Risk Assurance Manager

1 month ago


Leeds, United Kingdom UK Shared Services Ltd Full time

Summary

As a Risk Assurance Manager you will execute the annual Assurance plan, using expert judgement and a broad understanding of the Lowell business, its activities and its risks. Using professional expertise, including a wide range of Assurance techniques, you'll manage the execution of 2nd line Assurance reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
Your role is to make recommendations to Senior Management to increase efficiency and/or effectiveness of the control systems of the functions reviewed, to support the business in achieving its strategic objectives, managing its risks, and complying with regulatory requirements.
You'll support the Head of Risk Assurance with implementation and execution of Risk Assurance across the wider Group whilst having the opportunity to deputise for the Head of Risk Assurance where required.

Job Description

Risk Assurance Manager

Location: Leeds, Thorpe Park, Hybrid working.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Under the leadership of the Head of Risk Assurance, develop and maintain the annual risk-based assurance plan covering the Lowell Risk Universe, incorporating the business strategic objectives within the plan to ensure alignment with the organisation’s goals and objectives and coverage of key risks.Create and develop the scoping and testing approach for Risk Assurance reviews, keeping up to date with Assurance and Internal Audit best practice. This should include appropriate use of audit sampling techniques and identifying areas where automated data analysis approaches can be used. Lead 2nd line Risk Assurance review execution for the UK team in accordance with the Risk Assurance Methodology, through delivery of assurance review work and supporting the Risk Assurance Officers in an oversight / support capacity. Including using expertise to challenge and refine the scoping and testing plan for Risk Assurance reviews based on understanding of the business and its risk and control environment.Maintain targeted specialist knowledge of the business and knowledge of the macroeconomic environment to support execution of thematic Risk Assurance reviews across all areas of the business, considering all elements of the Lowell Risk Library and Risk Framework.Lead by example and demonstrate role model behaviour. Provide coaching and leadership to support development, team engagement and retention, cultivating an open, co-operative, and collaborative culture within the Risk Assurance team.

The ideal candidate will have:

An understanding of assurance and/or audit methodologies.Experience of report writing.Experience of stakeholder management.Regulatory knowledge.Experience working within the financial industry is desirable.

A mission that gives back:

You’ll also have lots of opportunities to make an impact on your personal development. At Lowell we have a big focus on helping our colleagues develop their careers and grow with us, together.

So, whatever your culture, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, or disability status, if you’re ready to help us make credit work better for all, we think you’ll fit right in.Our people are our strength, so we build strong teams thriving with diverse voices, and offer benefits that can keep our people strong.

That means…

A discretionary annual bonus for a job well done.3% flexible benefits; pick additional benefits or take as cash each month. Whether this is extra holiday or dental cover there will be something for you.Free parking when you are in the office and when working from home, you’ll be fully equipped with everything you’ll need to be successful.28 days holiday plus public holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days.Life assurance.A fantastic culture with more little perks along the way including, self-development opportunities, recognition awards and on-site facilities to support the varying needs of our colleagues.Wellbeing support and a programme of webinars and classes geared towards mindfulness.Job security

Ready to share in that mission?

Our people are our greatest asset. That means part of our mission is building a workplace where you can grow with us, and help us go on to make a difference, together.

Together, we go further - and it starts with you. So, if you’re interested in adding your voice to our fantastic team of people, take the first step and apply today…



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