Transformation Risk Manager - Quilter

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wealth management business in London is seeking a Transformation Risk Manager. You will partner with the business to ensure effective risk assessments during the change process. Candidates should have proven risk management experience, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This role offers competitive benefits and emphasizes an inclusive culture.

Benefits

182 hours holiday

Incentive scheme

Non-contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Qualifications

• Proven experience in risk management, preferably in a transformation context.
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Identify, measure and manage operational risk for the Transformation Program.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies for transformation initiatives.
• Monitor and report on the progress of risk management activities.

Skills

Risk management experience

Compliance knowledge

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Analytical abilities

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional qualifications in risk management

Job description

About the Business

Quilter plc is a leading wealth management business, helping to enable brighter financial futures for every .

Quilter oversees £126.3 billion in customer investments (as of August 2025). It has an adviser and customer offering spanning financial advice, investment platforms, multi-asset investment solutions, and discretionary fund management. The business is comprised of two segments: Affluent and High Net Worth.

Affluent encompasses the financial planning business, Quilter Financial Planning, the Quilter Investment Platform and Quilter Investors, the multi-asset investment solutions business.

High Net Worth includes the discretionary fund management business, Quilter Cheviot, together with Quilter Cheviot Financial Planning - offering a highly personalised service to private clients, charities, trustees, and professional partners. Quilter Cheviot has presence throughout the UK, Ireland and Channel Islands.

At Quilter we never stand still. Our foundations are rooted in our extraordinary expertise, which is trusted by hundreds of thousands of customers, but we have great ambitions to stay one step ahead and make an even greater difference to the people and communities we serve, including our colleagues.

Our business is transforming, continually modernising, and becoming even more customer centric. So, if you want to be bold in the pursuit of your ambitions, bring new ideas, and challenge and evolve what we do, it\'s the perfect time to join us!

About the Role

Level - 4

Department - Risk

Location - London/Southampton

Contract - Permanent

In this role you will partner with the business to ensure robust risk assessments are embedded throughout the change implementation process. As Transformation Risk Manager, you\'ll support Quilter\'s strategic transformation agenda by aligning functional and business segment plans with programme objectives. Working within a dynamic, outcome-focused team, you\'ll collaborate with the Quilter Executive and their teams to shape and deliver the next phase of our strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with the business to identify, measure and manage the operational and regulatory risk position of the Transformation Program and to work closely with the accountable programme lead within Change and Transformation.
• Ensure all Change implementation has an appropriate level of Risk Assessment
• Work with the business to develop and implement risk management strategies to support transformation initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Quilter\'s risk management framework and policies
• Collaborate with various departments including marketing, IT, and Operations to ensure alignment with transformation objectives
• Communicate risk management strategies and updates to stakeholders at all levels
• Provide risk management support for transformation projects, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated
• Monitor and report on the progress of risk management activities within transformation projects to both senior Risk Management and within Governance structure.
• Ensure that risk management practices are integrated into the governance framework of transformation projects
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in risk management practices
• Identify opportunities for enhancing risk management processes and tools.

About You

The ideal candidate will bring expertise in risk management and compliance, strong communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. Essential skills and behavioural competencies are listed below:

• Proven experience in risk management, preferably within a transformation or change management context
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and methodologies
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Relevant professional qualifications in risk management or related fields
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
• High level of integrity and ethical standards

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Inclusive culture

We value and strive to promote inclusivity in all aspects of our culture. We believe in equal opportunities for all, ensuring that no applicant encounters less favourable treatment based on anything but their skills, qualifications, experience, and potential. We celebrate the unique contributions of a diverse workforce and create a respectful, nurturing environment where every colleague can thrive.

Values

Do the right thing: We act with integrity and are proudly committed to going above and beyond in service of our clients and the support we provide our communities.

Always curious: We continuously seek new ideas and knowledge so we\'re one step ahead of our clients\' needs. We look for inspiration everywhere and encourage experimentation, recognising that this is how we create brilliant solutions for brighter futures.

Embrace challenge: We aim high to transform our potential into meaningful outcomes. With ambition as our driving force and a steadfast commitment to growth, we succeed for the good of every .

Stronger together: Combining our diverse talents, we accomplish more collectively than we ever could do alone. We speak openly, actively listen, and support each other, and constructively challenge and embrace new ideas. We seek empowerment and demonstrate ownership and trust, with the confidence to make impactful decisions.

Core Benefits

• Holiday: 182 hours (26 days)
• Quilter Incentive Scheme: All employees are eligible to participate in incentive scheme, to incentivise business performance and their contribution.
• Pension Scheme: A non-contributory company pension scheme that can be boosted through personal contributions.
• Private Medical Insurance: Single cover as standard with options to increase cover to include your partner or children.
• Life Assurance: 4x your salary.
• Income Protection: 75% of salary, less state benefits, payable after 26 weeks of absence.
• Healthcare Cash Plan: Jersey employees only
• In addition to our core benefits, we offer a range of flexible benefits to UK employees that you can choose from and pay for conveniently via a salary deduction.