Senior Risk Analyst: Data‑Driven Insights & Risk Oversight

Canopius; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Canopius is seeking a Senior Risk Analyst to support the UK Risk Team in delivering risk management activities across defined areas of the UK business and risk framework within a dynamic (re)insurance firm. You will report to the UK Head of Risk and contribute to the risk framework, risk analysis, and the promotion of a strong risk culture.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds; strong analytical ability, communication, and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications required; open to diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Curiosity and critical thinking for process improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing application of the UK risk and control framework, highlighting potential areas for enhancement through analysis and feedback.
• Work with first line teams to support the identification and assessment of risks, providing analysis to inform ongoing monitoring.
• Maintain the UK risk register, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of risks and controls.
• Support the delivery of Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs), and targeted risk reviews, including preparing materials and supporting workshops.
• Support investigations into risk events, including root cause analysis and tracking of remediation actions.
• Analyse risk data to identify trends, emerging risks, and areas for management attention, escalating findings as appropriate.
• Prepare analytical inputs and supporting materials for risk reporting, including contributions to internal risk reporting and governance materials.
• Support horizon scanning activities and identification of emerging risks under established frameworks.
• Support the monitoring and reporting of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) in line with risk appetite.
• Support the use and testing of analytical tools (including AI-enabled approaches) to enhance risk analysis and reporting.
• Work collaboratively with Group Risk on specific activities, where required, to support the consistent application of established risk processes.
• And other ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Curiosity

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Data analysis

AI-enabled tools awareness

Tools

AI-enabled analytics tools

Job description

Canopius is seeking a Senior Risk Analyst to support the UK Risk Team in delivering risk management activities across defined areas of the UK business and risk framework within a dynamic (re)insurance firm. You will report to the UK Head of Risk and contribute to the risk framework, risk analysis, and the promotion of a strong risk culture.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds; strong analytical ability, communication, and attention to detail are essential.