Risk Assurance Graduate

Tussell Limited; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a motivated Risk Assurance graduate to join a forward-thinking company. In this dynamic role, you will assess key controls, conduct root cause analyses, and recommend improvements to enhance risk management processes. Supported by dedicated mentors and senior leaders, you will gain hands-on experience in the Financial Services industry, contributing to meaningful projects and developing industry-recognized qualifications. With a competitive salary, generous employee benefits, and opportunities for community impact, this role is perfect for those eager to make a difference in a vital sector.

Benefits

26 days holiday (increases up to 29 with tenure)

Birthday off

Access to a local gym

Pension

Health care

Access to company holiday homes

Annual salary review

Bonus potential

Industry-recognized qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum achievement of a 2:1 degree in a technology-related subject.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess design and performance of controls to limit risk exposures.
• Complete root cause analysis to identify control weaknesses.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Presentation Skills

Relationship Building

Education

2:1 degree in a technology-related subject

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Risk Assurance graduate to join our team, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our risk and control processes. Key responsibilities would be to:

• Assess the design and performance of key controls to limit our Operational, Compliance and Conduct risk exposures to appetite
• Complete root cause analysis to identify the key drivers that have led to any control weaknesses identified
• Recommend effective and proportional control improvement plans, as well as containment and remedial activities
• Write up all findings into key reports that highlight any control weaknesses, the risk exposures these cause, and the key actions required
• Understand the key legal and regulatory requirements within MCOBS and GDPR and be able to apply these to the business activities

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Risk Assurance and financial services.

Throughout your programme, you will be fully supported by dedicated Academy mentors, as well as being guided by Senior Leaders and previous Together Graduates during the course of the programme.

What our programme offers you:

• Exposure to lots of meaningful business projects and departments to give you a rounded understanding of the Financial Services industry and our business (this will depend on the needs of the business at the time);
• Volunteering opportunities which will give you the chance to have a real impact on our business and on the wider community;
• Industry recognised qualifications (where applicable) to support you with your career;
• A competitive salary with annual review and bonus potential, as well as access to our industry-leading long-term incentive plan, Together Shared Rewards;
• A range of employee benefits including 26 days holiday (increases up to 29 with tenure), your Birthday off, access to a local gym, pension, health care, access to our company holiday homes, and much more.

What we are looking for

• Minimum achievement or expectation of a 2:1 degree in a technology-related subject
• Graduated in 2024 or are due to complete in 2025;
• An interest and enthusiasm to work in the Financial Services industry;
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Comfortable with presenting and building relationships;

Additional job details

Location: Cheadle

How to apply

Our selection process consists of:

• Application (CV)
• An onsite (Cheadle) assessment centre.

Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 28 May 2025.