Operational Compliance Manager

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

Vast Visibility specialises in technology which powers Insurance Price Comparison Websites, working with most of the major UK Price Comparison brands. Our business is run from our waterfront office in Liverpool, which is where the role is based. We are a part of the Howden Broking Group, which is one of the largest insurance groups in the world.

This is a great opportunity for an Operational Compliance Manager to join a growing team, responsible for covering all aspects of Compliance that would be expected of an FCA regulated business. Vast Visibility is part of Howden. Howden believes that with a no limits approach, we can rise to any challenge. Whatever the question, the concern, or the risk, we can get the right people in a room and find the right answer. Our collective power is also helping us to change the insurance narrative – doing right by our clients while using insurance as a tool to build resilience for individuals, businesses and communities. From pro bono work to insuring COVID-19 vaccine development to de-risking the carbon market, we’re using our skills, knowledge, and networks to make a difference and speed positive change in the world around us.

About you:

• Ability to own a compliance programme and advising on projects, as this role will operate as the first line of defence ensuring compliant activities.

• Prior experience of setting up, monitoring and maintaining adequate and appropriate systems and controls to ensure that the firm meets the requirements of the Howden UK&I Group frameworks.

• Able to support Vast Visibility leadership in meeting the FCA rules relating to General Insurance activities.

• Knowledgeable to understand the impact of any FCA changes so you can deliver first line FCA compliance with support from various functions throughout the business.

• Liaise with Group Compliance to ensure consistency of approach and also for support and guidance around key regulatory projects.

• Sound understanding of online insurance distribution and remain aware of current and upcoming requirements (FCA and ICO) so you can implement continuous improvement to ensure ongoing compliance.

• You will have current solid understanding of statutory and legislative requirements such as data protection and their effects in order to provide support and input to the training of staff at induction or ongoing as they adhere to a policy of Continuous Professional Development as required by Regulation, as well as your own CPD.

Rewards:

We believe that great work and dedication should be rewarded, that’s why we offer:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), pro-rated for part year service

• A set of core benefits, designed with your health and financial protection in mind:

  • Life Assurance up to 4x salary, protecting your loved ones in case the worst should happen

  • Income protection, guaranteeing an income for up to 5 years in the event of an illness or injury

  • Contributory pension scheme – 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution, rising to 5% & 5% in April 2025

  • Access to a Healthcare Cashplan, which gives you access to a variety of health related benefits

• Access to a host of lifestyle and financial benefits that you can choose from:

  • Discounts on gym membership across the UK

  • Salary sacrifice schemes – Travel Insurance, Cycle to Work, Car leasing, Technology purchase

  • Access to discounted personal health policies – Critical illness, private medical, dental plans

  • A range of insurance products available commission free, including home, motor, travel and specialist vehicles

  • Access to hundreds of high-street retailer discounts

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employees outside of work

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Permanent