Head of Risk and Compliance

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: Griffin Fire
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At Zego, we understand that traditional motor insurance holds good drivers back. It's too complicated, too expensive, and it doesn't reflect how well you actually drive. Since 2016, we have been on a mission to change that by offering the lowest priced insurance for good drivers.

From van drivers and gig workers to everyday car drivers, our customers are the driving force behind everything we do. We've sold tens of millions of policies and raised over $200 million in funding. And we’re only just getting started. ROLE OVERVIEW

As the Head of Risk and Compliance you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing Zego's risk management and compliance strategies. You will ensure that the business operates within regulatory requirements while proactively managing risks to safeguard customers, stakeholders, and Zego. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance regulatory obligations with commercial objectives in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment. WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON

Risk Management:

Your role will be central to keeping Zego on solid ground, ensuring the business is prepared for the challenges of a fast-moving and competitive industry while prioritizing good customer outcomes. Here’s what that means in practice: You’ll refine and strengthen Zego’s existing risk management framework, ensuring it remains aligned with strategic goals and incorporates a focus on protecting customer interests. You’ll keep a watchful eye on risks across all areas of the business: financial, operational, IT-related, regulatory, or reputational. You’ll oversee the implementation of scalable risk controls and monitoring processes. You’ll work to deepen Zegons’ understanding of risk management at all levels. Compliance Management:

Compliance isn’t just about ticking boxes, it’s about building trust and ensuring Zego consistently delivers on its promises to customers. You’ll lead the way by: Supporting the team to monitor FCA requirements and other regulatory obligations. Refining and enhancing compliance policies and procedures. Leading the team to conduct regular reviews and audits of the Compliance Monitoring Programme. Reporting:

Effective reporting is vital to governance, ensuring transparency, accountability, and a commitment to good customer outcomes. You’ll ensure reporting mechanisms are robust and aligned with regulatory expectations. You’ll prepare and present detailed reports to the Board, Risk Committees, and other stakeholders. You’ll manage the preparation and submission of regulatory filings. In the event of regulatory breaches, you’ll lead the response and reporting process. Operational Leadership:

You’ll lead by example, ensuring Risk and Compliance delivers real impact while keeping customer needs at the forefront: You’ll mentor Risk and Compliance team members. As Zego develops and launches new products, you’ll ensure they meet regulatory requirements. Support the Director of Legal and Regulatory Affairs in building a high-performing team. Help foster a culture of excellence, trust, and accountability. HOW WE WORK

We believe that teams work better when they have time to collaborate and space to get things done. We call it Zego Hybrid. Our hybrid way of working is unique. We don't mandate fixed office days. Instead, we foster a flexible approach that empowers every Zegon to perform at their best. We ask you to spend at least one day a week in our central London office. BENEFITS

We reward our people well. Join us and you’ll get a market-competitive salary, private medical insurance, company share options, generous holiday allowance, and a whole lot of wellbeing benefits. And that’s just for starters. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. #LI-Hybrid #LI-IL1

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