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Risk Manager

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  • Location: York
  • Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted about 4 hours ago

  • Sector: Compliance, Governance
  • Contact: Richard Abelson
  • Contact Email: rabelson@merje.com
  • Contact Phone: 0161 883 2748
  • Expiry Date: 12 February 2025
  • Job Ref: RA/12362
  • Flexible Working: Partially Remote

MERJE is seeking a highly skilled Risk Manager for a leading company in the Insurance sector. This role offers an exciting opportunity to embed and develop the group risk management framework, providing proactive challenge across the organisation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in risk management within FCA regulated financial services.

The Company

This established organisation has a strong focus on delivering excellent consumer outcomes. The company values a proactive risk-focused approach and is committed to maintaining a robust risk management framework.

The Role

As Risk Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Chief Risk Officer to develop and embed the risk management framework. This challenging position offers competitive remuneration and the opportunity to influence stakeholders at all levels, including Senior Executives.

Key Responsibilities of the Risk Manager:

  • Support the development and embedding of the risk management framework
  • Challenge stakeholders on application of risk framework and risk appetite statements
  • Deliver regular reporting suitable for Board and Subcommittee audiences
  • Provide risk training and support to key stakeholders
  • Champion a proactive risk-focused approach to strategic and business objectives

Required knowledge and experience for the Risk Manager role:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a risk management role within FCA regulated financial services
  • IRM Diploma or equivalent qualification preferred
  • Experience with enterprise risk management principles and best practices
  • Ability to influence stakeholders up to Senior Executive level
  • Experience operating risk management software

 

Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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