Hybrid Working: Guildford
Role Description
The Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing and managing the organisation's governance, risk management, control and compliance strategies. This role ensures the organisation adheres to legal, regulatory and industry standards while aligning with corporate policies and objectives. The GRC Manager will work closely with various departments to promote a culture of compliance and risk awareness.
Key Accountabilities
Governance:
Develop and implement governance frameworks, policies, and procedures
Ensure corporate governance practices are adhered to and are in line with corporate and regulatory requirements
Oversee the creation and maintenance of governance documentation
Provide guidance on governance-related issues to senior management and the board.
Risk Management:
Identify, assess and prioritise risks to the organisation
Develop and implement risk management strategies and processes
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to ensure effective risk management
Monitor and report on the status of risk management activities to senior management.
Controls:
Develop, implement and maintain the first line controls framework and testing methodology to ensure adherence to corporate requirements
Review and approve the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls
Review and approved control testing procedures, results and findings
Compliance:
Develop, implement and maintain compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant corporate rules, laws and regulations
Monitor regulatory changes and update compliance programs as necessary
Lead and manage internal and external compliance audits and reviews.
Policy Development:
Develop and maintain GRC policies and procedures
Ensure policies are communicated and enforced throughout the organisation
Regularly review and update policies to reflect changes in regulations or organisational needs.
Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare regular reports on GRC activities for senior management and the board
Analyse GRC metrics and provide insights for continuous improvement
Develop dashboards and reporting tools to monitor GRC performance.
Team Leadership:
Lead and manage the GRC team (Direct/Indirect), including hiring, training and performance management
Foster a culture of compliance and risk awareness within the team and across the organisation
Collaborate with other departments to ensure integrated and coordinated GRC efforts.
Skills and Experience
Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Proficiency in GRC software and tools
Project management skills are a plus.
Experience:
Substantial experience in governance, risk management and compliance roles
Proven experience in developing and implementing GRC frameworks and strategies
Experience in leading and managing a team (Direct/Indirect)
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law or a related field
Professional certifications such as Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional (CRCMP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or similar are highly desirable.
Personal Attributes:
High ethical standards and integrity
Detail-oriented and organised
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Proactive and self-motivated
Strong leadership qualities.
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:
Executive annual performance related bonus
Company car allowance
Competitive holiday allowance
Contributory pension scheme
A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
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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