Proposition Governance Lead

Just Group plc; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pension sector is seeking a Proposition Governance Lead. This role focuses on governance practices for product launches, collaboration with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The position offers a competitive salary and attractive benefits, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus a birthday day

Private medical cover

Generous bonus scheme

Career progression opportunities

Free access to the Headspace app

24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline

Qualifications

• Experience in a governance role within pensions or retirement.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Consumer Duty and regulations.
• Ability to engage stakeholders, including senior management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure governance practices are adhered to for product launches.
• Evaluate governance data to identify trends impacting customer outcomes.
• Lead Governance activities across Retail propositions.

Skills

Governance experience

Stakeholder management

Problem analysis

Regulatory understanding

Communication skills

Job description

We have an exciting and brand new role within our Commercial and Propositions team as a Proposition Governance Lead, to support the Retail Proposition teams with Product and Proposition activities.

Reporting into the Head of Governance & Technical, you will play a key role in ensuring our customers receive great outcomes. You will work closely with propositional owners on new developments and act as a champion for the Retail governance framework.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work closely with product lead and development teams for a new product launch to ensure Governance practices are understood and adhered to.
2. Maintain and lead the evolution of our Proposition Development Procedure and our Proposition Governance Procedure.
3. Evaluate data from Retail governance committees and identify trends that could impact customer outcomes, leading the documentation of resolutions.
4. Provide required reporting to internal committees within specified timescales and own governance actions thereafter.
5. Lead Governance and Oversight activities across Retail propositions.
6. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across Retail and the wider Just business units, acting as a champion for Retail Governance processes.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working within a governance or technical team in the pensions or wider retirement market.
• Experience of implementing/embedding Consumer Duty or other Governance activities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Consumer Duty and regulatory requirements for manufacturers of insurance, lending, and investment products.
• Able to understand and interpret regulations and rules applicable to product manufacturers.
• Ability to summarise complex subjects for varying audiences.
• Able to engage and manage relationships with stakeholders, including senior management.
• Excellent problem analysis and resolution skills.
• Experience or wider working knowledge within Technical roles for investment products such as ISAs or GIA’s is advantageous.

Company Benefits:

• A competitive salary, pension scheme, and life assurance.
• 25 days of annual leave plus an additional day for your birthday.
• Private medical cover and income protection.
• A generous bonus scheme, paid annually based on individual and company performance.
• Opportunities for career progression both within your role and within the company.
• Free access to the Headspace app, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline, and trained physical & mental health first aiders (on-site).
• A variety of employee-funded benefits via our online portal, including additional purchase options for you and your loved ones.