Compliance Assurance Lead

Want to do the best work of your life? Make your mark at Europe’s leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. 

What you'll do:

Based in London, this role will report into the Head of Risk and Compliance and will be responsible for designing and delivering risk-based assurance activity across Sky Protect. The role is key to ensuring that the business operates within the law and regulations that apply to Sky Protect.

• Provide day-to-day compliance guidance to business units, develop relevant UK policies, and maintain compliance frameworks.

•  Lead regulatory horizon scanning and provide risk-based analysis to guide Sky Protects strategic decisions.

• Investigate operational risk events, conduct root cause analysis, and implement control improvements.

•  Drive regulatory change projects and deliver clear progress reporting to senior management.

•  Develop and deliver insightful compliance reporting to assist the Head of Risk and Compliance with Executive and Board committees.

•  Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as legal, risk management, and internal audit, to ensure a coordinated approach to compliance

•  Oversee the review and approval of financial promotions across Sky Protects customer journeys to ensure they are compliant with internal policies and standards and FCA and ASA rules and regulations.

•  Keeping management informed of significant compliance issues and developments.

•  Completing ad-hoc reviews as requested by the Head of Risk and Compliance

• Represent Sky Protect in relevant meetings.

• Develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships across Sky Protect and the wider Group.

What you'll bring:

• Previous demonstrable experience in 2nd line Risk and Compliance within the general insurance sector

• Expertise in interpreting and applying FCA regulations, such as SYSC, PRIN, PROD, and the Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD).

•  Well organised with attention to detail

•  Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate compliance risks.

•  Strong organisational skills with the ability to work flexibly, with autonomy and prioritise own workloads

•  Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build relationships across a range of stakeholders.

•  The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure,

•  In-depth understanding of the FCA’s regulatory framework and requirements for insurance intermediaries, particularly in areas such as Consumer Duty, Product governance, Complaints and operational resilience.

•  Knowledge of risk management best practices, frameworks and how to apply them in an FCA-regulated environment.

•  A deep understanding of the insurance market, including household insurance products, customer needs, and the regulatory challenges specific to insurance distribution.

•  Strong background in policy and procedure writing, with a focus on best practice compliance and risk management frameworks.

•  Knowledge of financial crime regulations, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

• Understanding of GDPR and other relevant data protection regulations

•  Demonstrates high ethical standards and integrity in decision-making and must lead by example, ensuring that compliance is not just a regulatory box-ticking exercise but a core company value.

•  Takes initiative in identifying potential risks before they impact the business.

•  Friendly, approachable personality, fostering a positive working environment.

•  Must demonstrate the ability to strike a balance between regulatory compliance and commercial objectives, ensuring that the firm meets its legal obligations without stifling business innovation or growth.

•  Focused on ensuring that the firm treats its customers fairly and acts in their best interests.

•  While maintaining professionalism, the individual should not be afraid to bring a bit of personality to their work.

The Rewards:

There's a reason people can't stop talking about #LifeAtSky. Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few:

• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place

• A generous pension package

• Private healthcare

• Discounted mobile and broadband

• Access a wide range of exclusive Sky VIP rewards and experiences

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Your office base:

Osterley:

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There’s also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Why wait? 

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you. 

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. 

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about.

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.