Compliance Apprentice

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Compliance Apprentice

  • Location:

    United Kingdom

  • Contact:

    Janine Moodley

  • Contact email:

    janine.moodley@equitycity.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    814

  • Published:

    20 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-08-01

Job Title: Compliance Apprentice
Location: London
Salary Range: £26,000
Type: Permanent | Hybrid

Overview
This is an excellent opportunity to launch a career in Compliance within the London insurance market. As part of a structured two-year apprenticeship programme, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting a wide range of compliance and regulatory activities while working towards a recognised Level 3 Compliance & Risk Officer Apprenticeship, including an industry-recognised compliance qualification.
Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll develop the technical, professional and behavioural skills needed for a successful career in insurance, with access to ongoing learning, development and professional qualifications throughout the programme.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer compliance systems, including managing user access, logins, due diligence requests and supporting regulatory registration processes.

  • Provide administrative support across a variety of compliance activities, including responding to queries, managing approvals and monitoring shared inboxes.

  • Maintain accurate records, policies, documentation and management information within internal systems.

  • Develop an understanding of insurance regulation, market best practice and regulatory expectations within the London Market.

  • Support regulatory processes, including submissions, registrations and market-related administration.

  • Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and provide excellent administrative support.

  • Maintain and update internal compliance guidance, documentation and information resources.

  • Assist with a range of compliance processes, including Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR) administration, regulatory horizon scanning, annual attestations, regulatory reporting schedules and financial crime monitoring activities.

  • Support the preparation of internal and external compliance reports by gathering, analysing and summarising information from various systems.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and assist with ad hoc compliance projects as required.

What We're Looking For
You'll be well suited to this opportunity if you:

  • Have a genuine interest in regulation, governance and the insurance industry.

  • Enjoy problem-solving and have a naturally curious and analytical mindset.

  • Possess excellent attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work.

  • Are highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

  • Have strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Enjoy working collaboratively within a team while also taking ownership of your responsibilities.

  • Are enthusiastic about learning, developing professionally and building a long-term career in compliance.


What You'll Need

  • GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above.

  • A-Level qualifications (or equivalent) with grades A*–C.

  • A genuine interest in compliance, risk, regulation or financial services.

  • Good IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office applications.

  • A proactive attitude, strong organisational skills and willingness to learn.


What's on Offer

  • Competitive starting salary of £26,000.

  • Performance-related discretionary bonus.

  • Fully funded Level 3 Compliance & Risk Officer Apprenticeship, including a recognised professional compliance qualification.

  • Ongoing learning and professional development throughout the programme.

  • Hybrid working model, typically consisting of three days per week in the office.

  • Excellent opportunity to establish a long-term career within the London insurance market.