Regulatory Interaction Officer

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.

The role

At Howden, the Central Compliance role is vital in supporting UK&I Retail, UK & Global Specialty, and UK Reinsurance. The candidate chosen will be integral in leading all aspects of interactions with the FCA and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You'll be involved in preparing regulatory submissions, overseeing data and returns, and supporting licensing and regulatory change initiatives. This is a great opportunity for someone with a couple of years' experience in financial services compliance who is ready to take on a broader, more dynamic role.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing regulatory applications including SM&CR approvals and variations of permissions
• Coordinating and submitting regulatory returns, data and attestations across UK broking entities
• Supporting the maintenance and renewal of overseas licences
• Assisting with FCA information requests through collation and assessment of relevant data
• Reviewing and analysing regulatory data for accuracy and completeness
• Liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate regulatory submissions
• Supervising regulatory developments and supporting change initiatives
• Employing FCA platforms like Connect and RegData for handling submissions and updates
• Supporting the Regulatory Interaction and Change team with ad hoc compliance projects
• Ensuring documentation and records are maintained in line with regulatory expectations

Who we're looking for

• Expereince working in a compliance position within the financial services sector
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data handling
• A quick learner who thrives on new challenges
• Experience in analysing and interpreting data
• Exposure to FCA regulatory requirements and processes
• Comfortable leading multiple partners, ideally including senior managers
• A self-starter who can work independently with appropriate support
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience in insurance sectors such as retail, commercial or London Market (desirable)
• Familiarity with international licensing applications and financial reporting (desirable)

Qualifications

• Relevant compliance or insurance qualifications (desirable but not essential)
• Training or experience using FCA systems such as Connect and RegData

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