Head of Compliance (SMF16) | Specialty Insurance | London
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Coopman Search is working exclusively with a well-capitalised, UK-regulated specialty insurer in London to appoint a Head of Compliance (SMF16).
This is a senior leadership role within a UK-regulated insurer operating in the specialty market, with significant delegated authority exposure. The role will lead the Compliance function, support senior stakeholders, and help maintain a robust governance framework as the business continues to grow.
Key responsibilities
- SMF16 leading the Compliance function and owning the compliance risk profile
- Own and enhance the Compliance Framework, ensuring it remains fit-for-purpose as the business scales
- Set and deliver the annual Compliance Plan, including monitoring, assurance and thematic reviews
- Provide compliance oversight across delegated authority/MGA arrangements, including governance and controls
- Partner with senior stakeholders to provide pragmatic, commercial compliance advice across the business
- Support the CEO/CRO with FCA/PRA engagement, regulatory readiness and reporting
- Produce and present Board and Committee reporting, representing Compliance in governance forums
- Drive a strong compliance culture through training, guidance, and Fit & Proper / SM&CR oversight
Key requirements
- Proven experience in a senior Compliance leadership role within insurance/specialty markets
- SMF16 experience (or clear readiness to step into SMF16) strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of the UK regulatory environment (FCA/PRA, SM&CR)
- Experience with delegated authority/MGA oversight and third-party governance
- Confident producing and presenting Board/Committee reporting and compliance MI
- Comfortable operating in a scaling/high-growth environment (building and improving frameworks)
- Strong stakeholder management skills, able to influence and challenge at senior level
- Clear communicator with a pragmatic, commercial mindset and strong written skills
This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of the Compliance function within a growing specialty insurer, with strong visibility across senior leadership and governance. The role offers genuine scope to shape the framework as the business continues to scale.
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