Calling all young compliance officers

A new compliance networking group – the Young Compliance Officers’ Group (YCOG) – has launched. The brainchild of Hiscox’s James Gibson, a Compliance Analyst within Hiscox’s Group Compliance team, the intention is for YCOG to become an active professional and networking support group for anyone under 35 years’ old who works in compliance within the UK insurance industry.

Commenting on the launch of YCOG, James Gibson says: “Compliance lacks the same sort of camaraderie that exists in the broking, underwriting and claims worlds. So, with the backing of Jason Jones, Hiscox’s Group Audit and Compliance Director, I decided to form YCOG with the intention of establishing a regular networking opportunity for younger compliance practitioners to connect with their peers, share best practice and discuss regulatory developments.

Since launch, YCOG has already attracted 100 members from 60 firms across London as well as an active social media presence. “I’ve been delighted by the response I’ve had since launching the group and I’ve already had huge support from the Lloyd’s Market Association. Ultimately the intention is to make this a nation-wide initiative but initially it will focus on the London Market,” adds Gibson.

Quarterly get together

The intention is for YCOG to meet every quarter and keep in touch via social media. The group will also get involved in mentoring schemes for more junior compliance professionals, as well as helping to promote the London Market’s diversity initiative.


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