Distribution Delivery & Governance Consultant

Aegon N.V.; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Distribution Delivery & Governance Consultant to enhance adviser and customer experiences. This role involves due diligence, risk management, and governance activities, offering exposure to senior management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and demonstrate the ability to analyze problems and influence stakeholders. Join a team committed to financial wellbeing and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Non-contributory pension (8%-12%)

Discretionary bonus based on performance

36 days leave per year

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced parental leave

Retail discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Subsidized restaurant

Qualifications

• Experience in operational risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to analyze problems and influence stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Respond to Due Diligence questionnaires and report on adviser behaviour.
• Support operational management and maintain risk governance.

Skills

Knowledge of Distribution and regulatory frameworks

Problem analysis and solution development

Operational risk management

Stakeholder influence

Report and presentation creation

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Distribution Delivery & Governance Consultant

Type: Permanent

Location: Edinburgh (We believe in the power of in-person collaboration, and our hybrid model requires colleagues to be in the office a minimum of 40% of their time)

Salary: A competitive salary from £39,120 - £58,680 depending on experience

Closing date: 19th May 2025

We are the UK's largest investment platform, focusing on financial wellbeing. We work with customers, financial advisers, and employers to provide pensions, savings, and investment solutions.

Our Mission: We help people live their best lives by supporting them with pensions, savings, and investments. At Aegon, we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Our Distribution function plays a key role in exceeding targets across Adviser Platform and Workplace channels. We aim to enhance adviser and customer experiences, build strong stakeholder relationships, and develop best practices to increase volume and value across all product lines.

We seek a dynamic Distribution Delivery & Governance Consultant to join our team. This role covers all distribution channels and involves due diligence, risk, and governance activities. It offers exposure to senior management in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to contribute to various projects that drive business success.

Key Responsibilities:

Due Diligence:

• Responding to Due Diligence questionnaires within deadlines.
• Liaising with subject matter experts for accurate responses.
• Reporting on adviser behaviour to the Adviser Due Diligence Governance Committee.

Distribution Delivery & Governance:

• Supporting operational management, including reporting for the Executive Committee and ad-hoc distribution papers.
• Maintaining strong risk governance and regulatory compliance across Distribution.
• Managing multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Owning distribution input to projects and tracking progress.
• Developing and maintaining a central Distribution hub for information access.
• Providing regular reports on complaints, risk events, trading, and adviser behaviour.

Candidate Requirements:

• Knowledge of Distribution and related regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to analyze problems, devise solutions, and influence stakeholders.
• Experience in operational risk management.
• Understanding of the market environment.
• Autonomy, initiative, and self-drive.
• Proficiency in creating reports and presentations for senior management.

Benefits:

• Non-contributory pension (8%-12%)
• Discretionary bonus based on performance
• 36 days leave per year (including bank holidays, pro-rated for part-time)

Additional benefits include private medical cover, life assurance, critical illness cover, enhanced parental leave, retail discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, subsidized restaurant, and online GP appointments.

Application: Ready to advance your career? Apply now!

The legal bits: Confirmation of right to work in the UK is required. Employment is subject to background checks, including credit, criminal record, and references.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity.