, KYC, data privacy, consumer duty, distribution, and claims-related compliance. Conduct risk assessments and implement remediation plans for identified gaps in compliance operations. Requirements Proven experience as a Director of Compliance or similar role within the financial services industry, preferably with SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) Senior Management Function. In-depth knowledge of UK regulatory requirements and FCA guidelines. Strong leadership skills to build compliance capability and culture across the organization. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with regulators, partners, and industry stakeholders. A proactive approach to identifying risks and developing strategies to mitigate them. About Bjak Bjak is Southeast Asia’s largest digital insurance platform, dedicated to expanding financial access through automation, data, and digital scale. We are committed to building a safe, compliant, and trusted platform for our customers and partners. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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