Director of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs

At Honeycomb, we're not just building technology , we’re reshaping the future of insurance.

In 2025, Honeycomb was ranked by Newsweek as one of “America’s Greatest Startup Workplaces,” and Calcalist named it as a “Top 50 Israel startup.”

How did we earn these honors?

Honeycomb is a rapidly growing global startup, generously backed by top-tier investors and powered by an exceptional team of thinkers, builders, and problem-solvers. Dual-headquartered in Chicago and Tel Aviv (R&D center), and with 5 offices across the U.S., we are reinventing the commercial real estate insurance industry, an industry long overdue for disruption. Just as importantly, we ensure every employee feels deeply connected to our mission and one another.

With over $55B in insured assets, Honeycomb operates across 18 major states, covering 60% of the U.S. population and increasing its coverage.

If you’re looking for a place where innovation is celebrated, culture actually means something, and smart people challenge you to be better every day - Honeycomb might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Compliance and Regulatory Affairs to join our leadership team and ensure our operations meet the highest standards of regulatory and ethical compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the company's compliance programs, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards (with a focus on insurance).
• Monitor regulatory developments and proactively update company policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
• Lead internal audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance vulnerabilities and risks; develop/implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and supervise all regulatory filings, licensing, auditing, examinations, and communications.
• Assist the growth agenda: entering new states, new product lines, new jurisdictions — compliance readiness, and enablement.
• Build, scale, and mature our compliance infrastructure, processes, and operating system in alignment with “HiveOS”: establish compliance playbooks, standard contract templates, approval workflows, KPI dashboard, stakeholder servicing levels.
• Collaborate with legal, claims, product, and technology teams to ensure compliance is integrated into all business processes and product offerings.
• Design and deliver compliance training programs for employees at all levels.
• Investigate and resolve compliance issues, complaints, or violations, and report findings to senior management and the board as appropriate.
• Prepare and present regular compliance reports to the SL.
• Foster a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organization.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (JD, MBA, or similar) preferred.
• 7 years of experience in compliance, legal, or risk management roles within the insurance industry; insurtech experience is a strong plus.
• Deep knowledge of insurance regulations, data privacy laws, and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies and managing audits or examinations.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity.
• Hybrid availability: Must be able to work from our NYC office three days per week (Tuesday through Thursday)
  
  

Benefits

• Salary: $190K - $225K 20% bonus
• ISO stock options
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• HSA with company contributions
• 401(k) (non-matching)
• Flexible time off
• 10 company-paid holidays
• Paid family leave