Job Description

Description

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We are looking for an Assistant Compliance Business Partner to join our Compliance function within our Health, Wealth & Career business - a core area focused on improving employee wellbeing, financial security, and organizational performance through integrated solutions in benefits, retirement, investments, and more. The The WTW Compliance Function's within HWC aim is to proactively support the Company to generate sustainable value, helping the company to deliver good client outcomes, manage its conduct, protect against regulatory risk, and to maintain strong business and regulatory relationships.



As an Assistant Compliance Business Partner, you'll be a trusted partner to the business and a key contributor to the team's aim of maintaining an efficient, independent Compliance Function and framework.

The Role:

Establish and maintain an independent Compliance Function and annual Compliance Plan tailored to business needs. Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on internal policies, procedures, and controls. Support compliance risk assessments and provide commercially aware, risk-based advice to stakeholders. Identify compliance training needs and deliver targeted programs with business input. Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing pragmatic guidance and effective challenge on regulatory and conduct matters. Collaborate with operational teams to embed compliance best practices that balance regulatory expectations with business needs. Conduct monitoring activities aligned with the Compliance Plan, escalating material issues and breaches appropriately. Deliver accurate compliance metrics and respond to internal/external audit requests. Foster strong relationships across Legal, Risk, Internal Audit, and other key functions to support the Three Lines of Defence model.

Qualifications

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The Requirements:

Essential

Sound general regulatory and anti-financial crime knowledge/understanding required. A good understanding of regulatory standards as applicable to an insurance business. Ability to work, both individually and as a team, under pressure to tight timelines and without direct supervision. Commercial awareness - a commercial and pragmatic approach to managing compliance risks. Proactive and a self-starter. Excellent analytical problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing. Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels to promote an effective and business focused compliance culture. Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining excellent understanding of regulatory developments.

Desirable

Skills and experience using AI applications, e.g. copilot. Progress towards, or completion of, a relevant insurance (e.g. CII), compliance (e.g. ICA/FICA) or data-science qualification.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organization. We embrace all types of diversity.



At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a" hybrid" style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and "hybrid" is not a one-size-fits-all solution.



We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email candidate.helpdesk@willistowerswatson.com.