Senior Risk & Intelligence Specialist

Aberdeen; City of Edinburgh; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Wealth & Investments group is seeking a Senior Risk & Intelligence Specialist to oversee risk management within the adviser platform business. The role emphasizes compliance with CASS regulations and effective risk controls. The ideal candidate will have financial services experience and strong risk management skills. This position offers a supportive work environment and competitive benefits, including 40 days of annual leave and a generous pension contribution.

Benefits

40 days’ annual leave

16% employer pension contribution

Performance bonuses

Private healthcare

Gym discounts

Season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services with knowledge of FCA CASS rules.
• Strong understanding of risk management and oversight principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage and update the Client Assurance Risk & Control framework.
• Lead on risk and control framework audits and reviews.
• Provide assurance on risk and control measures to senior management.

Skills

Risk Management

Compliance

Communication

Job description

Senior Risk & Intelligence Specialist

Senior Risk & Intelligence Specialist

Location: Edinburgh | Not Office Based (UK) | Full Time | Posted 6 Days Ago | Application Deadline: June 6, 2025

Job Description

Aberdeen aims to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group, prioritizing talent and culture to attract and retain top industry professionals. Our focus is on enhancing our wealth platforms and repositioning our asset management business to meet client needs, supported by advanced technology and skilled personnel.

Our business is divided into three areas: interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each dedicated to evolving client requirements:

• interactive investor: The UK's second-largest direct-to-consumer investment platform.
• Adviser: Provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers.
• Investments: A specialist asset manager focusing on market opportunities in public and alternative assets.

About the Department

Client Assurance is dedicated to delivering scalable, efficient service with a strong emphasis on protecting client assets and managing risks through a robust CASS and risk management framework.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Client Assurance Technical, this role involves supervising and developing risk and intelligence activities within the adviser platform business, ensuring effective risk controls and oversight, especially concerning CASS compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and update the Client Assurance Risk & Control framework, emphasizing CASS controls.
• Provide assurance on the firm’s risk and control measures to senior management.
• Lead on risk and control framework audits and reviews.
• Oversee Client Assurance Team Intelligence activities, reporting risk, breach, and CASS issues to senior forums and the board.
• Manage technical training related to risk and CASS compliance, including content accuracy and delivery.
• Provide guidance on risk and intelligence matters across the department.
• Drive proactive risk oversight and intelligence arrangements within the adviser business.
• Apply sound commercial judgment to risk management processes.
• Lead departmental initiatives and represent the department within the adviser business.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in financial services, with knowledge of FCA CASS rules and broader compliance requirements.
• Strong understanding of risk management and oversight principles.
• Experience engaging with staff at all levels and working under pressure to meet deadlines.

We support diversity and are a Disability Confident employer. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to notify us for support during the application process.

Benefits

We offer competitive rewards, including 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, performance bonuses, private healthcare, and flexible benefits such as gym discounts and season ticket loans.

Our Business & Culture

Our structure revolves around client-centric growth areas, emphasizing an inclusive, flexible, and supportive work environment. We value diversity in all its forms and are committed to fairness and transparency. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide adjustments for applicants with disabilities.