Compliance Manager

As a Compliance Manager at Aviva Specialty in the U.S., you will serve as a key member of the Compliance function within the second line of defense. You will design and execute compliance monitoring and testing, assess the effectiveness of first-line compliance controls, advise the business on regulatory requirements, and help translate laws, regulations, and industry standards into practical policies, procedures, and controls.

Responsibilities:

• Compliance Monitoring & Testing:
• Develop and implement a risk-based approach to monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of the first line's compliance program.
• Conduct compliance monitoring, testing, and thematic reviews to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of first-line controls and processes.
• Identify compliance gaps, control weaknesses, and areas of emerging risk.
• Collaborate with the first line to implement recommended improvements to the compliance program.

• Compliance Risk Assessment & Advisory:
• Conduct compliance risk assessments across the business and recommend mitigating strategies.
• Provide clear, practical guidance and advice to the business on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Support the first line with the interpretation and application of policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Policies, Procedures & Regulatory Change:
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, standards, and procedures aligned with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Stay current on industry developments and regulatory requirements.
• Recommend and support changes to policies, procedures, and controls as necessary.

• Regulatory Engagement, Audit Support & Reporting:
• Support the second line in responding to regulatory inquiries, examinations, and requests for information.
• Provide guidance and advice to the third line of defense in conducting audits and assessments related to compliance matters.
• Prepare clear, concise reports and presentations for senior management and governance forums.

• Training, Culture & Customer Outcomes:
• Develop and deliver training and learning programs to colleagues on compliance policies and procedures.
• Promote a strong culture of compliance, accountability, and sound risk management across the organization.
• Support the delivery of good customer outcomes.

Requirements:

• 5–8+ years of compliance, regulatory risk, audit, or legal experience within the insurance or financial services industry.
• Demonstrated experience designing and executing risk-based compliance monitoring and testing programs.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. insurance regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Solid understanding of the three lines of defense model.
• Strong analytical, written, verbal, presentation, and stakeholder-influence skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience within property & casualty and/or specialty commercial insurance.
• Relevant professional designations such as AIRC, CCEP, CRCM, CPCU, ARM, or a JD.
• Familiarity with excess and surplus lines, admitted markets, and delegated authority or program arrangements.
• Experience developing or delivering compliance training programs.

What You'll Gain:

• Competitive base salary ranging from $150,000 - $210,000.
• Compelling rewards package.
• Opportunity to help shape the compliance framework, policies, and culture of a newly established U.S. specialty insurance business.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Outstanding professional development and career growth opportunities.