Associate Director - Enterprise Risk Management

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Leeds
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Director
CATEGORY
Finance & Accounting
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SKILLS

Enterprise Risk Management Framework Control Assurance Controls Self-Assessment (CSA) Power BI Risk MI and Reporting Stakeholder Management Critical Thinking MS Office

FULL DESCRIPTION

Associate Director - Enterprise Risk Management

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is seeking an Associate Director – Enterprise Risk Management to drive the development, ongoing enhancement and oversight of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework across the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group. This hybrid role is based in Leeds, West Yorkshire.

Key Information

  • Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire (Hybrid)
  • Department: Enterprise Risk - Group - UI1204
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Minimum Experience: Experienced

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the embedding of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) across the Group including risk identification, assessment, monitoring, escalation and reporting.
  • Drive implementation and continuous improvement of the Control Assurance framework.
  • Lead design, rollout and embedding of 1LOD Controls Self-Assessments (CSA) across the Group.
  • Plan and execute periodic risk based 2LOD testing and assurance activities through the Controls Assurance Assessment Programme (CAAP).
  • Oversee bi-annual Risk Control-Self Assessments for Core Function teams.
  • Contribute to ongoing evolution and maturity of the RMF.
  • Design, develop and enhance Risk Management Framework dashboards and risk reporting for senior management, Risk Committees and Boards.
  • Build strong relationships across Business Units, Core Functions and jurisdictions as a trusted second-line partner.
  • Promote consistent risk and controls culture through engagement, communication and training initiatives.

Education

  • An internationally recognized professional qualification.
  • Strong academic background including a Degree in Finance/Business/Economics or related field.

Experience & Skills

  • Experience in enterprise risk, compliance, or process/control auditing ideally within a regulated environment.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking capability.
  • Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively.
  • Proven ability to apply independent judgment with a proactive and pragmatic approach.
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities.
  • Proficient in Power BI for data visualization and risk reporting.
  • Strong attention to detail with high standard of documentation discipline supported by strong MS Office skills.
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