Technology Senior Risk Lead

Intact Insurance (previously RSA); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Technology Senior Risk Lead to join their Technology Risk Management team on a hybrid basis. This strategic leadership role involves overseeing cyber resilience and technology risk categories, conducting risk assessments, and managing a small team. Successful candidates will demonstrate experience in technology risk and regulatory compliance. The position offers competitive benefits including an annual discretionary bonus, up to 11% pension contributions, and a supportive culture focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Up to 11% pension contributions

Hybrid working + flexible hours

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options

Health & wellbeing + virtual GP

Career development and mentoring

Inclusive culture + employee networks

Share investment options

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in technology risk, IT assurance or consultancy, ideally in a regulated environment.
• Solid understanding of IT regulatory compliance, including SOX or Canadian NI 52-109.
• Excellent influencing skills to engage with senior leaders and provide clear risk advice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technology risk categories like Cyber Resilience and IT Service Management.
• Lead risk assessments and ensure management of risks within appetite.
• Produce insightful reports for senior management.

Skills

Technology risk management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Consultancy experience

Education

Recognised technology or risk certification (CISA, CRISC, COBIT5, ISC)

Tools

GRC tools

Job description

Intact Insurance is the new name for RSA in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe. It’s a new name and a new way to do business. Backed by global expertise and a commitment to service that feels different, we’re focused on making insurance simpler, faster, and more responsive.

We have an opportunity for a Technology Senior Risk Lead to join our great Technology Risk Management team on a hybrid basis. This role is offered on a 12 month FTC.

We’re leading a transformation in insurance helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re stepping into a career where you can make a real difference.

We’re customer‑driven, community‑focused, and committed to helping our people grow. Whether you’re early in your journey or bringing years of experience, we’ll support you with the tools, flexibility, and opportunities to thrive.

You’ll Make an Impact by

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Technology Senior Risk Lead to join our UK & International CIO Technology Risk Management team. This is a strategically important leadership role, responsible for ensuring that our cyber, technology, data, and change management risk posture remains robust and compliant. You will play a key part in protecting our customers, meeting our regulatory and contractual obligations, and strengthening the overall resilience of Intact Insurance UK.

As a Technology Senior Risk Lead, you will:

• Oversee several technology risk categories, such as Cyber Resilience, IT Service Management and Third Party Technology Risk.
• Lead risk assessments, control testing and remediation activities to ensure risks are managed within appetite and that appropriate mitigation plans are in place.
• Work closely with colleagues across all three lines of defence, contributing to maintaining a culture of transparency and accountability, supporting effective decision‑making and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Maintain and enhance CIO‑owned policies and control frameworks, providing governance and oversight across assigned risk categories.
• Produce insightful reports for senior management and risk committees.
• Manage a small team of risk professionals, typically between 2‑5 FTEs, fostering a risk culture and supporting their professional growth and performance.

Your Skills & Experience

To be successful in your role you will need:

• Demonstrable experience in technology risk, IT assurance or consultancy, ideally gained in a regulated environment.
• Experience in technology risk management and a solid understanding of IT regulatory compliance, including SOX or Canadian NI 52‑109.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills as you will be engaging with senior leaders, providing clear pragmatic risk advice.
• Preferably have a recognised technology or risk certification such as CISA, CRISC, COBIT5 or ISC.
• Experience working with a Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) tool would be beneficial to this role.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Being part of our team means you’ll have the support and freedom to bring your best self to work each day. As a permanent member, here’s what you can look forward to.

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Up to 11% pension contributions
• Hybrid working + flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options
• Health & wellbeing + virtual GP
• Career development and mentoring
• Inclusive culture + employee networks
• Share investment options

Our Commitment

We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work–life balance.

If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s explore how this role could support your next career step. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we’re here to support you.