Head of Compliance (UK)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential insurtech organization expanding into the UK market. Our talent team is seeking a Head of Compliance (UK) to lead regulatory strategy, risk governance, and compliance operations during a critical market entry phase. This role will work directly with executive leadership and is expected to hold the SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) Senior Management Function once approved, serving as the primary point of contact with the FCA.

This is a build role—you'll be creating frameworks, policies, and controls from the ground up rather than inheriting an existing function. If you're energized by the opportunity to shape compliance infrastructure for a high-growth digital financial services platform, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain compliance frameworks aligned with UK regulatory requirements, including FCA standards
• Lead regulatory readiness for market entry, licensing, and ongoing supervision
• Serve as the primary contact with the FCA and relevant UK regulatory bodies
• 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
• Establish monitoring, testing, and reporting processes for ongoing compliance
• Embed fairness, transparency, and responsible selling throughout the organization
• Oversee product compliance, marketing reviews, pricing governance, and distribution oversight
• Implement complaint handling frameworks aligned with regulatory standards
• Partner with product, operations, legal, marketing, and commercial teams to ensure compliant execution
• Deliver training to ensure teams understand and execute compliance responsibilities

What We're Looking For

Required:

• 8+ years of compliance, risk, or regulatory experience within financial services, insurance, insurtech, or fintech
• Deep understanding of UK regulatory frameworks, including FCA rules and consumer duty requirements
• Proven ability to design policies, conduct risk assessments, and manage complex compliance programs
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including experience dealing with regulators
• High integrity, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail
• Ability to see compliance as a strategic enabler and influence leaders using data and logic

Preferred:

• Experience in compliance for digital platforms, distribution, or insurance products
• Start-up or high-growth environment experience
• Previous SMF experience
• Background in insurtech, digital distribution, or online marketplaces
• Knowledge of GDPR, AML, sanctions, or cross-border compliance

Location: United Kingdom (hybrid role based in London, with at least 3 days per week in-office)

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiter will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and match you with the right opportunity. Once aligned, we submit your profile to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client directly—all coordination will be handled through our talent team to ensure a smooth and professional process.

Pay

Pay via Get A Job.ai: £100,000 to £150,000, reflecting experience and suitability for this pivotal role.

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