Risk & Controls Specialist

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the UK controls framework for an insurance/re-insurance client.
• Assess and reflect PRA regulatory expectations within the UK business environment.
• Map key risks to controls and identify gaps within the existing control environment.
• Determine which Group controls can be leveraged and where local solutions are required.
• Partner with the Group Controls function to align approaches with UK-specific requirements.
• Support the development of an effective independent controls testing approach.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Risk, Compliance, and Operations.
• Provide expert advice to the Chief Risk Officer on controls strategy and implementation.

Requirements

• Significant experience in controls, operational risk, governance, or internal controls within Financial Services.
• Background in the insurance or regulated financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK regulatory expectations, specifically PRA requirements regarding controls and governance.
• Proven experience in controls design, controls mapping, and risk and control assessments.
• Understanding of independent controls testing and controls assurance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with experience engaging senior leaders.
• Ability to lead change and deliver complex programmes across multiple business areas.

About the Company

Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and legal services.