Fianacial Services Risk Manager

4 days ago


Lancashire UK, North West England, United Kingdom LG select Ltd Full time

Outstanding opportunity to join this dynamic, fast paced Financial Services business in this newly created role.

We are looking for candidates who believe in making Risk more engaging to with wider business, this role is about breaking away from the traditional, rigid approach to risk management. Instead, it’s about building something effective and meaningful within a dynamic, growing business that values creativity and bold thinking

In order to successfully apply for this role, you must have:

  • Minimum 5 years of senior-level experience in a financial services role within a regulated environment
  • Experience in third-party servicer/supplier management and/or investment/portfolio risk.

Other risk, compliance, or audit-related experience may also be considered, particularly if you have significant experience in consumer credit

1. Key Accountabilities/Scope

  • Support and deputise for the Investment Risk Director, including attending committees/forums, decision-making, and reporting.
  • Develop and deliver the 1st Line Investment & Outsourcing Risk Framework, including:
  • Oversight of all group investment activity and approvals, ensuring regulatory due diligence and investment risk assessments are conducted.
  • Risk-based onboarding due diligence and ongoing oversight of the group’s outsourced service/supplier network.
  • Monitor macroeconomic and regulatory environments, assess impacts on processes, controls, and emerging risks, ensuring the risk framework remains fit for purpose.
  • Maintain and enhance policies/processes, including ensuring a clear audit trail, and managing workload allocation and prioritisation.
  • Define and improve risk metrics and data-driven risk reporting.
  • Collaborate with the Investment Risk Director to expand the scope of the Investment Framework to encompass broader business initiatives (e.g., contingent servicing).
  • Lead, mentor, and upskill the team to enhance knowledge and effectiveness.
  • Share best practices and support the business in making informed decisions and improving overall knowledge.

2. Experience/Knowledge

  • Minimum 5 years of senior-level experience in a financial services role within a regulated environment (essential).
  • Experience in third-party servicer/supplier management and/or investment/portfolio risk.
  • Proven experience in managing teams and engaging with key internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ideally, experience in navigating organisational growth or change at pace.
  • Strong understanding of relevant UK regulations (e.g., FCA, GDPR).

3. Traits/Soft Skills

  • Strong communicator, able to influence without authority or arrogance.
  • Big-picture thinker who can offer practical, compliant recommendations aligned with strategy.
  • Decisive and proactive yet seeks guidance when necessary.
  • Approachable, supportive, and fosters a risk culture that values integrity, transparency, and growth.


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