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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 Senior Analyst - Appointed Representative oversight to support our Compliance UK&I team. This is a great opportunity for someone who has the expertise to provide assistance with the design and the approach for Appointed Representatives (ARs) combined with overseeing the diligence review of all AR/IAR firms within the UK&I Retail Pillar to meet regulatory expectations.
Our AR oversight 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:
Overseeing the diligence review of all AR/IAR firms within the UK&I Retail Pillar to meet regulatory expectations.
Liaising directly with stakeholders to discuss and investigate questions arising from due diligence.
Input into the overall compliance report/annual report to Board, drafting relevant sections, and ensuring that any clarification questions or required remedial actions are flagged with an appropriate level of clarity and prominence.
Driving forward the completion of agreed oversight interactions, through direct activity or through stakeholder management, helping to ensure that all businesses meet common standards.
Knowledge:
Strong UK regulatory technical knowledge and experience of ARs in the insurance sector.
Strong knowledge of FCA requirements specifically relating to general insurance products within ICOBs & PS22/11 relating Appointed Representatives.
Practical knowledge of the key compliance policies / procedures / frameworks expected of an FCA regulated insurance intermediary.
Skills:
Previous Involvement and experience in compliance focussed oversight.
Experience of shaping and delivering regulatory training.
Proven ability to anticipate and adapt to changing regulatory standards.
Ability to write concise and impactful reports.
Excellent investigative skills, with an ability to accurately analyse information.
Experience of direct interaction with the regulator an advantage.
Qualifications:
Industry recognised compliance qualifications beneficial but not essential.
Dip CII or above, unless able to evidence significant relevant experience with a strong record of delivery to a high level 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.
