Senior Risk Management Specialist

4 weeks ago

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Ecclesiastical Insurance Group Full time

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration: Permanent

Location: Gloucester

Job ref: 202941

Role Overview

Ecclesiastical Insurance, a proud member of the Benefact Group, is seeking a Risk Manager to enhance our Gloucester office.

This position involves spearheading first-line risk management within the UK General Insurance sector (UKGI), providing expert advice on risk-related issues, and advancing risk initiatives in accordance with the Group's risk management framework.

Being part of our rapidly growing and innovative Group offers an exceptional opportunity for career advancement and to become a vital component of an inclusive, purpose-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Implement the Group's risk management framework throughout UKGI via effective control systems to ensure operations align with Risk Appetite.
  • Serve as a key resource for risk expertise, guiding UKGI teams in the effective management of risk identification, reporting, and control.
  • Establish, maintain, and evaluate a risk profile for significant risks managed by UKLT, ensuring thorough risk identification and oversight.
  • Advise governance meetings, such as Risk Meeting and Customer and Conduct Council, regarding risks under their supervision.
  • Provide assurance on the design and efficacy of the risk management framework within UKGI.
  • Deliver clear, concise, and comprehensive reports on current and future risk exposures to support timely risk mitigation decisions.
  • Lead investigations into risk incidents, collaborating with various departments to analyze information and recommend necessary changes.
  • Oversee compliance with the UKGI Risk Appetite, engaging with management to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  • Continuously assess the effectiveness of control systems within UKGI, leading action plans to address identified deficiencies.
  • Coordinate the annual evaluation of compliance with the Group's risk management and policy framework through the Control & Risk Self-Assessment (CRSA).
  • Build strong relationships with Group Risk, Group Compliance, and Group Internal Audit to support overarching risk management objectives.
  • Proactively update Group Risk and assurance functions on significant developments and plans.
  • Facilitate stakeholder responses to monitoring reviews and ensure timely completion of actions, reporting progress to UKLT.
  • Develop policies, standards, training, and guidance to support the effective implementation of the risk management framework in UKGI.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
  • Relevant experience in financial services risk roles; risk management qualification is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of risk management principles and best practices in financial services.
  • Proven ability to cultivate effective relationships and influence key stakeholders, including directors and business managers.
  • Exceptional communication and influencing capabilities.
  • Demonstrates sound commercial judgment and the ability to devise practical solutions.
  • Proactive with strong analytical skills, adept at identifying underlying issues in complex scenarios and linking them to overall risk management strategies.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary - let's discuss it
  • Group Personal Pension - up to 12% employer contribution
  • Generous annual bonus scheme up to 30%
  • 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a holiday buy and sell scheme
  • An array of health and wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, income protection, and life assurance
  • Up to £300 annual personal grant to a charity of your choice
  • Encouraged to take at least one volunteering day per year
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Full study support to gain professional qualifications
About Us

Benefact Group is a unique international financial services Group comprising over 30 businesses. We are owned by a charity and are currently the UK's 3rd largest corporate donor, having contributed £200 million since 2016. Our ambition is to become the UK's number one corporate donor, with strategic objectives aimed at doubling the Group's size.

We believe in attracting, empowering, and rewarding talented individuals, providing excellent opportunities for career and personal growth. Our ethos of giving, 135-year history, and diverse operations have fostered a culture of kindness, ambition, and passionate individuals committed to continuous improvement.

At Benefact Group, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our community comprises individuals from various backgrounds, abilities, perspectives, beliefs, and interests, and we appreciate the strength this diversity brings to our Group. We welcome applications from all.

If you require any additional support during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Winner of the SoGlos Gloucestershire Business Awards 'Large Business' of the Year 2023

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