Governance Risk and Assurance Analyst

Allianz; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Guildford is seeking a Technology Controls Senior Analyst to assess and document the effectiveness of technology controls. You will work closely with auditors and risk teams to ensure compliance while executing tests and preparing detailed reports. The role is hybrid with a competitive salary package of approximately £55,000, and offers various flexible benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible buy/sell holiday options

Annual performance-related bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Retail discounts

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT audit, technology risk management, or controls testing.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and compliance frameworks, preferably COBIT.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CISSP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test the design and operational effectiveness of technology controls.
• Document testing steps, evidence reviewed, and conclusions.
• Prepare detailed test reports and support audits.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

Proficiency in GRC tools and software

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field

Job description

Role Description

Join our team as a Technology Controls Senior Analyst, responsible for testing the design and operational effectiveness of technology controls across the enterprise. This role focuses on independently evaluating control evidence, documenting test results, and providing clear, accurate reporting that supports regulatory compliance, audit requirements, and internal risk management objectives. You will work closely with control owners, auditors, and technology risk teams to ensure controls are designed appropriately and operating as intended. This position is hybrid with a minimum of 2 days in the Guildford Office and may require occasional travel.

Salary Information

Pay: Circa £55,000 per year. Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.

About You

• You will be executing testing of IT and technology-related controls, including IT application controls and security controls.
• Evaluating the design effectiveness of controls to determine whether they are suitably structured to mitigate risks.
• Testing the operating effectiveness of controls by reviewing documentation, system evidence, and process walkthroughs.
• Clearly documenting testing steps, evidence reviewed, and conclusions in line with internal methodologies and regulatory expectations.
• Identifying and communicating control deficiencies, gaps, or exceptions to management.
• Partnering with control owners to validate remediation plans and retest corrected controls.
• Preparing detailed test reports and contributing to overall risk/control reporting.
• Supporting external audits, internal audits, and regulatory examinations by providing requested testing results and evidence.
• Staying informed of industry standards and best practices for control testing, compliance, and IT risk management.

Essential Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency in GRC tools and software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and compliance frameworks, preferably COBIT.
• Proven ability to evaluate evidence and document testing in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CISSP are preferred.
• Advanced degree in a related field is preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in IT audit, technology risk management, or controls testing.

What We Will Offer You

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from—so you can pick a package that’s perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and development and training. That is on top of enjoying all the benefits you’d expect from the world’s number one insurance brand, including:

• Flexible buy/sell holiday options
• Hybrid working
• Annual performance related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
• Retail discounts
• Volunteering days

Our Ways of Working

Do you need flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it’s right for our customers, our business and for you, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen. Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive – Your work life balance is important to us.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Allianz, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, demonstrated by our accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer. We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success. We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it’s assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.

Accessible Application for All

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role. Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications. Please email [e-mail] for assistance.

How to Apply and Contact

For any inquiries or to submit your application, please contact: Matthew Irvine. Closing date: 7/10/2025. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we reach enough applications.

Join us

Let’s care for tomorrow. #LI-Hybrid

82540 | IT & Tech Engineering | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz UK | Full-Time | Permanent