About the Company:

Kota is making insurance and retirement benefits as accessible as modern software. We do this across the Kota Platform - the world’s first fully integrated benefits platform and Kota Embed - our embedded insurance and retirement product for platforms.

Our mission is to make insurance and benefits more accessible and delightful to this generation of employees.

Kota was started in 2022 and has raised €7.6m from Europe’s top technology investors, including EQT Ventures, Northzone, Frontline and angels, including Job Van Der Voort of Remote, Romain Huet, formerly of Stripe, now Open AI, David Clarke formerly of Workday. The companies our investors have previously backed or built include the likes of Spotify, Airbnb, Klarna, Truelayer, Snapchat, Workday, Personio, Workvivo, Pointy, Workable, Wayflyer and more.

Role Overview

This is a broad and dynamic role where you will gain experience across compliance, risk, legal, and IT security. As Kota is a small and fast-growing company, you will be involved in a variety of areas and projects, contributing directly to the company's success.

As the Compliance Manager, you will report to and work alongside the Head of Risk and Compliance and will play a pivotal role in maintaining the company’s regulatory compliance and risk framework
This is a Controlled Function role under the Central Bank of Ireland’s Fitness and Probity regime

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance frameworks related to insurance distribution, data protection, and financial crime prevention.

• Monitor regulatory developments from the CBI, FCA, and other EEA regulators, ensuring timely implementation of new requirements.

• Implement and maintain risk and compliance policies, aligning them with industry best practices.

• Conduct internal compliance audits, risk assessments, and monitoring programs.

• Develop and deliver compliance training for employees, fostering a strong culture of regulatory awareness.

• Ensure effective AML/CFT policies and procedures are embedded across the organisation.

• Manage the Fitness and Probity process to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with internal teams, including go-to-market, product, engineering, and technology, to integrate compliance into business operations.

• Support the Head of Risk and Compliance in managing regulatory relationships and reporting obligations.

• Assist with internal management and Board reporting.

• Provide compliance support for new product launches and business initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• 3+ years experience in compliance, risk, or legal roles within the insurance, insurtech, or financial services sector.

• Background in a fast-paced, start-up, or scale-up environment is advantageous.

• Relevant qualifications in compliance, risk management, or financial regulation (e.g., LCOI, ICA, ACAMS, or similar).

• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

• Proactive and adaptable, with the ability to take initiative and work independently.

• Strong prioritisation and organisational skills.

• Ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements and apply them effectively to business operations.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with regulators and internal stakeholders.

What We Value

At Kota, we foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and knowledge-sharing. We value individuals who:

• Are approachable and clear in their communication.

• Build strong working relationships and contribute to a supportive team environment.

• Demonstrate accountability and adaptability in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

• Health Insurance via Kota (€1,600 toward a plan of your choice)

• Access to a Workplace Pension with matched contributions up to 5% via Kota

• WFH stipend to support your home office needs

• Generous Paid Time Off - work hard and take the time you need

• Annual company-wide offsite

  
  We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.