Assurance Consultant

Royal London Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mutual life and investment company in the UK seeks an Assurance Consultant for their Edinburgh office. This role involves conducting assurance activities, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, proficiency in Excel, and an interest in risk management. The position offers a hybrid work style and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and pension matching.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 14% employer pension matching

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for analysis.
• Ability to prepare high-quality reports and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assurance activities for regulatory compliance.
• Prepare reports that clearly communicate review findings.
• Participate actively in the Risk and Compliance Assurance team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Presentation skills

Problem-solving abilities

Interest in risk and regulation

Job description

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Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

Closing date: 13th August 2025

We are currently looking for an Assurance Consultant to join us on a permanent basis in either our Alderley Edge or Edinburgh office.

Joining the team as an Assurance Consultant offers an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking to build their career in Royal London’s second line of defence within the Group Risk and Compliance (GR&C) function. The role provides insight and exposure across various business areas in the UK. You will play a key role in ensuring the best outcomes for our customers and members by providing trusted assurance, advice, and guidance to the business and board.

While knowledge of regulation and risk management is advantageous, it is not essential as the team will provide training. You will also receive support from experienced risk and compliance professionals. We seek applicants with the right skills to join this motivated and dynamic team.

This vital position requires monitoring and evaluating key operations and processes, identifying risks and areas for improvement, and advising management on enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

About the role

• Conduct assurance activities across all RLMIS UK business areas to ensure compliance with regulatory and risk requirements.
• Prepare high-quality reports that clearly communicate review findings.
• Assess the impact of management and outsourcer information related to regulated activities on assurance plans, and address weaknesses as needed.
• Actively participate as a member of the Risk and Compliance Assurance team.

About you

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong presentation and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Interest in risk and regulation.

About Royal London

We are the UK’s largest mutual life, pensions, and investment company, offering protection, long-term savings, and asset management products and services.

Our People Promise is to work in an inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling environment, guided by our Spirit of Royal London values: Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

We offer great benefits including 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, up to 14% employer pension matching, and private medical insurance. See all our benefits here - Our Benefits.

Inclusion, diversity, and belonging

We are an inclusive employer that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives, which enrich our skills and culture.