Compliance Analyst

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.  We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture.  As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations.

Job Description: Compliance Analyst

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

Reporting to the Head of Compliance (SMF-16) for AXIS Managing Agency Limited ("AMAL"), this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious compliance professional to accelerate their career within a dynamic and international insurance business.

Joining a supportive and experienced team, you will gain exposure to a diverse range of regulatory, governance and compliance matters, work directly with senior leaders and regulators, and contribute to meaningful projects across multiple jurisdictions. The role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, continuous learning and growth, making it an ideal position for someone looking to broaden their expertise and take the next step in their compliance career.

What will you do in this role?

• Support the design, implementation, monitoring and delivery of AXIS’s Compliance Plan to ensure the effective management of AXIS’s compliance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.

• Support day-to-day core compliance oversight and advisory activity, including alignment to Lloyd’s Principle Based Oversight Framework, and adherence to Lloyd’s licensing capabilities .

• Contribute to the enhancement and oversight of the AXIS regulatory compliance and corporate governance frameworks.

• Support in providing sound regulatory advice to the business, including sanctions and other financial crime matters.

• Engage with Lloyd’s, PRA and FCA in a positive manner and assist in responding to regulatory requests, regulatory reviews and inspections.

• Play a key role in the operation of SM&CR, partnering with senior stakeholders to coordinate regulatory applications and notifications, maintain governance documentation, and support compliance with regulatory obligations. Coordinate the timely and accurate completion of regulatory returns.

• Support with monitoring regulatory developments and assist with regulatory change projects in response to business needs, in collaboration with other functions.

• Assist in the preparation of compliance reports to senior management, Executive Committees and Boards of Directors.

• Support the performance of second-line Compliance monitoring activities.

• Assist in ad-hoc projects relating to the implementation of upcoming regulatory developments.

You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

About You:

We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

 What you need to have:

• At least one year’s experience in a Compliance Function within the Lloyd’s insurance market.

• Demonstrable knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations relating to insurance and/or financial services.

• Experience improving or implementing processes or procedures.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrable ability to work well under pressure as part of a fast-paced team.

• Highly organised, with the ability to work on your own initiative and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

What we prefer you to have:

• Experience dealing with the PRA and FCA, and other global regulators, such as the Central Bank of Ireland (‘CBI’) or Bermudan Monetary Authority (‘BMA’).

Role factors:

In this role, you will typically be required to attend the London office 3 days per week. You may be required to infrequently travel internationally.

What we offer:

You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.