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Senior Risk & Compliance Assurance Officer

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Co-op

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You must have senior risk/compliance experience in FCA entities, assurance review skills, FCA Handbook knowledge, strong organization, analytical thinking, relationship-building ability, and report writing expertise.
  • You will create a risk-based assurance plan, conduct reviews, maintain records, provide clear recommendations, assess actions, report progress, and deputize for the Head of Risk & Compliance Assurance as needed.

Requirements

  • substantial experience within a senior risk, compliance or audit role within an FCA regulated entity
  • proven experience of independently designing and delivering assurance reviews
  • extensive knowledge and experience of the FCA Handbook relevant to CFPL
  • strong organisational capability and ability to proactively drive the end-to-end reviews with sound judgement working independently
  • an analytical understanding and lateral thinking to find out what the risks are and being curious to delve deeper
  • strong relationship building and influencing skills at all levels of the organisation
  • previous experience of creating accurate, evidence-based reports with exceptional attention to detail including clarity of thought

Responsibilities

  • contribute to the creation of an effective risk-based assurance plan
  • deliver assurance reviews ensuring fair customer outcomes, regulatory compliance and effective risk management
  • work collaboratively, providing clarity and engagement throughout the review
  • maintain accurate detailed records of work undertaken
  • clearly articulate review conclusions, with clear recommendations to mitigate risks
  • assess action closure evidence for remedial actions
  • contribute to status reports on plan and action completion progress
  • deputise for the Head of Risk & Compliance Assurance (including attendance at relevant governance forums) as required

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Senior Risk & Compliance Assurance Officer position?

The salary range for this position is £55,000 - £65,000 plus excellent benefits.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position is a full-time role on a 12 months fixed-term contract.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Manchester city centre, with hybrid working between home and the office.

What are the key responsibilities of the Senior Risk & Compliance Assurance Officer?

Key responsibilities include designing and delivering risk-based regulatory assurance reviews, evaluating CFPL's control environment, and providing second line of defense (2LOD) assurance.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should have substantial experience in a senior risk, compliance, or audit role within an FCA regulated entity, proven experience in designing assurance reviews, and extensive knowledge of the FCA Handbook relevant to CFPL.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the role offers coaching, training, and support to help with professional development.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include private healthcare, a pension with up to 10% employer contributions, an annual incentive scheme, 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and discounts on Co-op products and services.

Does the Co-op promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Yes, the Co-op actively builds diverse teams and welcomes applications from everyone to create inclusive work environments.

Is there support for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process?

Yes, reasonable adjustments can be made for candidates with disabilities, and the Co-op offers interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident scheme.

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Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1863
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re one of the world’s largest consumer co-operatives, owned by millions of members. We’re the UK’s fifth biggest food retailer with more than 2,500 local, convenience and medium-sized stores. We’re also: the UK’s number 1 funeral services provider a major general insurer a growing legal services business As well as having clear financial and operational objectives and employing nearly 70,000 people, we’re a recognised leader for our social goals and community-led programmes. We exist to meet members’ needs and stand up for the things they believe in. So, the more successful we are, the more we can give back to you and your local community. That’s why we’re different.