Hastings Direct

A leading UK insurance company is seeking a Head of Risk & Compliance to oversee compliance and risk management. The successful candidate will shape risk frameworks, manage relationships with regulatory bodies, and ensure adherence to legal obligations. Candidates must have senior insurance risk management experience and a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks. The role offers competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible working environment.

Head of Risk & Compliance page is loaded Head of Risk & Compliancelocations: Gibraltartime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Head of Risk & Compliance Location - Gibraltar About Advantage & Hastings Advantage Insurance Company Ltd ("AICL") is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hastings Group, one of the largest and fastest growing personal lines insurers in the UK. Advantage is a digitally focused and Gibraltar-based insurer providing motor and home insurance to over four million customers in the UK. Hastings group, in turn, is a subsidiary of Sampo, the largest insurance Group in the Nordics.As part of Hastings, AICL delivers market leading pricing, claims, and digital operations. Critically for this role, Advantage also maintains responsibility for the robust capital management and investment management operations of the Group. Role Purpose As Head of Risk & Compliance, you'll lead the regulated functions on behalf of the Managing Director and Advantage Board. You'll ensure our continued compliance with GFSC and FCA requirements as the Hastings SII solo entity approved insurer and play a key role in shaping our risk and governance frameworks to support Advantage's strategic goals and legal obligations Job Details Lead and embed enterprise risk, compliance, and control frameworks in line with annual plans and HGH principles Own the ORSA process, including stress testing, resilience planning, and reporting Act as the Regulated Individual for Risk Management, Compliance, and MLRO functions Manage relationships with GFSC, FCA, GFIU, GRA, and other regulatory bodies Represent Advantage within the Group Risk leadership team and contribute to HGH matters Oversee corporate governance and ensure regulatory compliance across the business Resolve critical risk and compliance issues and lead assurance assessments Provide second-line challenge to conduct and outsourcing activities Ensure policies are proportionate, effective, and aligned with best practice Skills we would love you to have Senior-level experience in insurance risk management and compliance Strong understanding of Solvency II (especially Pillar 2) and regulatory frameworks Experience in underwriting, claims, audit, or governance is a plus Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Strategic thinking with the ability to make confident decisions A collaborative mindset and commitment to building high-performing teams Willingness to travel between Gibraltar and the UK as neededAs a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website Regrettably we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role Reward Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £6k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 5 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.

Welcome to Hastings Direct We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our pricing and data capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture.We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there - our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration and constructive challenge.We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change. Great pricing is built on trust, innovation and precision, so our aim is to ensure customers receive a fair and accurate price based on their individual risk, supporting fair outcomes, while delivering sustainable and profitable growth for our company.Pricing is more than just a number - it's a strategic capability. At the heart of Hastings is deep risk insight - continually improving how we assess, segment and price risk through data and analytics. Role overview As Head of Car Risk Pricing, you'll shape and deliver our underwriting risk pricing strategy, ensuring profitable growth, fair value for customers, and full regulatory compliance.Our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration, and constructive challenge. We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change.You'll be leading a high-performing pricing function of senior managers, managers and analysts- combining insurance expertise with advanced analytics to achieve some ambitious outcomes! Skills we would like you to have: Proven leadership experience running a pricing function in a fast-paced trading environment; general insurance background desirable (motor preferred) but not essential Strong technical expertise in pricing methodologies and analytics, with the ability to translate complex data and modelling outputs into actionable business strategies Commercially driven , balancing competing demands to deliver business value in a dynamic market Strategic thinker who sets a clear vision and delivers at pace; comfortable with test-and-learn and course correction Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across lean, agile organisations Experience we would like you to have Strategy & Delivery Own and execute the end-to-end risk pricing strategy for Car insurance. Keeping ahead of market, technology, consumer, and regulatory trends to ensure pricing decisions meet commercial objectives and deliver fair value and good customer outcomes Leadership Lead and develop a high-performing team of pricing specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Building clear ownership, operating rhythm, and talent pipelines to drive measurable outcomes Throughput & Impact Increase the cadence of price changes and clearly evidence value creation through improved loss ratios and competitive positioning. Communicating complex pricing insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions Innovation & Infrastructure Champion the use of advanced analytics and modern techniques to enhance pricing accuracy and efficiency. Modernise pricing infrastructure, processes, and evaluation methods to identify and remove subsidies faster than competitorsAs a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey.We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website. Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £6k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working -we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 5 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more .Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need.Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:06/02/2026and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.

A digital insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Head of Car Risk Pricing to lead and develop a high-performing pricing function. Responsibilities include shaping underwriting risk pricing strategy and using advanced analytics to enhance pricing accuracy. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in a fast-paced environment and the ability to communicate complex insights effectively. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working, and numerous benefits, including a car allowance and private medical insurance.

A leading digital insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Data Science Manager to transform their data capabilities. The role involves creating analytical tools and predictive models essential for pricing strategies. Candidates should have expertise in Python, SQL, and ML techniques, with significant contributions impacting business performance. Join a company that values innovation and offers flexible working, development opportunities, and a competitive package including bonuses and wellbeing programs. Empower your career in a dynamic environment.

Data Science Manager page is loaded Data Science Managerlocations: London / Hybrid: Bexhill / Hybrid: Leicester / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Job Title: Data Science Manager Location: Bexhill/Leicester/London - Hybrid Welcome to Hastings Direct We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our pricing and data capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture.We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there - our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration and constructive challenge.We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change. Great pricing is built on trust, innovation and precision, so our aim is to ensure customers receive a fair and accurate price based on their individual risk, supporting fair outcomes, while delivering sustainable and profitable growth for our company.Pricing is more than just a number - it's a strategic capability. At the heart of Hastings is deep risk insight - continually improving how we assess, segment and price risk through data and analytics. The Role: It's a very exciting time for us; we're transforming our business to become a truly data-led, digital first insurer, and we're looking for an Data Scientists to join us on our journey.The Senior Data Scientist will play a vital role in the evolution of cutting-edge data assets and predictive models that feed into Hastings' market-leading pricing activities.This will be a prominent role where the results of your contributions will be measurably felt in the performance of the business. We are looking for someone with an appetite for initiative, a curiosity for data exploration, and a desire to champion the latest machine learning (ML) techniques for creating production grade models. Accountabilities Your remit will include the following: Create and maintain analytical tools to support in the management of our risk portfolio. Develop best in-class models to predict claims outcomes, fraud and other risk KPIs. Engineer powerful new rating factors to be deployed into our rating algorithms. Identify, analyse and monetise new data sources. What we are looking for: Essential Experience building predictive models in a commercial environment. Keen interest in emerging ML techniques and their commercial value. Proficiency in Python and SQL. Strong communication skills. Ability to work cross-functionally with Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Actuaries and Pricing Analysts.Desirable Experience using cloud-based ML technologies. Proficiency in R. GitHub as a code collaboration tool.Personal Attributes Natural problem solver who loves building quality solutions to complex real-world challenges. Ability to work independently to deliver solutions to a well-defined set of requirements. Dynamic, flexible and delivery-focused work ethic required to adapt to a fast-paced environment Interview Process: Recruiter screening call1st Round - Intro call with Hiring manager2nd Round - Case study round What we will give you: Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our career's website Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award-winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more .Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.

A digital insurance provider is seeking a Data Science Manager to lead Telematics strategies in Leicester. The role involves influencing pricing based on driving data, managing a team of analysts, and robust analysis. Ideal candidates will have strong coding experience, especially in Python, and a good understanding of insurance principles, along with excellent communication skills. Flexible working conditions and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Data Science Manager - Telematics page is loaded Data Science Manager - Telematicslocations: Bexhill / Hybrid: Leicester / Hybrid: London / Hybridtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Job Title: Data Science Manager - Telematics Location: Bexhill/Leicester/London - Hybrid Welcome to Hastings Direct We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our pricing and data capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture.We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there - our Pricing, Data and Analytics community value curiosity, collaboration and constructive challenge.We are always looking for new ideas and diverse perspectives to question established thinking and drive meaningful change. Great pricing is built on trust, innovation and precision, so our aim is to ensure customers receive a fair and accurate price based on their individual risk, supporting fair outcomes, while delivering sustainable and profitable growth for our company.Pricing is more than just a number - it's a strategic capability. At the heart of Hastings is deep risk insight - continually improving how we assess, segment and price risk through data and analytics. The Role: Leading on our Telematics algorithm, enchaining its value for our customers (and in turn our business) by using the raw data to influence our pricing Hands on development supported by a small team that is only limited by the imagination of the individual in this role You'll be using the Telematics data set to manage our spread of risk and help to reduce prices for our customers based on their driving data as a opposed to traditional datasets Work with internal and external stakeholder to get the data you need and influence how that data might be presented to our customers Grounding all data and pricing decisions / practices in clear documented principles, as well as managing and developing processes that reduce the likelihood of errors occurring always with the customer in mind Ensure the customer is always delivered with a price that is fair, justifiable and in-line with our governance and processes Desire to continue learning new modelling techniques / finding new data sources to ensure we stay ahead of our competitors Managing and motivating a team of analysts to achieve the above outcomes What we are looking for: Strong Analysis and coding experience. Python preferred, but if experience is with other Comfortable working with and analysing numerical/statistical data Thirst for making change / Inquisitive, curious nature Collaborates well with colleagues from own team and other teams General insurance background/knowledge preferable Good communication skills, written and verbal Interview Process: Recruiter screening call1st Round - Intro call with Hiring manager2nd Round - Case study round What we will give you: Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more .Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.Job posting end date:and check out the what we offer tab to learn more.Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market.It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way.