Compliance Officer - Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Compliance OfficerHybrid – Central London | Up to £70K+ DOE | Real Estate & Probate Insurance | Bonus + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Compliance professional to join a successful, fast paced, and close-knit specialist insurance business.

With a strong market presence and around 50 employees, this is a key hire for a well-established team.

The business is well-regarded within its niche – primarily legal indemnity insurance across real estate and probate – and the successful candidate will need to hit the ground running with a good understanding of this complex regulatory space.

What you'll be doing:

• Taking full ownership of the Compliance function, working closely with senior leadership, including the COO and Operations Director
• Playing a key role in decision-making and strategic projects, with the autonomy to shape and develop the role further
• Ensuring the business remains fully compliant with FCA and broader regulatory requirements, including strong oversight of STA processes
• Acting as a key point of contact across the business, collaborating with underwriters, IT, and wider operational functions

What we're looking for:

• A compliance professional with solid experience in a regulated insurance (ideally Lloyds syndicate environment – preferably legal indemnity, probate, or real estate focused
• Someone confident, detail-oriented, and self-motivated – you’ll be trusted to take the lead and work independently
• An easy-going and diligent operator who thrives in a smaller business with minimal red tape and a flexible, agile approach
• Exposure to working in a hybrid model and comfortable being hands-on across the business
• Proven ability to influence, advise, and support senior stakeholders

Why apply?

• Competitive salary with flexibility for the right person – starting from £70K+
• Good benefits package including private medical, life insurance, salary sacrifice schemes, and annual bonuses
• Hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office / 2 from home)
• Join a collaborative, friendly, and supportive team in a business that acts quickly and gives you room to grow and shape your role

 If you’re a compliance expert looking for your next challenge within a specialist insurance setting – apply today or get in touch to discuss in confidence.

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment