Head of Compliance

London, United Kingdom

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Head of Compliance

London, United Kingdom

003552

Working at Lockton

At Lockton, we’re passionate about helping our people achieve their ultimate potential. Our people are curious, action-oriented and always striving to make ourselves and those around us better. We’re active listeners working to ensure understanding and problem solvers developing innovative solutions. If you can see yourself delivering excellent service to clients, giving back to our communities and being a part of our caring culture, you belong here.

About the Position

Lead, mentor, motivate and promote the compliance team, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and Lockton’s core values. Manage relationships with the FCA, and lead projects related to regulatory reviews and investigatory work. Partner with the business and the internal audit function to maintain and the develop the 3 lines of defence model and to find compliance solutions to business activities Develop and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supporting business growth through proactive compliance engagement. Oversee and ensure timely reporting and notifications to the FCA, including using FCA reporting systems effectively. Champion the development of a strong and consistent compliance culture within the European and International group, ensuring that compliance practices align with business needs. Undertake comprehensive horizon scanning and ensure that the business responds to regulatory changes in line with Lockton’s risk appetite. Maintain, develop and enforce appropriate policies and procedures to demonstrate regulatory compliance and facilitate smooth operations. Contribute to the leadership of the wider LRCS team including the development and delivery of the LRCS strategy, finding efficiencies and promoting cross department collaboration.

Job type

Experienced Professional

Workplace

In Office

Your Responsibilities

Lockton is seeking an experienced Head of Compliance to lead our compliance team and ensure that our business meets the highest standards of regulatory compliance. If you're an expert in the insurance industry with a passion for navigating the complexities of the FCA, European regulations and assisting in the develop of consistent international compliance standards, whilst enabling and facilitating colleagues to do the best work possible for their clients, this is your chance to make a difference.

At Lockton, we are about creating a culture of collaboration, accountability, and integrity. We pride ourselves on being a values-driven organization, where our people are empowered to drive change and help us continue to grow as the largest privately-owned insurance broker in the world. As the leader of the European compliance function you will be visible and have a hands on approach to partnering with the business, interpreting and advising on FCA and other regulatory requirements.

What You'll Do: As the Head of Compliance, you will lead and mentor a team of compliance professionals while shaping the strategic direction of the compliance function across our UK and European offices. You’ll be responsible for fostering strong relationships with key regulatory bodies, primarily the FCA, and ensuring that Lockton stays ahead of the curve on compliance and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the insurance industry, with a background in insurance broking being a plus.
• Proven expertise in FCA relationship management, and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.
• Experience in leading and promoting teams and delivering results in high-stakes and fast growth environments.
• Strong risk management and insurance qualifications are advantageous.
• A solution-oriented and collaborative attitude with an ability to develop strong relationships, trust and respect with senior stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor.
• A can do attitude with a ‘hands on’ approach, able to balance competing objectives and priorities.
• Demonstrates sound judgement, great analytical skill set with the ability to instil trust and deliver the desired results.
• Anticipates future consequences and trends. Broad knowledge and perspective. Creates competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.
• Exceptional communication (both verbal and written) skills. Can represent the company internally and externally with executive presence and professionalism.
• Has strong impact and influencing skills to gain support and commitment from others and mobilise people to act. Provides direct, positive and constructive feedback to others.
• A conscientious, self-motivated approach that aligns with Lockton's Philosophies and values of integrity, collaboration, and innovation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockton Companies is proud to provide everyone an equal opportunity to grow and advance. We are committed to an inclusive culture and environment where our people, clients and communities are treated with respect and dignity.

At Lockton, supporting diversity, equity and inclusion is ingrained in our values, and we believe that we are at our best when we fully embrace everyone. We strive to cultivate a caring culture that learns from, celebrates and thrives because of our breadth of differences. As such, we recognize that recruiting, developing and retaining people with diverse backgrounds and experiences is vital and enabling our people to thrive personally and professionally is critical to our long-term success.

About Lockton

Lockton is the largest privately held independent insurance brokerage in the world. Since 1966, our independence has allowed us to serve our clients, take care of our people and give back to our communities. As such, our 12,500+ Associates doing business in over 140 countries are empowered to do what’s right every day.

At Lockton, we believe in the power of all people. You belong at Lockton.

How We Will Support You

At Lockton, we empower you to be true to yourself in all that you do. Your success is our success, and we provide opportunities to help you grow and create a rewarding career path, however you envision it.

We are ready to meet you where you are today, and as your needs change over time. In addition to industry-leading health insurance, we offer additional options to support your overall health and wellbeing.

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