Group Risk Manager

We’re First Central Insurance & Technology Group (First Central for short), an innovative, market-leading insurance company. We protect the things customers love so they can get on with what matters to them in life.
Data drives us. It fuels our outstanding distribution, finance, technology and legal services. Our underwriting skills are built on data expertise; it creates the insights we need to give the right cover to the right customers at the right price. But, it’s the people inside and outside our business that power us. They make us stand out, help us succeed. We’re ambitious. We’re growing. We’ve won awards.
Fancy making a difference in a company
that’s
changing insurance for good? If
you’re
a fast-paced, ambitious team player who gets
great things
done
you’ll
fit right in here.
Do you have solid demonstrable experience in Risk Management within a complex and regulated environment? Yes? … Read on …
We’re
looking for a Group Risk Manager
who excels in partnering and influencing with business stakeholders, has the
know-how
on project management and is the subject matter expert (SME) in risk and control self assessments
.
You'll monitor and evaluate risk exposure across the First Central Group, providing Boards and Senior leadership with challenge, support and guidance as to the implementation of the Risk Framework.
We’re
in West Sussex, Manchester
and Gibraltar - but
we’re
big on flexible working
,
you'll
spend most of your time working from home, with a day a week in the office. But of course,
it’s
your choice - if you prefer to be in the office more -
that's good with us too.
We’d love to have you on the team if:Influencing and networking with senior people to achieve consensus and collaboration is one of your strengthsYour knowledge of trends in the insurance industry relevant to Risk Management and Corporate Governance are the tools of your tradeJob responsibilities:Act as the Risk Management SME and business partner for the relevant business unit, working with the relevant Executives & Senior Leadership to support and challenge their implementation of the Risk Management FrameworkLead the Risk & Control Self-Assessment process for the relevant business unit, liaising with the relevant Executive & Senior Leadership to challenge their view of risk in their spans of controlProvide specialist Risk Management support and challenge leading to the identification and assessment of new risks and associated controls across the GroupServe as primary point of contact for implementation of the Risk Management Framework within the relevant business unit, liaising with risk owners, executives and senior leadership on the application of this within their areas of controlLead the monthly Pillar Governance meetings held by executives, acting as the Risk Management lead in theseSupport the preparation, review and submission of Risk reporting to Audit CommitteesOwn named aspects of the Risk Management Framework, and lead development of these to best-in-class standard, syndicating these with executive stakeholders across the Group, gaining approval for these and leading implementation of these aspects across the GroupSupport Group companies and relevant operational departments to embed Risk Management within business processes and ensure they are appropriately owned and controlledRaise awareness of the benefits of effective Risk Management throughout Group companiesMonitoring Board approved Risk Appetite and that Tolerances are adhered to by managementRegular review of the Risk Management Programmes to ensure adherence to the Risk FrameworkDeputise for the Head of Risk & Risk & Compliance Director as requiredLiaison with Group companies Compliance Officers, Internal and External Auditors as appropriateAttend Group companies Audit & Risk Committees when requiredJob-specific competenciesExperience & knowledgeExtensive Risk Management and experience at an appropriate level.Experienced in building relationships with senior management.Influencing and networking with senior people to achieve consensus and collaboration.Evidence of proven career track record and consistent record of achievement.Solid understanding of FCA and GFSC rules, regulations, principles and codes of practiceUp-to-date knowledge of trends in the insurance industry relevant to Risk Management and Corporate Governance requirements.Skills & QualificationsSpecialist technical knowledge of risk management techniques.Personal impact in business and technical discussions at all levels.Resilient to challenge from senior levels whilst building and maintaining relationships.Capacity and credibility to assess risk MI and where appropriate recommend/negotiate the continuance/closedown of business decisions.Specialist, current and in depth technical knowledge of at least one specific area relevant to the business.Broad commercial and strategic awareness.Sound, high level planning skills.Knowledge of best practice in risk, business continuity and corporate governance.Self-motivated.Strong intellect.Relationship building skills.Negotiation and conflict management.Appreciates and is sensitive to cultural diversity.IT literate.BehavioursDevelops and utilises a network of senior contacts, providing advice on risk across the organisation.Effective at influencing own manager, colleagues and business management.Gains co-operation and support by clear explanation of facts and issues.Able to deal with any business concerns or relationship issues.Presents a positive, confident and professional image of self and FCIM through attitude, approach and appearance.Actively participates in business initiatives and project teams.Regularly strives to exceed objectives.Delivers quality products consistently against agreed targets, timescales and budgets.Demonstrates persistence, resilience and tolerance for stress in the face of obstacles.Takes responsibility for own actions, performance and development.Demonstrates regular and effective use of subject matter knowledge, both as a user and as a provider.Generates ideas and solutions and uses them to solve problems.Seeks to challenge and improve current processes and approaches.Works with a high degree of autonomy within agreed parameters.Confident in handling and managing change.Identifies ways in which the business can improve and raises suggestions appropriately.Effectively plans and organises own work.Performs a number of assignments at one time, managing own time and other resources effectively and efficiently.Responsive to business requests.Demonstrates the courage to take decisions up to the maximum level of their authority, balancing short and long term needs.Logical and systematic approach to analysis of symptoms and causes, identifying key issues, underlying trends and interrelationships.Able to understand and resolve the most technically complex issues within areas under review.Demonstrates in-depth understanding of the key factors influencing the business, internally and externally.Has a good understanding of the UK business drivers and strategy.Has the capacity to think across a range of business functions and systems.
We’re
professionals who are approachable, natural and who can have fun.
So what are you waiting for ...
click on Apply now. What can we do for you? People first. Always. We’re passionate about our colleagues and know the best people deserve an extraordinary working environment. We owe it to them so that’s what we offer. Our workplaces are energetic, inspirational, supportive. To get a taste of the advantages you’ll enjoy, take a look at all our perks in full here
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Intrigued? Our Talent team can tell you everything you need to know about what we want and what we’re offering, so feel free to get in touch. We’re happy to discuss flexible working during the recruitment process.As part of our Women in Finance Charter pledge, we've committed to having 30% of women in leadership roles by the end of 2023. 86%
of people would recommend a friend to work at First CentralSimply Health Cash plan. Reclaim the cost of your eye tests, dental, physiotherapy and moreFlexible Bank HolidaysEight flexible bank holidays; you can choose which festivals you observeWe’re passionate about it. Everyone gets a paid day off annually to volunteerElectric Car SchemePlug into our Electric Car Scheme for a deal with insurance, road tax and servicingFlexible WorkingWe’re flexible; most roles let you mix office and home working. We work fluidly around core hoursYour Time in NeedYour Time in Need: five days’ leave so you can deal with life stuff. We’ll support you
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