Compliance Manager

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

Compliance Manager

Role Highlights

• Stockholm or Copenhagen based role with hybrid working
• Scope is the Nordics region
• Role reporting into the Head of Compliance for Europe and our General Manager for the Nordics

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for a Compliance Manager to join our European Compliance team. This role aims to provide compliance assurance in respect of legal and regulatory requirements, implement the compliance framework while collaborating with all internal and external stakeholders and support the delivery of compliance initiatives across Europe as required. A good knowledge of Swedish, Danish, and Norwegian insurance compliance obligations, next to a working knowledge of general European insurance compliance obligations, are essential for this position.

The position will be based in Stockholm or Copenhagen, and you will report into the Head of Compliance for Europe, based in Brussels, and our Branch Manager for the Nordics. Remote work is possible to a certain extent. Some travel within Europe will be required as and when appropriate (travel frequency expected not to exceed two single day trips monthly).

You will be part of the European Compliance team and have frequent engagement with team members across our branch locations (Belgium, France, Italy, Spain, Germany, The Netherlands), next to local business stakeholders.

About QBE

At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.  

We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.

Your New Role

 Compliance 

• Support the Compliance department in implementing the Compliance Action Plan, integrating key objectives and compliance culture as required for our Nordics branch.

• Maintain detailed knowledge of, monitor and assess relevant legal, regulatory or sectorial requirements for (re)insurance undertakings, across all relevant compliance domains.

• Act as Compliance Manager for our Nordics countries and business, i.e., take charge of compliance advisory and review activities in relation to Swedish and Danish host state insurance compliance obligations, next to Norwegian insurance compliance obligations.

• Assist in the delivery of European compliance initiatives, both for the Branch and transversal across the organisation.

• Provide advice to the business on interpretation of and adherence to EU and Nordics compliance requirements, and engage with the various local business partners in the Nordics and other Europe or UK central functions as appropriate.

• Review and monitor internal controls for adequacy of design and operating effectiveness, as well as support the implementation of the Monitoring Plan.

• Assist in development and delivery of relevant compliance policies and training to the business as required.

• Act as local Compliance contact point with the relevant regulatory bodies and ensure regulatory processes and reporting are being effectively carried out.

Risk Management

• Assist in identification, tracking, assessment, reporting and resolution of compliance risk

• Assist the business in raising issues and incidents on the internal risk management system

• Assist the business in the design of appropriate control measures

About You

• Minimum 3 years of experience in compliance within an EU (re)insurance undertaking, bank or insurance intermediary or law office, with personal exposure to insurance distribution compliance activities (not confined to financial crime prevention obligations)
• Master’s degree in law, economics or equivalent by a combination of knowledge and experience.
• Up-to-date knowledge of key compliance obligations for non-life insurers according to Swedish, Danish and EU law.
• Fluent in Swedish or Danish and English (verbal and in writing).
• Able to analyse business cases, extract potential compliance issues and synthetise into concise memos with clear recommendations understandable by non-compliance colleagues.

• Impeccable personal and professional conduct, personal and professional integrity and propriety incumbent to the Compliance role.
• Able to take proactive ownership in compliance activities and projects.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Strong drafting and reporting skills.
• Process minded.
• Team player; able to engage with Compliance and business partners .
• Able to recognise and adapt to changing business requirements

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:

• ‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
• Meal vouchers
• Medical, Life insurance
• Pension fund
• Employer Contribution to public transports annual ticket

To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here

Awards & Recognition

We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:

• 2025 Winner of Reinsurer of the Year at the Insurance Post British Insurance Awards for QBE Re 

• 2025 Winner of ESG, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year at the Insurance Post British Insurance Awards 

• 2025 Winner of Insurance Personality of the Year at the Insurance Post British Insurance Awards for Chris Wallace, Executive Director UK insurance 

• 2024 Winner of Cyber Insurance of the Year at Swedish Brokers Association (SFM) for QBE Nordics 

To learn more about our achievements, click here

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today.

 Your career. At the heart of it. 

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Communication, Compliance Programs, Critical Thinking, Financial Management, Financial Products, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Prioritization, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Technical Support

How 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.