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, and why we nurture and retain the best talent in the market. Whatever your priorities - work/life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering - you'll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
We are seeking a Manager - Appointed Representatives Oversight to support our Compliance UK&I team. This is a great opportunity for someone who has the expertise to shape and deliver oversight of Appointed Representatives (ARs) in the UK & I Retail in line with the AR Policy and framework. Our team is based in Gloucester and travel maybe required to attend other local offices. We are very proud to offer a supportive and engaging team environment, where you will feel welcome right from the start.
Please note this is a full-time, permanent opportunity. You will be based in our Gloucester office and be onsite for between 2-3 days per week.
Overview:
- Providing insightful reporting on compliance of ARs with regulatory standards to key stakeholders.
- Be the go-to person for everything involving AR oversight.
- Use appropriate verification techniques to assess compliance with required standards.
- Measure performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
- Produces regular MI, content of Annual AR self-assessment for Boards and tracking actions to conclusion.
- Managing the AR team to ensure successful delivery.
Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of FCA requirements specifically relating to Appointed Representatives, Systems and Controls (SYSC) and ICOBS.
- In depth knowledge of all the main areas of regulation applicable to the group including FCA regulation of the General Insurance and Employee Benefits sectors; GDPR and financial crime.
Skills:
- Creation and maintenance of Compliance policies and procedures relevant to the oversight of ARs.
- Strong technical knowledge and a full understanding of regulatory requirements applicable to group companies.
- An analytical mind and the ability to summarise complex documents in a concise way.
- Be assertive and be able to command respect with clear leadership and management skills and a commitment to developing others.
Qualifications:
- Industry recognised compliance qualifications beneficial but not essential.
- Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in providing specialist advice in the insurance market.
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
Our Culture: People First
We've travelled far since opening our first office in 1994. Back then we were local experts - based in London, with direct access to the world's biggest insurance market. We're still locals, and we still deliver the right advice and the right insurance to our clients. But now, we're local all over the world. With 15,000 global colleagues and a partner network spanning more than 100 territories, we are the largest independent insurance broker in the world. But our values haven't changed since day one, when we set out to create a company grounded in:
- An employee-ownership model
- Aligned external investors
- The trust and integrity born of friendship
- Expertise
- Independence
Our focus on being a people-first business has always been at the very heart of Howden. Our vision was to create an independent business with a unique culture; one that would survive and thrive as a business controlled by the people working for it. Our employee ownership model sets us apart in the market. It's created a culture of collaboration and innovation, where we're driven to think bigger and empowered to challenge convention.
Our flat structure and entrepreneurial spirit help us attract the best people and empower them to be the best version of themselves. And when we bring in and nurture great talent, more follows. That makes us better - and that's better for everyone.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Howden we consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status or family circumstances.