Strategic Leader, Enterprise Risk & Assurance

LGPS Central Limited; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK asset management firm is seeking a Head of Enterprise Risk and Assurance in Wolverhampton. The successful candidate will lead the development and improvement of the risk management framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards. The role involves overseeing risk assessments, fostering a proactive risk culture, and producing high-quality reports for the Board. Candidates must have senior risk experience within asset management and strong leadership skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous Pension Scheme

30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Confident in presenting to Boards and regulators.
• Able to operate at strategic level while retaining attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of the three lines of defence model.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of LGPS Central's enterprise risk management framework.
• Produce high-quality risk reporting for the Board and stakeholders.
• Challenge the business constructively on risk-related decisions.

Skills

Senior experience in enterprise or operational risk within asset management or wider financial services

Strong understanding of FCA expectations for Core and Enhanced firms

Strong leadership capability

Strong analytical skills

High level of professional ethics, integrity and judgement

Education

Degree-qualified or equivalent experience

Senior risk management qualifications (IRM, CERA, FRM or equivalent)

Job description

A UK asset management firm is seeking a Head of Enterprise Risk and Assurance in Wolverhampton. The successful candidate will lead the development and improvement of the risk management framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards. The role involves overseeing risk assessments, fostering a proactive risk culture, and producing high-quality reports for the Board. Candidates must have senior risk experience within asset management and strong leadership skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and generous pension scheme.