IT Risk Assurance Analyst

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Howden Group Holdings Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an IT Risk Assurance Analyst to join our central IT Governance team at Howden Group Holdings.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of an IT internal control framework based on COBIT principles.

This will involve managing risk, facilitating internal and external audits, and improving current IT risk management policies and standards.

The role is based in our Central London office and follows a hybrid work pattern with an expectation to be onsite 3 days per week on average.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the IT internal control framework and ensure its alignment with Howden's objectives.
  • Embed the framework into the Organisation through implementation workshops and training sessions.
  • Assist with streamlining the framework to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Identify changes to the framework that will improve efficiency and effectiveness, including eliminating duplicate/redundant controls and increasing automation.
  • Ensure continuous improvement of the framework to follow a top-down risk-based approach.
  • Liaise with countries on questions arising from the framework to drive consistency across the Group.
  • Manage the implementation of the framework to new countries brought into scope.
  • Provide regular training and awareness to the community on IT Risks and Controls and the operation of the attestation platform.
  • Run the management self-attestation programme on a quarterly basis, including evaluating and consolidating results, monitoring exceptions, and reviewing remediation plans.
  • Assess key applications and provide expertise for SOX and DORA.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a similar IT role with responsibility for IT internal controls and processes, preferably in the insurance sector or financial services industry.
  • Experience of working on large projects or programmes within IT Change.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of IT internal controls and familiarity with COBIT or other similar IT risk management standards.
  • General knowledge and work experience in Risk Management or related fields such as Audit, IT Security, or Business Continuity.
  • Familiarity with the controls related to the EU Digital Operational Resilience Act.

What We Offer

At Howden Group Holdings, we value diversity and are looking for individuals who share our values:

  • We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges.
  • We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure our positions align well with your needs.


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