Controls Assurance Manager, Policy & Risk Division

Itchyfeet Recruitment Agency; Isle of Man; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Death in service

Generous annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

Itchyfeet Recruitment Agency is seeking an experienced Controls Assurance Manager to join its Policy & Risk Division. You will strengthen the organisation's internal control environment through governance, risk management and assurance practices, working with colleagues across the business to develop and assess a robust control framework.

You will lead risk-based control testing, provide recommendations, support Enterprise Risk Management, monitor control effectiveness and contribute to training

Qualifications

• Experience in risk, controls, assurance or audit functions.
• Experience in regulated environments (finance, public sector or professional services).
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks and assessment methodologies.
• Understanding of internal controls, governance frameworks and assurance practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a risk-based control testing programme.
• Design and execute testing methodologies; document findings and recommendations.
• Provide guidance on internal controls and associated risks.
• Apply risk-based approaches to assess control effectiveness.
• Support governance framework development and control self-assessments.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the control environment.
• Identify trends and opportunities to strengthen governance and risk management.
• Present findings to senior stakeholders and governance committees.

Skills

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Independent working

Team collaboration

Education

Professional qualification in internal audit, risk, governance or accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Controls Assurance Manager, Policy & Risk Division

Our client is seeking an experienced Controls Assurance Manager to join its Policy & Risk function. This role is responsible for strengthening and enhancing the organisation's internal control environment through the application of effective governance, risk management and assurance practices. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the business to support the development, implementation and ongoing assessment of a robust control framework. They will lead risk-based control testing activities and provide recommendations to improve operational effectiveness and risk mitigation. The position plays a key role in supporting the organisation's Enterprise Risk Management framework and risk appetite objectives. The individual will be responsible for monitoring control effectiveness, identifying weaknesses and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. They will also contribute to training and coaching colleagues on governance, risk and control principles. This is a full-time permanent opportunity working 37 hours per week and offers a competitive benefits package with opportunities for professional development.

JOB DUTIES:

• Develop and implement a risk-based control testing programme across the organisation.
• Design and execute testing methodologies and document findings, conclusions and recommendations.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues regarding internal controls and associated risks.
• Apply a proportionate and risk-based approach when assessing control effectiveness.
• Support the development and enhancement of governance frameworks and operational control self-assessments.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of the internal control environment.
• Identify trends, weaknesses and opportunities for strengthening governance and risk management processes.
• Present testing results, findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders and governance committees.
• Assist with the delivery of training and coaching relating to governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Develop methodologies for assessing control design and operational effectiveness.
• Maintain mechanisms for evidencing control effectiveness and assessing residual risk.
• Support wider Policy & Risk activities, including policy, project, information governance and risk-related initiatives.
• Participate in internal and external working groups as required.
• Contribute to special projects and business improvement activities.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and maintain a positive and professional culture across the organisation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience within a risk, controls, assurance or audit function.
• Experience gained within financial services, professional services, the public sector or a comparable regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks and risk assessment methodologies.
• Thorough understanding of internal controls, governance frameworks and assurance practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to communicate findings and recommendations clearly and effectively.
• Strong presentation and reporting skills.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Professional qualification within internal audit, risk, governance or accounting disciplines would be advantageous.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE:

This opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in shaping and improving an organisation's risk and control framework. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, defined benefit pension scheme, death in service cover, generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders on strategic governance and risk initiatives. It is an excellent opportunity for an experienced assurance, audit or risk professional seeking a challenging and rewarding management position.