Junior Compliance Officer / Compliance Assistant Reporting into the Head of Compliance, the team works in a fast paced commercial environment where the ability to move between intense detail to broader strategy is essential. The ability to handle this range of activities (and the associated commercial pressure) on a "right first time basis" is critical. The Role The Compliance Assistant role will support the Compliance Manager in delivering training and servicing the international businesses, monitoring developments across overseas jurisdictions and communicating significant changes to the business. You will also drive forward departmental projects as required. You will be: * the first point of contact for compliance queries from business managers and support these managers by providing commercially viable advice and guidance * communicate compliance information to the business, provide training, and help to maintain consistency of approach across the business and meet regulatory requirements * assist with the completion of regulatory returns and forms and compiling information for regulators and auditors * undertake research into compliance law and regulations * manage compliance projects and reviews to ensure that we maintain best practice standards in each of our market areas * support senior members of the Compliance team in delivering advice and participate on compliance related projects as required to support the business The ideal candidate will fulfil the following list of requirements: * Ideally a graduate of a numerate subject, with strong A levels (or equivalent) * Previous experience in an insurance company, with knowledge of an FSA-regulated environment. Previous compliance experience is desirable but not essential. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of working with people at all levels, you must be able to operate independently as well as being a strong team player * Ability to analyse and interpret data and present the findings clearly * Highly results driven, with the drive and determination to succeed in a very fast paced environment where the ability to work unsupervised from time to time and meet deadlines is critical * Ability to combine intellectual abilities with a keen interest in people as this role will require significant interpersonal and negotiating skills * Ability to advise on the relevant regulatory framework and retain a sense of commercial reality * Be creative, proactive and innovative - does not accept the status quo * Good organisation and time management skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint * Either holding or studying for the ACII or a Compliance qualification would be advantageous but is not essential For Further details please contact Tony Martin or Tony Massenhove. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Vacancy Summary Job TypePermanent LocationEssex Start DateASAP DurationPermanent Salaryto £26,000 Ref No:129462-MS-719 Date Advertised17 Mar 2010 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Applying For This Position Unless otherwise stated, if applying for a job within the European Union, you must ensure that you are already authorised to work there. Apply Now Please Note There is no need to provide your bank account details when applying for a job. If you see a vacancy on Jobsite requesting bank account details please contact our Customer Support Team using our online contact form.