Risk & Compliance Manager
London, Full-Time
As QBE Capital continues to evolve in support of QBE’s strategic priorities, we’re offering an exciting opportunity within our Risk & Compliance function. This is a chance to influence strategic decision making, interface with senior stakeholders and strengthen our risk culture and ensure we meet the highest standards of compliance and regulatory integrity.
If you’re a confident professional with a strong background in risk management and compliance, and you thrive in an environment where you can drive meaningful change, please apply!
Your New Role
Within this role you’ll partner with QBE Capital’s leadership, provide oversight and offer expert advice on key risks, compliance and regulatory matters. You’ll model our QBE DNA (values) to drive continuous improvement in risk maturity, and champion a transparent, positive risk and compliance culture that strengthens QBE Capital’s strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with QBE Capital business leaders and employees to effectively implement QBE's Risk Management Strategy and Enterprise Risk Management Framework
Provide independent oversight and challenge on the efficacy of Line 1 risk management practices and processes, identifying deficiencies and drive resolution
Conduct Deep-dives, targeted assurance reviews and advisory exercises across each of QBE's Material Risk Classes and QBE Capital's Top Risks
Provide dedicated Line 2 support and counsel to QBE Capital's London based senior leadership
Interaction with senior stakeholders inc. Non-Executive Directors and the Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA)
Identify opportunities that support and strengthen QBE Capital's role as the Groups principal exposure and capital management vehicle and QBE's strategic objectives
Continually enhance the Company's risk management maturity by critically evaluating application of core ERM and Compliance framework components, as a Class 4 Insurer
Coordinate key Risk related regulatory filings as part of annual submission to the BMA
About You
Extensive understanding of risk, compliance and governance frameworks, within a Risk and / or Compliance role
Knowledge of the Bermuda regulatory regime and its application within reinsurance
Experience working within the 3 lines of defence model, particularly in assurance or oversight functions
Familiarity with reinsurance and risk transfer mechanisms and related financial concepts such as exposure management, capital adequacy and actuarial principles
Demonstrated capability in change management and stakeholder engagement, driving initiatives that enhance compliance culture
Strong communication and presentation skills, able to influence and articulate complex risk issues to senior stakeholders
Why QBE? At My Best
At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that’s why we have created “At My Best”. It’s our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It’s in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA.
We’re an international insurer that’s building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner. We can never really predict what’s around the corner, but at QBE we’re asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future – helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage.
QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation.
With more than more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, we’re big enough to make a real impact, but small enough to provide a friendly workplace, where people are down-to-earth, passionate, and kind.
At My Best - QBE Benefits
You are more than your work – and QBE is more than a workplace, which is why we provide you with the benefits, support and flexibility to help you concentrate on living your best life personally and professionally. We offer an extensive choice of other options to suit you!
QBE Awards
Some of the award’s QBE are proud to have won, been a finalist for, and shortlisted for include;
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2025: Winner: Commercial Lines Insurer of the Year,
Winner: Reinsurer of the Year - QBE Re, Winner: ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year, Winner: Insurance Personality of the Year - Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance
AXCO Global Insurance Awards 2024 Winner: Network Management of the Year
Insurance Business UK 5-Star Cyber Awards 2024: QBE rated as a 5-Star Cyber Insurer
UK IT Industry Awards 2023 Winner: Green Technology Innovation of the Year
Working Dads Employer Awards 2023 Winner: Parental Policies Award
Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 2023: QBE rated as a 5-Star Employee
You can view all our awards here
Inclusion of Diversity
We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in. We are proud to have partnerships with organisations such as Stonewall and Working Families, and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles and Race at Work charter helps keep us accountable and transparent. For more information on our strategy targets please take a look at our Careers Page
Accessibility
Here at QBE, we are promoting an accessible workplace for all, which includes supporting candidates to perform at their best during their recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please make your Talent Acquisition contact aware.
ESG & Sustainability
At QBE, we believe that integrating sustainability into our business helps us deliver on our purpose of enabling a more resilient future. Our three key focus areas include fostering an orderly and inclusive transition to a net-zero economy, enabling a sustainable and resilient workforce, and partnering for growth through innovative, sustainable, and impactful solutions. For further information regarding QBE’s sustainability targets, including our net-zero pledges and inclusion of diversity targets, and our award-winning impact investment initiative ‘Premiums4Good’, please visit our Sustainability homepage and read our latest Sustainability Report
What next? If you have a passion to contribute to QBE’s vision of enabling a more resilient future for our customers and the community, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the “apply” button to submit your CV and other relevant documents, and a member of our friendly Talent Acquisition team will be in contact to discuss your interest further if you meet the requirements of the role.
We believe this is our moment – what if it was yours too?
APPLY NOW and let’s make it happen!
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Business Management, Commercial Acumen, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Influencing Others (Inactive), Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation Strategies, Risk Reporting, Stakeholder ManagementApplication Close Date: 20/11/2025 11:59 PMHow to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.