Compliance Officer (Belgium)

Discipline: Audit, Risk & Compliance
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Alex
Contact email: alex@weareedenbrook.com
Job ref: J5345
Published: about 10 hours ago
Compliance Officer opportunity working with a rapidly growing specialty insurer where you will lead efforts to manage regulatory risk and shape key procedures that keep the business aligned with Board expectations. Key Responsibilities: -Promote a transparent and ethical business culture with fair treatment of clients. -Manage the relationship with Belgian regulators, minimizing regulatory risk. -Provide balanced regulatory advice that considers commercial needs. -Oversee communication and implementation of relevant regulatory requirements. -Report compliance gaps and regulatory changes to senior management and the Board. -Maintain clear records to demonstrate regulatory compliance. -Monitor adherence to regulatory timelines and compliance actions. -Gain Board approval for the annual compliance plan. -Collaborate with Risk and Internal Audit to strengthen the three lines of defence. -Recommend and support improvements to internal systems and controls. -Ensure staff receive required compliance training (minimum 15 hours annually). Key Skills and Experience: -Certified Compliance Officer (Certificate); -Excellent verbal and written communication skills both in English and in French/Dutch; -Good working relationship with the Belgian regulators; -At least 8 years of experience of working within insurance or financial sector companies in a legal/compliance role.