Head of Assurance

Head of AssuranceLocation: Largely remote with travel to Manchester and Peterborough when required.Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving assurance excellence across complex organisations? Markerstudy Group is looking for a Head of Assurance to lead our second line assurance function. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact across our growing and dynamic business.As Head of Assurance, you’ll take charge of designing, managing, and delivering the annual Assurance Plan across the group. You’ll provide critical oversight on how effectively we’re managing risks, meeting regulatory expectations, and ensuring positive outcomes for our customers.You will be a trusted advisor to the Board, Risk Committees, and Senior Executives, offering expert assurance insights and pragmatic solutions to improve our control environment. What You’ll Be DoingDevelop and deliver the Annual Assurance PlanLead and manage a high-performing team of 3–4 assurance professionalsProvide expert assurance reporting to executives and governance bodiesBuild strong relationships across the business to ensure effective risk oversightCollaborate closely with first and third-line assurance functionsSupport the Group CROs and Risk Director with strategic assurance initiativesWhat You’ll BringEssential:Experience within the insurance or financial services sectorUnderstanding of FCA regulatory requirementsProven experience leading assurance or audit functions in complex environmentsStrong knowledge of regulatory and risk landscapesAbility to influence and communicate with C-suite and senior leadershipExceptional problem-solving and analytical thinkingStrong people leadership and team development skillsWhy Join Us?At Markerstudy, we are a forward-thinking group where assurance is key to sustainable growth and customer trust. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of assurance across one of the UK’s most innovative insurance groups – all while working remotely in a highly collaborative and values-driven culture.

Created: 2025-08-02