Operational & Conduct Risk Manager

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurer is seeking an Operational & Conduct Risk Manager for a fully remote role based in Plymouth. The position involves collaborating across operations to support risk management processes and developing risk assessments. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in risk management, particularly within the Financial Services sector, and possess excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing risk assessments and executing RCSAs.
• Background in Financial Services is essential; Insurance experience is advantageous.
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and challenge 1st line risk management processes.
• Assist in preparing risk and compliance reports.
• Enhance and implement the company’s risk management framework.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Risk assessment development

Collaboration with operations

Job description

Operational & Conduct Risk Manager, Plymouth

Client:

Willow Resourcing Limited

Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Insurance

Are you looking for greater flexibility to work from home?

Or perhaps you’re seeking your first Manager grade role where you can learn from a highly talented CRO?

This established, niche insurer offers such an opportunity.

This is a fully remote role, allowing you to work from home every day.

As part of the 2nd line, you’ll collaborate with 1st line operations across Claims, Underwriting, and Distribution to support risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring activities.

You’ll oversee and challenge 1st line risk management processes, controls, and decision-making, especially regarding operational and conduct risks. You’ll help enhance and implement the company’s risk management framework, lead RCSAs, develop risk assessments, and monitor risk appetite with 1st line stakeholders.

You’ll also assist in preparing and delivering risk and compliance reports to senior management, Board committees, and regulatory bodies as needed.

This role offers scope for personal initiative and encourages continuous challenge to improve the risk culture across the business.

Ideal candidates will be experienced Risk professionals from the Financial Services sector, with broad Risk experience across multiple disciplines, including Operational and Conduct Risk. Previous Insurance experience is advantageous but not essential.

You should have experience in developing risk assessments, executing RCSAs, and possess an analytical mindset, curiosity, and eagerness to learn and grow. Excellent communication skills are essential.

If interested, please apply with your CV. If you don’t have an updated CV, contact Mark at 0121 274 0357 or email at [emailprotected] for a confidential discussion.