Technology Change Risk Consultant

Royal London; Alderley Edge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technology Change Risk Consultant, where your expertise in technology risk management will shape the future of the organization. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategic planning and decision-making while promoting a strong risk culture. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, you'll work within a dynamic team, ensuring effective risk management across the Group. Enjoy a fulfilling career with excellent workplace benefits, including a generous annual leave policy and a robust pension scheme. Make a difference in a role that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Up to 14% employer matching pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of technology risk management practices.
• Experience with IT governance frameworks and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Advise on strategic planning and decision-making.
• Monitor and report on Group-wide risk exposures.
• Facilitate risk management activities across the Group.

Skills

Technology Risk Management

IT Governance Frameworks

Problem-Solving Skills

Agile Methodologies

DevOps

Waterfall Methodologies

Education

CRISC Certification

CISSP Certification

CGEIT Certification

CISM Certification

Prince2 Certification

ITIL Certification

Job description

Technology Change Risk Consultant

Date: 30 Apr 2025

Company: Royal London Group

Job Title: Technology Change Risk Consultant

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Edinburgh or Alderley Park

Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Technology Change Risk Consultant to join our innovative team in either Edinburgh or Alderley Park. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration.

About the Role:

This is a newly created role within the growing Technology and Security Risk Team of Group Risk and Compliance (2nd Line of Defence). As a Technology Change Risk Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organisation. Your expertise in Technology Change and Systems Development Risk will be crucial as you:

1. Advise the Board and senior management on strategic planning and decision-making.
2. Independently oversee and challenge the Group’s strategic and business risk profiles.
3. Provide formal independent opinions on significant risks.
4. Monitor and report on Group-wide risk exposures, ensuring the 1st Line of Defence effectively implements the risk management framework.
5. Conduct risk-based independent assurance reviews and informative advisory reviews.
6. Facilitate risk management activities across the Group.
7. Promote a strong risk culture through communications, education, and training.
8. Oversee the resolution of service and technology incidents.

About You:

We seek someone who is passionate about making a difference and possesses:

• A deep understanding of technology risk management practices.
• Experience with IT governance frameworks.
• Certifications such as CRISC, CISSP, CGEIT, CISM, Prince2, or ITIL.
• Skills in systems development methodologies such as Agile, DevOps, Hybrid, or Waterfall.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently within a highly effective team.

About Royal London:

We’re the UK’s largest mutual life, pensions, and investment company, offering protection, long-term savings, and asset management products and services.

Our People Promise to our colleagues is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values: Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

We offer great workplace benefits, including 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme, and private medical insurance. See all our benefits here - Our Benefits.

Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging:

We’re an inclusive employer that celebrates and values different backgrounds and cultures. Our diverse perspectives give us a range of skills that are recognized and respected, regardless of background.