Head of Compliance – Insurance

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Bruin are currently seeking candidates for their open Head of Compliance – Insurance position in London, United Kingdom through Go Job Search. Are you an experienced candidate looking to take up a Head of Compliance – Insurance role such as with an industry leading company like Bruin?

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Head of Compliance

A growing specialty insurance business is seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to lead compliance activity across the UK and EU. This role combines hands-on oversight with strategic responsibility, supporting the business as it continues to expand internationally.

You will act as the primary contact for regulatory matters, ensuring ongoing compliance with FCA requirements and relevant EU regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance compliance policies, procedures, and governance frameworks

• Interpret and implement FCA regulations, including Consumer Duty, SMCR, conduct rules, and financial crime requirements

• Oversee EU regulatory obligations across multiple jurisdictions (e.g. IDD, GDPR, sanctions)

• Act as the main liaison with the FCA, EU regulators, and support audits

• Lead compliance monitoring, file reviews, delegated authority oversight, and MI reporting

• Oversee AML/CTF, sanctions, PEP checks, and fraud risk controls

• Review TOBAs and advise the business on regulatory matters, products, and cross-border activity

• Deliver compliance training and promote a strong compliance culture

• Ensure GDPR and data protection compliance across all operations

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

• Professional insurance or compliance qualifications preferred

• Strong background in insurance compliance (MGA or broker preferred; carrier considered)

• In-depth knowledge of UK and EU regulatory frameworks

• Ability to operate strategically and hands-on in a dynamic environment

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Bruin recognises the positive value of diversity, and aims to promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. As a champion of equal opportunity employment we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. We particularly encourage applications from women, disabled, and Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as these groups are underrepresented throughout the financial services industry. Our clients work with us because they value a diverse workforce, and subscribe to our shared principle that all appointments are made on merit and that ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.
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