See more Collapse

Head of Group Compliance

2 months ago

Gloucester, United Kingdom Ecclesiastical Insurance Group Full time

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration: Permanent 

Location: Gloucester

Job Ref: 202630

About the role

Benefact Group, are looking for a Head of Group Compliance to join our Gloucester office

As Head of Group Compliance you will be responsible for overseeing that the Group and relevant subsidiaries operate reasonable systems and controls in line with the Regulatory principles for businesses.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing and forward thinking business, giving you an opportunity to have a rewarding career and be part of a purpose led organisation.

Key responsibilities
  • Hold regulatory function (SMF16) for Compliance Oversight for EIO, MIC, BIC, ELL and other Group firms as agreed with Group Chief Risk and Compliance Officer
  • Provide leadership and direction of the Group Compliance function, to enable an appropriately resourced, specialist and professional compliance capability for the Group
  • Input to the strategic direction and development of the Group Compliance function
  • Oversee and develop the Group’s compliance vision and strategy, ensuring alignment of activity across the Group
  • Maintain and develop a Compliance framework to assist the Group in its realisation of business objectives and strategic development
  • Ensure that appropriate compliance monitoring and reporting frameworks are in place across the Group
  • To lead the development and execution of the Group Compliance Monitoring Plan (including managing the relationship with co-source partner, producing/reviewing reports detailing the findings with agreed actions)
  • Monitor actions arising from Group Compliance Monitoring activities to their conclusion, ensuring that the business has taken all action required of them to prevent reoccurrence of the finding
  • Develop and regularly provide timely and effective reporting of comprehensive and comprehensible compliance management information to GMB, GRC and Boards
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the Group to ensure sufficient communication between 1st and 2nd line (including liaising with stakeholders for each review allocated in order to facilitate the necessary access to people/systems/paperwork to enable testing to be conducted and that any findings are discussed and agreed)
  • Conduct horizon scanning and review relevant external materials to share with the Group and ensure that relevant regulatory change is being communicated and acted upon by relevant SBUs/Group functions
  • Provide challenge, opinion and compliance advice to key strategic developments
  • Maintain oversight of relationships with the Financial Conduct Authority and other key external stakeholders
  • Facilitate compliance knowledge and best practice sharing across the Group to enhance compliance standards, including the maintenance of the Group Compliance function as a Centre of Excellence.
  • Lead and motivate a team of compliance professionals and support their individual and collective development
Knowledge, skills and experience
  • Significant demonstrable experience in senior compliance roles
  • Deep compliance management knowledge including relevant regulations and best practice
  • Currently holding or previously held Senior Management Function (SMCR)
  • Tact, diplomacy and the ability to manage conflicts between key stakeholders including our regulators
  • Excellent analytical, evaluation, problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to prioritise and balance multiple tasks or projects
What we offer
  • A competitive salary - let's discuss it
  • Flexible working
  • Group Personal Pension - up to 12% employer contribution
  • Generous annual bonus scheme up to 40%
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a holiday buy and sell scheme
  • An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, income protection and life assurance
  • Up to £300 annual personal grant to a charity of your choice
  • Encouraged to take at least one volunteering day per year
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Full study support to gain professional qualifications
About us

Benefact Group is a unique international financial services group made up of over 30 businesses. We are owned by a charity and currently the 3rd largest corporate donor in the country, having given away £200 million since 2016. We have an ambitious plan to become the number one corporate donor with strategic objectives in place to double the groups size over the next five years.

We believe it’s essential to attract, empower, grow and reward talented people offer career opportunities and personal development through a fantastic learning and career framework. Luckily for us, the nature of who we are – our giving ethos, our 135 year history and the diversity of what we do – has built a culture of kindness, of great ambition, of passionate people driven to do better and be better.

At Benefact Group, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that the perfect candidate for this role may not necessarily meet every requirement listed in this advert, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel that you don't fulfil every single qualification. Your unique perspective and potential are valuable to us, and we invite you to submit an application if this opportunity resonates with you.

We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below

  • Head of Group Compliance

    1 month ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Benefact Group Full time

    **Working hours**:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday **Duration**:Permanent **Location**:Gloucester **Job Ref**:202630 **About the role***: **Benefact Group**, are looking for a **Head of Group Compliance** to join our** Gloucester **office As Head of Group Compliance you will be responsible for overseeing that the Group and relevant subsidiaries...

  • Group Head of Risk

    2 months ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Benefact Group Full time

    **Working hours**:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday **Duration**:Permanent **Location**:Gloucester **Job Ref**: 202408 **About the role***: **Benefact Group**, are looking for a Group Head of Risk to join our** Gloucester **office. The purpose of the role is to provide oversight, advice and independent challenge to the management of enterprise risk...

  • Head of Compliance

    4 weeks ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Howden Group Holdings Full time

    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 mind-set, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 15,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.Our...

  • Head of Compliance

    4 weeks ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Howden Group Holdings Full time

    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 mind-set, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 15,000 employees spanning over 100...

  • Head of Trade Compliance

    1 month ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Roke Manor Research Limited Full time

    **Head of Trade Compliance** As a Head of Trade Compliance, you will be leading all aspects of trade compliance. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will also oversee the management of the trade compliance team. **A solid background in trade compliance, particularly import/export processes, is essential**. Experience with UK and US export...

  • Deputy Head of Governance

    1 month ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Barclay Meade Full time

    **Ref no.** - BHN568819**Salary** - £60,000 - £70,000/annum**Location** - Gloucester, England**Start date** - ASAP**Job type** - Permanent**Job status** - Open**Job summary**: Defence business require a Deputy Head of Governance & Compliance. Applicants need governance, compliance, risk management, business continuity or assurance experience, ideally...

  • Compliance Officer

    24 hours ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Q Underwriting Full time

    The Role:This is an exciting time to join the Underwriting & Schemes (U&S) division within PIB Group, as we recruit for a 1st Line Compliance Officer. Reporting into the Head of 1st Line of Defence you will work within the business to deliver accurate and effective compliance advice and support helping to ensure that the U&S businesses meet their regulatory...

  • Head of Compliance Monitoring

    1 month ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Howden Group Holdings Full time

    From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture - one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success. People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That’s what sets us...

  • Head of Compliance Monitoring

    2 months ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom MERJE Ltd Full time

    MERJE, in collaboration with a prominent insurance brokerage, is seeking a Head of Compliance Monitoring. This role involves developing and implementing a comprehensive monitoring framework to provide assurance to the Board and Senior Management Team. The successful candidate will execute a program of monitoring activities across systems, controls, and...

  • Head of Compliance Monitoring

    1 month ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Howden Group Holdings Full time

    From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture - one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success. People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That's what sets us apart,...

  • Head of Compliance Monitoring

    2 months ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Howden Group Holdings Full time

    From day one, our mission has been to create an independent business with a unique culture – one that is controlled by the people who work for it. Finding the most talented and entrepreneurial people has always been key to our success.  People come to Howden for lots of different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. That’s what sets...

  • Head of Compliance

    4 weeks ago

    Gloucester - Howden, UK, United Kingdom myGwork Full time

    This inclusive employer is a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. 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 mind-set, and our strength lies...

  • Compliance Assistant

    2 months ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom PRO Insurance Solutions Full time

    Pro Insurance currently has a new opportunity for a Compliance Assistant to join our Group Risk and Compliance Team. This role will involve working in a small team, predominantly assisting with checking and completing the required compliance and audit documentation for the business, have involvement in project work and liaise with clients, suppliers and...

  • Head of Tax

    3 weeks ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Benefact Group Full time

    Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duration: Permanent Location: Gloucester Job Ref: 040724About the role Benefact Group, are looking for a Head of Tax to join ourGroup Finance Team in our Gloucester office.As Head of Tax you will deliver the Group Tax Strategy, with primary responsibility for all UK corporate taxes, including corporation...

  • Head of Tax

    4 weeks ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Ecclesiastical Insurance Group Full time

    Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Duration: Permanent Location: Gloucester Job Ref: 040724About the role Benefact Group, are looking for a Head of Tax to join our  Group Finance Team in our Gloucester office.As Head of Tax you will deliver the Group Tax Strategy, with primary responsibility for all UK corporate taxes, including...

  • Commercial Officer X 2

    2 months ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Ministry of Defence Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 285954**Salary**: - £33,830**Job grade**: - Higher Executive Officer- C2**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - MOD - Head Office & Corporate Services - The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is the UK Government’s fourth largest spending Department with a budget exceeding £36Bn per year and net assets valued...

  • Head of Customer Proposition

    2 months ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Benefact Group Full time

    **Working hours**:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday **Duration**:Permanent **Location**:Gloucester **Job ref**:202296 **About the role***: **Ecclesiastical Insurance**, who are proudly part of **Benefact Group**, are looking for a **Head of Customer Proposition** to join our** Gloucester **office. As Head of Customer Proposition you will lead the...

  • Head of Finance

    3 weeks ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Focus Resourcing Group Full time

    Our established and successful client, a leading not-for-profit organisation, are recruiting for a Head of Finance & Operations to join them on a permanent basis.In this key strategic role, you work in partnership with the CEO, executive team, and the board to effectively manage the organisation's finances and core operational services in line with the...

  • Compliance Monitoring Manager

    2 months ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Babcock International Group Full time

    Job Title: Compliance Monitoring ManagerLocation: Staverton, Gloucestershire + Onsite with Hybrid Working Arrangements Compensation: Competitive + BenefitsRole Type: Full time and Permanent Role ID: SF At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Compliance Monitoring Manager at our...

  • Head of Staffing

    1 month ago

    Gloucester, United Kingdom Freemans Event Partners Full time

    Are you a dynamic and innovative leader who wants to join a fast paced and exciting events industry? As we expand and develop our Food & Beverage division of the brand, we are looking for a Head of Staffing to lead an exciting newly formed team. You will play a crucial role in shaping the success of an event staffing team bringing your expertise and...