Senior Risk Manager - M&G plc.

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Risk Management Senior Specialist to enhance its risk governance framework. This pivotal role involves defining the Business Unit Risk Appetite and executing comprehensive risk assessments across the Asset Management sector. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in financial crime and risk mitigation controls, along with exceptional communication and organizational skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements to support its talented workforce. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment focused on delivering superior financial outcomes.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in risk appetite and assessment definition.
• Deep subject matter expertise in financial crime risks.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement Business Unit Risk Appetite and execute assessments.
• Contribute to the register of key financial crime risks and controls.

Skills

Risk Appetite Definition

Financial Crime Expertise

Risk Mitigation Controls

Stakeholder Communication

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Description

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life, and Wealth. All three segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients and superior shareholder returns.

Through our behaviors of telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer workplace accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role.

The Role:

The Risk Management Senior Specialist role supports the Policy, Governance & Oversight Team Lead with responsibilities to define and implement the Business Unit Risk Appetite ("BU RA") and execute the Business Unit Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment ("BU EWRA") across the Asset Management business.

Main Responsibilities:

• Define the BU RA in line with the Group Financial Crime Risk Appetite Framework.
• Execute and document the BU EWRA according to the Group Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment Framework and Methodology, and communicate outputs across the business.
• Contribute to the register of key financial crime risks and 1LoD controls.
• Support the development and tracking of plans to mitigate financial crime risks identified in the BU EWRA.
• Maintain the register of key financial crime risks and Asset Management 1LoD controls.
• Define and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), providing regular reports to senior management.
• Produce Transaction Monitoring (TM) and Fraud typologies and threat-based scenarios aligned with the BU EWRA output and intelligence from the Central 2LoD Investigations and FIU Team.
• Provide financial crime input into the Business Unit Risk & Control Self-Assessment ("BU RCSA").

Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Significant experience in risk appetite and assessment definition and execution.
• Extensive experience within financial crime (FC).
• Deep subject matter expertise in financial crime risks specific to the Asset Management sector.
• Strong understanding of risk mitigation controls, including TM and fraud controls.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.

Work Level : Manager or Expert

Recruiter: Hollie Doran

Location: 10 Fenchurch Avenue

Closing Date: 30th April

We value diversity and an inclusive culture at M&G plc, supported by policies and employee networks that provide opportunities, advice, and support for our diverse communities. We welcome applicants regardless of background, long-term conditions, disabilities, or neurodivergence. Candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be offered an interview if they opt in to the Confident Leader scheme when applying.

If you need assistance or an alternative application method due to a disability or additional need, please contact us at: [e-mail].