Guildford, ENG, GB
22 days ago
Governance, Risk and Compliance Analyst (part-time)

Hybrid Working: Guildford (part-time - 17.5 hours) 

 

Role Description  

The Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Analyst is responsible for supporting the organisation's governance, risk management and compliance function activities. This role involves supporting the GRC senior analysts/managers in identifying, assessing and mitigating risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and developing and implementing policies and procedures to safeguard the organisation’s information assets. 

 

Key Accountabilities 

Risk Management: 

Conduct risk assessments and analyse the potential impact on the organisation 

Develop risk mitigation strategies and monitor the effectiveness of risk management efforts 

Maintain a risk register and track risk mitigation activities to completion. 

Compliance: 

Ensure compliance with relevant internal and external regulations (e.g. corporate rules/standards, PCI, Cyber Essentials, etc.) 

Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify compliance gaps 

Work with internal and external auditors to facilitate compliance reviews and audits 

Develop and maintain documentation for Compliance activities.  

Controls: 

Perform control testing activities in accordance to the established testing schedule and methodology 

Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls 

Conduct walkthrough and gather evidence to support control testing conclusions 

Document control testing procedures, results and findings. 

Governance: 

Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures related to information security, information technology and risk management 

Provide guidance and training to staff on governance, risk, and compliance matters 

Monitor and report on compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements. 

Collaboration and Communication: 

Collaborate with various departments to ensure an integrated approach to risk management, control management and compliance 

Communicate risk and compliance issues to senior management and relevant stakeholders 

Provide regular reports on the status of risk management and compliance efforts. 

Continuous Improvement: 

Stay current with industry best practices, standards, and regulatory requirements 

Recommend and implement improvements to GRC processes and tools. 

 

Technical Skills  

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently 

Proficiency in GRC tools and software 

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines 

 

Experience/Qualifcations 

Experience: 

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Significant experience in GRC, information security, risk management or a related field 

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Experience with risk assessment methodologies and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT).  

Education: 

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Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Risk Management or a related field. Advanced degree preferred. 

Certifications (Preferred): 

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Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) 

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Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) 

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Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) 

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Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) 

  

What We Will Offer You  

Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that’s perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That’s on top of enjoying all the benefits you’d expect from the world’s number one insurance brand, including: 

 

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Executive annual performance related bonus 

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Competitive holiday allowance  

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Contributory pension scheme 

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A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet 

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Retail discounts 

 

Our Ways of Working 

Do you need some flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it’s right for our customers, our business and for you, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen.  

Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.  

 

Diversity & Inclusion 

At Allianz, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer. 

We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success. 

We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it’s assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements. 

 

Accessible Application for All 

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role. 

Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies or spoken applications: Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.uk 

 

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