Risk & Governance Officer

Aon; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aon is seeking a Governance, Risk & Compliance professional to support UK and EMEA governance, reporting and risk management across a wide range of business areas. The role sits in a hybrid model with options to base in London or Farnborough, collaborating with senior leaders to ensure robust governance and timely risk reporting.

You will coordinate committee papers, maintain records, and produce high-quality MI on risk exposure, controls and regulatory changes, partnering across functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk, governance, compliance, internal audit or FCA-regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory governance and committee structures.
• Experience working in a large global organisation across functions and geographies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to prepare governance papers and management information with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate reporting and papers for UK and EMEA governance committees.
• Maintain committee records, terms of reference and action tracking.
• Collaborate with Risk & Compliance leaders to support governance and risk practices.
• Produce high-quality reporting on risk exposure and control effectiveness.
• Support identification and documentation of risks, controls and dependencies.
• Contribute to UK People Risk Committee and other projects.

Skills

Governance

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Reporting & MI

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Interested in working at the centre of risk, governance and organisational insights across the UK and EMEA?

Join Aon's Risk & Compliance team and help deliver governance, reporting and risk management activities and produce insight driven reporting that support informed business decisions. This is a hybrid role offering a balance of home and office working, with the flexibility to be based in either our London or Farnborough office.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What The Day Will Look Like

Working closely with colleagues across the UK and EMEA, this role sits within the Risk & Compliance function and supports governance, committee oversight and risk management activities across a wide range of business areas. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring governance processes are effective, reporting is delivered to a high standard and key risks are appropriately managed and escalated.

You Will

• Coordinate reporting and papers for key UK and EMEA governance committees and key stakeholders, ensuring information is accurate, clear and delivered on time.
• Support governance forums by maintaining committee records, terms of reference, action tracking and audit trails.
• Work closely with Risk & Compliance leaders and business teams to support effective governance and risk management practices.
• Produce high-quality reporting on risk exposure, control effectiveness, emerging risks and key business developments.
• Support the identification, assessment and documentation of risks, controls and dependencies across the business.
• Provide governance and risk input on business initiatives, projects and regulatory change activities.
• Build strong working relationships across broking, operations, finance, people and other functional teams.
• Contribute to the UK People Risk Committee, Conduct Committee and wider Risk & Compliance projects across the UK and EMEA.

How This Opportunity Is Different

This role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, including the UK Chief Risk Officer, while gaining exposure to a broad range of business areas across the UK and EMEA.

The position sits at the heart of governance and risk management within a complex international organisation. Working across multiple countries, business units and functional teams, the role offers broad exposure to regulatory governance, committee management and risk management practices within a highly regulated environment.

It is well suited to someone who enjoys building strong relationships, working across a matrix organisation and partnering with stakeholders to deliver effective governance outcomes. Alongside varied and rewarding work, you'll be part of an experienced and supportive team with opportunities to broaden your skills and develop your career!

Skills And Experience That Will Lead To Success

• Experience within risk, governance, compliance, internal audit or a similar role, ideally gained within insurance, financial services, professional services or another FCA-regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory governance, committee structures, risk frameworks and governance processes within a complex corporate organisation.
• Experience working within a large global organisation, partnering across multiple functions and geographies within a matrix environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leaders, business teams and functional partners across the UK and EMEA.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, including experience preparing governance papers, committee reporting and management information, while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

How We Support Our Colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two Global Wellbeing Days each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well. Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing [e-mail] or your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

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