Vice-President, Compliance in Torrance, California at MOTER Technologies, Inc.
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Job Description
MOTER Technologies, Inc. (“MOTER”) is unlocking the world of connected vehicle data to power innovative products and services for the automotive, mobility, and insurance industries. Our edge-computing-based advanced data analytics and software platform transforms vehicle data into actionable insights that drive the next generation of driver scoring, risk analytics, and insurance solutions.
MOTER is modernizing the insurance industry by equipping insurers with real-time vehicle insights to enhance underwriting, streamline claims, and improve risk assessment. To drive this transformation, MOTER is building white-labeled insurance products for some of the most recognized brands in the automotive industry. These offerings leverage the full suite of MOTER’s connected vehicle data solutions—including next-generation telematics and claims visualization tools—bridging the gap between automakers and insurers, accelerating innovation, and delivering measurable value across the mobility ecosystem.
The Vice-President, Compliance is a senior executive responsible for developing, leading, and continuously improving MOTER’s enterprise-wide corporate and insurance compliance program.
This role serves as the organization's primary leader for compliance matters including policy development and reporting requirements associated with the company’s majority shareholder, MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, the top non-life insurance group in Japan. The Vice-President, Compliance will also serve as the subject-matter expert on U.S. insurance regulatory requirements applicable to MOTER's MGA operations, including licensing, underwriting, product development, claims, producer management, privacy, data use, consumer protection, market conduct, and regulatory reporting.
The Vice-President, Compliance will work closely with executive leadership, Underwriting, Claims, Product, Engineering, Data Privacy, Finance, Operations, and external legal counsel and carrier partners, to ensure that the company's products, processes, technology, and business practices comply with applicable federal and state requirements.
This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted-line relationship to the President & Chief Insurance Officer.
- Develop, implement, and oversee MOTER’s enterprise-wide insurance compliance program, policies, controls, and governance.
- Serve as the primary subject-matter expert on federal and state insurance regulatory requirements applicable to MOTER’s MGA operations.
- Monitor regulatory developments and advise executive leadership on compliance risks, requirements, and business implications.
- Partner with Underwriting, Claims, Product, Engineering, Data Privacy, Finance, Operations, and external counsel, and carrier partners to ensure compliant products, processes, technology, and business practices.
- Oversee insurance licensing, underwriting, claims, product, producer, market conduct, consumer protection, privacy, data use, and regulatory reporting compliance.
- Lead regulatory examinations, audits, inquiries, and remediation activities with state Departments of Insurance and other regulators.
- Establish and oversee compliance monitoring, testing, reporting, and training programs.
- Oversee company contract compliance and management, including monitoring contractual obligations, compliance requirements, renewals, and related controls.
- Provide internal and external audit support to essential business functions, including coordinating audit activities, responding to information requests, reviewing findings, and overseeing remediation and corrective actions.
- Manage compliance obligations and relationships with carrier partners, including delegated underwriting authority requirements.
- Provide regular risk compliance reporting and recommendations to executive leadership.
- Build and scale the compliance function to support MOTER’s continued growth, innovation, and evolving regulatory requirements.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, insurance, risk management, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in insurance compliance within the property and casualty (P&C) industry.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance regulations, including state insurance laws and regulations, NAIC standards, and applicable federal requirements.
- Significant experience with U.S. insurance regulatory requirements and working with state Departments of Insurance (DOIs).
- Demonstrated experience supporting an MGA, insurance carrier, broker, insurtech, or other regulated insurance organization.
- Strong knowledge of insurance regulatory requirements related to underwriting, claims, licensing, market conduct, producer management, product development, and consumer protection.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership, regulators, carrier partners, and employees.
- Strong understanding of insurance technology, data-driven insurance models, and technology-enabled insurance operations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with the majority shareholder’s compliance team in Japan.
Preferred
- Experience with commercial auto, fleet, mobility, telematics, usage-based insurance, or other technology-enabled insurance products.
- Experience with AI, predictive analytics, automated underwriting, and other data-driven insurance technologies.
- Proven ability to build, implement, and scale compliance programs in a high-growth Insurtech or startup environment.
- Experience managing carrier relationships and compliance requirements associated with delegated underwriting authority.
- Torrance, CA - Hybrid (Tuesday and Thursday in office)
- Remote options may be available for candidates living outside the LA Metro teleworking area.
DEGREE OF TRAVEL
- 15-20%
- For California based hires, the annual salary range is $175,000-$200,000/year depending on experience.
- This is an exempt position.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage; basic life and long-term disability insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Account (FSA); generous paid time off and holiday pay; and a 401(k) with company match.
- Complimentary catered office lunches.
- Flexible office hours to support work-life balance.
- A collaborative culture where your input directly impacts the product and company trajectory.
- A health and wellness-focused work environment with team social events.
- Business casual dress code.
EEO STATEMENT
MOTER Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
If you require accommodation or assistance with your application, please contact our Human Resources department at (424)322-9518.