Risk Analyst (2Lod)

Direct Line Group Careers; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk Analyst to enhance their 2nd Line Risk function. This role involves providing data-driven insights into operational risk, engaging with key stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with risk management processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the insurance sector, excellent analytical skills, and a proactive approach to risk oversight. With a hybrid working model, this position offers the flexibility to balance home and office life while contributing to a culture of safety and compliance. Join a company committed to diversity and employee well-being, where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

Benefits

9% employer contributed pension

50% off insurance products

Up to 10% annual bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health and Dental insurance options

EV car scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Qualifications

• Experience in the insurance industry or similar financial services preferred.
• Strong analytical and research skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Business Risk with data-led insights on operational risk.
• Maintain and improve key risk documentation for decision making.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Numeracy Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem Solving

Planning and Organisational Skills

Education

Experience in Insurance or Financial Services

Tools

GRC Systems

Workiva

Job description

Risk Analyst
London – Hybrid working (2 days per week in the office)

DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. By joining them, you’ll have the opportunity to not just be recognised for your skills but encouraged to build upon them and empowered to do your absolute best.

We're looking for a Risk Analyst to join our 2nd Line Risk function. From Upstream Risk, Regulatory Advice and Compliance Management Information to Privacy and Data Protection, our Risk and Compliance teams keep us one step ahead, always. With links to every part of the business, and the responsibility for keeping people safe and compliant with all regulatory, claims, and underwriting controls, we’ve got opportunities to develop your skills no matter your specialisation.

What you’ll do:

This role will support the Head of Business Risk discharge their responsibilities, by providing data led insight of operational risk matters, through the analysis of risk metrics, management information and interaction with key stakeholders.

You will support Risk oversight and challenge of Group and business area risk profiles, through:

• Utilisation of the Group risk management system, Workiva, to provide thorough analysis of risk actions, events, controls, metrics and management information for review by the Head of Area.
• Work with the business to ensure the completeness and accuracy of risk information contained within Workiva, including its compliance with the Enterprise Risk Strategy & Framework (ERMF) and Risk Management Process Minimum Standard(s).
• Maintain and drive forward continuous improvements to key 2LoD risk documentation to support decision making including the Aggregated Risk Profile and 2LoD Opinion process
• Review and challenge controls and actions to ensure appropriateness to address any gaps identified;
• Regular engagement with wider Risk teams to understand any compliance, regulatory or financial themes affecting business area risk profiles.
• Provide active support in the management and oversight of DLG’s Risk Appetite
• Production of monthly reporting on Risk areas to the Operational Risk Committee (ORC), including provision of an aggregated view of Risk Profile as well as any notable Events and Actions for discussion and review (with support of the broader Risk team);
• Assist in the review, challenge and finalisation of papers for presentation at various committee and governance forums;
• Conduct thematic and deep-dive reviews across the risk universe (as required) to provide assurance that Group-level risks are appropriately articulated and rated, with appropriate addressing actions (where necessary); and
• Work collaboratively with the Risk Framework team to facilitate activities (where required) and provide insight to central Enterprise Risk Management processes such as the Risk &
• Control Self-assessment Process, and Emerging Risk process.
• Provide advice and guidance on changes within appetite and support building strong control environments across the Group.
• Promote a strong risk and control culture and general awareness of risk management within DLG.

Our hybrid model offers a 'best of both worlds' approach. When you'll be in the office depends on your role and team, but colleagues spend at least 2 days a week in the office

What you'll need:

• An understanding and experience within the insurance industry, or similar financial services would be preferred
• Strong numeracy, analytical and research skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Awareness of the balance between risk, control and growth
• Self-motivated, able to generate new ideas, and solve problems
• Strong Stakeholder Engagement skills
• Experience of conducting thematic risk assurance assessments
• Ability to explain complex issues and present technical information clearly
• Experience of GRC systems would be beneficial

Benefits:

We wouldn’t be where we are today without our people and the wide variety of perspectives and life experiences they bring. That’s why we offer excellent benefits to suit your lifestyle and a flexible working model combining the best parts of home and office-working, varying with the nature of your role. Core benefits include:

• 9% employer contributed pension
• 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover
• Up to 10% annual bonus
• 25 days holiday (rising by 1 each year to 28) + bank holidays and option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Additional optional Health and Dental insurance
• EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way.
• Buy as you earn share scheme
• Employee discounts and cashback

We want everyone to get the most out of their time at DLG. Which is why we’ve looked beyond the financial rewards and created an offer that takes your whole life into account. Supporting our people to work at their best – whatever that looks like — and offering real choice, flexibility, and a greater work-life balance that means our people have time to focus on the things that matter most to them. Our benefits are about more than just the money you earn. They’re about recognising who you are and the life you live.

Be yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers.

We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

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