SMF16 Compliance Oversight Director

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential insurtech organization expanding into the UK market. Our talent team is searching for an experienced SMF16 Compliance Oversight Director to lead regulatory strategy, risk governance, and compliance operations for their UK market entry and growth.

This is a build role: you'll be creating frameworks, policies, and controls from the ground up rather than stepping into an established function. The successful candidate will be expected to hold the SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) Senior Management Function once approved and will serve as the primary point of contact with the FCA.

This position is based in the United Kingdom and operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring at least 3 days per week in the London office.

Responsibilities

As SMF16 Compliance Oversight Director, you will:

• Develop and maintain compliance frameworks aligned with UK regulatory requirements, especially 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
• Partner with product, operations, legal, marketing, and commercial teams to ensure compliant execution
• Provide guidance on regulatory implications of new products, partnerships, or distribution models
• Deliver training to ensure teams understand and execute compliance responsibilities

What We're Looking For

Required qualifications:

• 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
• Ability to see compliance as a strategic enabler rather than a blocker
• High integrity, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail
• Comfort building frameworks and scaling systems from early-stage to mature environments

Preferred qualifications:

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

How We Work With You

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Pay

Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package ranging from £100,000 to £150,000, reflecting both experience and suitability for this pivotal role. This range represents what the client offers directly.

Equal Opportunity

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