Head of Assurance – Data-Driven Risk & Oversight (Hybrid)

BDO LLP; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO LLP is seeking a Head Of Assurance for a 6-month contract in Swindon with hybrid work. The role focuses on designing and delivering a robust, data-led Assurance Framework for first line AR oversight, ensuring FCA alignment and Consumer Duty while safeguarding customer outcomes.

The successful candidate will lead a data-driven, governance‑minded team, delivering timely regulatory insights, accountability culture, and scalability across the AR network.

Qualifications

• Must have proven experience in financial services and regulatory oversight.
• Strong FCA knowledge including AR oversight and Consumer Duty.
• Experience leading assurance, risk, compliance or oversight functions.
• Ability to leverage data, MI and technology to drive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the Assurance Framework for first line AR oversight.
• Design a data-driven assurance approach using MI and analytics.
• Develop AR Intelligence capabilities with internal/external data.
• Deliver all regulatory AR oversight requirements, including AR Self-Assessment.
• Provide executive reporting to SMFs and support SMCR responsibilities.
• Maintain governance docs and ensure auditability.
• Drive improvement to enhance capability, quality and efficiency.
• Contribute to strategic regulatory priorities and governance forums.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

Financial services experience

FCA regulatory knowledge

AR oversight

Data analytics

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Job description

BDO LLP is seeking a Head Of Assurance for a 6-month contract in Swindon with hybrid work. The role focuses on designing and delivering a robust, data-led Assurance Framework for first line AR oversight, ensuring FCA alignment and Consumer Duty while safeguarding customer outcomes.

The successful candidate will lead a data-driven, governance‑minded team, delivering timely regulatory insights, accountability culture, and scalability across the AR network.