Controls & Risk Framework Lead — Hybrid Role

AXA UK; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA UK is seeking a Controls & Risk Framework Specialist to lead the design, embedding and ongoing effectiveness of our control environment. You will report to the Head of Governance & Control and drive control design, monitoring and reporting to support proactive risk management and strategic objectives.

You will work in a hybrid model, with two days a week in the office initially, increasing to three days from December 2026, and will be an SME for FCA/PRA related requirements across the

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading controls transformation initiatives within financial services or insurance.
• Strong understanding of control frameworks and risk management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop, embed, and refresh a comprehensive suite of controls aligned with the AXA Insurance Control Framework.
• Lead control-related refreshes, reviews and annual RCSA programmes with guidance on design/effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain risk and control reporting dashboards and metrics for executive decision-making.
• Act as SME on controls, process optimisation, and automation including AI initiatives.
• Support KRIs and tools to monitor risk exposure and control performance, including out-of-tolerance activities.
• Facilitate control workshops and discussions to promote continuous improvement across the business.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and risk teams to embed best practices.

Skills

Controls framework

RCSA programme

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Automation & AI

FCA/PRA rules

Job description

AXA UK is seeking a Controls & Risk Framework Specialist to lead the design, embedding and ongoing effectiveness of our control environment. You will report to the Head of Governance & Control and drive control design, monitoring and reporting to support proactive risk management and strategic objectives.

You will work in a hybrid model, with two days a week in the office initially, increasing to three days from December 2026, and will be an SME for FCA/PRA related requirements across the