Compliance Advice Lead
Location: Cardiff 

A leading UK insurer is seeking an experienced Compliance Advice Lead to head up their compliance advisory function. This is a key second line of defence role providing strategic regulatory advice and oversight across a complex, customer-focused business.

The Role:
  • Lead a team of compliance professionals, providing high-level regulatory advice and guidance across the business.
  • Act as the SME for compliance advice, ensuring regulatory obligations are met and good customer outcomes are achieved.
  • Provide oversight and challenge on product development, pricing, and regulatory change implementation.
  • Support and deputise for the Head of Compliance, including attendance at governance meetings and committees.
  • Mentor and develop the team to strengthen capability and compliance culture.
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and influence at strategic level.
About You:
  • Extensive compliance advice experience within general insurance (motor, household, or travel).
  • Proven leadership and team management experience within a compliance function.
  • Strong knowledge of FCA regulations and regulatory change management.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills – confident dealing with senior leaders.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to balance commercial and regulatory priorities.