Finance Risk and Governance Manager

Virgin Money; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial institution as part of the Finance Risk and Governance team. You will support the development of a strong risk management culture and oversee key risk management responsibilities. This role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including flexible working options. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of finance operations and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

38.5 days annual leave

Paid well-being days

Gender-neutral family leave

Market-leading pension

Free private medical cover

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Finance and Treasury operations.
• Proven track record of enhancing control environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing a robust Risk and Control framework.
• Provide support and training to Finance teams.
• Plan and perform testing of Finance controls.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

Education

Accounting Qualification

Job description

View more categories View less categories Contract Permanent Hours Full time Sector Finance & accounting

Business Unit: Finance
Salary range: £47,200 - £60,000 per annum DOE + red-hot benefits
Location: UK Flexible with occasional visits to Glasgow HUB (at least 1-2 times per month depending on team goals)
Contract type: 2 x Fixed Term opportunities for up to circa 12 months

Our Team

The Finance Risk and Governance team works closely with all areas of Finance and Treasury, 2nd Line and 3rd Line, to ensure that all Risk and Control requirements are fulfilled, thus keeping us safe.

You'll play a key role in supporting Finance in building a strong risk management culture and overseeing the 'first line of defence' in executing risk management responsibilities. This is a great time to join as we develop risk and control capabilities within Finance.

What you'll be doing

1. Assisting in the development and delivery of a robust Risk and Control framework, focusing management attention on achieving standards, identifying improvement needs, monitoring responses, and ensuring appropriate actions are taken.
2. Providing support and training to Finance teams to ensure controls are identified, documented, and assessed to standards.
3. Planning and performing testing of Finance controls, documenting work to enable re-performance as needed.
4. Overseeing team reviews and activities to ensure compliance with the Group's Risk and Control methodology.
5. Supporting Policy implementation and compliance across Finance.

We need you to have

• A good understanding of Finance and Treasury operations.
• An accounting qualification, partly qualified, or relevant experience.
• Expertise in assessing Risks and Controls.
• A proven track record of enhancing control environments and reporting.
• Strong report writing and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience managing stakeholders at all levels, especially senior stakeholders.

It's a bonus if you have but not essential

• Experience with end-to-end process mapping.
• Experience with controls testing in 2nd Line, Internal, or External audit.

Red Hot Rewards

• Generous holidays - 38.5 days annual leave (including bank holidays, prorated if part-time) plus options to buy more.
• Up to five extra paid well-being days per year.
• 20 weeks paid, gender-neutral family leave (52 weeks total) for expectant and adoptive parents.
• Market-leading pension.
• Free private medical cover, income protection, and life assurance.
• Flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, wellness assessments, and critical illness cover.

These benefits start from day one.

Interested in this role? If we receive high interest, we may close the advert early, so apply soon.

We support flexible working to help you Live a Life More Virgin.

About Virgin Money

We're making strides toward becoming the UK's best digital bank. With over 180 years of heritage, we're a digital-first bank that reinvents banking through innovation, customer focus, and memorable experiences. Join us and Live a Life More Virgin, with flexible work options.

Be yourself at Virgin Money

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Note: In high-volume applications, we may limit interviews for disabled candidates meeting essential criteria.

Legal information

This role is remote within the UK, contingent on your right to work. Successful candidates will undergo checks, including credit, criminal record, and references, with additional checks for senior roles.