Head of Compliance - Insurance FinTech (InsurTech)

Location: London - Remote initially; hybrid within 12 months

A pioneering InsurTech client is seeking a Head of Compliance to lead the regulatory strategy and compliance operations as they expand into the UK market. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to shape the compliance culture of a rapidly scaling digital insurance platform, ensuring responsible growth, consumer trust, and regulatory excellence. You will play a pivotal role in establishing the organisation as a trusted partner in the industry, enabling safe expansion while upholding the highest standards of transparency and ethical practice. The position offers flexible remote working initially, transitioning to a hybrid model in London, providing you with both autonomy and collaborative opportunities. If you are passionate about enabling business growth through robust compliance frameworks and thrive in environments where your expertise directly impacts company success, this role will allow you to make a meaningful difference.

• Play a key part in building a trusted, compliant digital insurance platform that prioritises consumer protection and regulatory excellence as it enters the UK market.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements with remote onboarding and future hybrid options in London, supporting your work-life balance while fostering team connection.
• Collaborate closely with product, legal, marketing, and commercial teams to embed compliance at every stage of innovation and growth.

What you'll do:

As Head of Compliance - Insurance Technology, you will be entrusted with shaping the regulatory landscape for a cutting-edge digital insurance platform entering the UK market. Your day-to-day activities will involve designing policies that not only meet but anticipate FCA requirements; leading licensing efforts; interpreting complex regulatory updates; overseeing AML/KYC/data privacy controls; conducting risk assessments; establishing monitoring systems; supporting audits; ensuring products are designed ethically; managing complaints processes; and delivering impactful training sessions. Success in this role means embedding compliance into every facet of the business while enabling innovation-your ability to collaborate across departments will ensure new products launch smoothly without compromising on integrity or consumer trust. You will be instrumental in creating an environment where compliance is seen as an enabler of growth rather than an obstacle.

• Design and maintain comprehensive compliance frameworks that align with FCA requirements, ensuring all aspects of the business operate within regulatory expectations.
• Lead all aspects of regulatory readiness including licensing processes, ongoing supervision, and acting as the primary contact for interactions with the FCA and other relevant bodies.
• Interpret evolving regulatory changes and provide clear guidance to senior leadership on their implications for business strategy and operations.
• Build and oversee Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), data privacy, consumer duty, and distribution controls to safeguard both the organisation and its customers.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments across business units, implementing effective remediation plans where necessary to address identified gaps or vulnerabilities.
• Establish robust compliance monitoring, testing, and reporting frameworks that support continuous improvement and transparency across all functions.
• Support internal audits and ongoing compliance reviews by preparing documentation, facilitating communication with auditors, and ensuring timely resolution of findings.
• Ensure that product design, marketing materials, pricing strategies, and distribution channels adhere strictly to UK regulations for fairness and transparency.
• Implement complaint handling frameworks that meet or exceed UK standards for consumer protection, ensuring swift resolution of issues raised by customers.
• Deliver engaging compliance training across teams to foster a culture of responsibility and awareness throughout the organisation.

What you bring:

To excel as Head of Compliance - Insurance Technology, your background should demonstrate significant experience within regulated financial services environments-ideally spanning both traditional insurance settings and innovative technology-driven platforms. Your understanding of FCA regulations must be comprehensive enough to guide strategic decisions while remaining approachable when advising colleagues from non-compliance backgrounds. You bring proven expertise in developing scalable frameworks that adapt as organisations grow quickly. Your interpersonal skills allow you to build rapport with regulators while also nurturing cross-functional relationships internally. A history of successfully implementing AML/KYC/data privacy controls shows your commitment to safeguarding consumers. Experience conducting risk assessments ensures you can identify vulnerabilities before they become issues. If you have worked in startups or high-growth companies-or possess additional knowledge around GDPR/AML/sanctions/cross-border regulation-you will find these experiences particularly valuable here. Above all else, your passion for responsible innovation combined with your attention to detail makes you an ideal fit for this influential position.

• At least eight years' experience in compliance, risk management or regulatory roles within financial services, insurance, insurtech or fintech sectors is essential for this position.
• A minimum of one year's direct experience within the insurance industry is required to ensure familiarity with sector-specific challenges.
• Deep knowledge of FCA regulations-including Consumer Duty-and their practical application within digital platforms or insurance distribution models is vital.
• Demonstrated ability to design scalable compliance programmes from early-stage environments through periods of rapid organisational growth is highly valued.
• Experience supporting digital platforms or technology-driven insurance solutions will enable you to navigate unique regulatory considerations effectively.
• Proven track record in building AML/KYC/data privacy controls that protect both consumers and organisational interests is important for this role.
• Clear communication skills are needed for engaging regulators as well as senior stakeholders internally across multiple disciplines.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and implementing remediation plans ensures operational resilience against emerging threats.
• Ability to deliver engaging compliance training sessions that resonate with diverse teams enhances overall organisational awareness.
• Bonus: Experience in startup or high-growth environments; background in insurtech or digital marketplaces; knowledge of GDPR/AML/sanctions/cross-border regulation.

What sets this company apart:

This InsurTech client stands out by placing trust, transparency, and consumer protection at the heart of its mission as it enters the UK market. The organisation is committed to responsible innovation-balancing technological advancement with rigorous adherence to regulatory standards-ensuring customers benefit from fair treatment at every touchpoint. Flexible working arrangements reflect a genuine respect for work-life balance: you can start remotely before transitioning into a collaborative hybrid environment based in London. The company values cross-functional teamwork where your insights are sought after by product managers, legal experts, marketers, and commercial strategists alike. By joining this forward-thinking team during its critical scale-up phase, you will have unparalleled influence over how compliance shapes both customer outcomes and business success-making this an outstanding opportunity for those who want their work to matter on a broad scale.

What's next:

If you are ready to shape the future of digital insurance compliance in the UK while enjoying flexible working arrangements and meaningful impact-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided-take your next step towards making a lasting difference.

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