Risk and Compliance Lead
Risk and Compliance Lead
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About us
DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. Whether youre already part of the team or thinking about joining us youll be working in a place where empathy meets expertise. Within our own dedicated law firm our diversely experienced team support and guide customers through lifes toughest moments. Its a fast-paced and collaborative working environment but our comprehensive training and tools will help ensure youre ready for the challenge. You can find more details about DLG Legal Services on our website.
We currently have an exciting new opportunity to join our law firm (DLG Legal Services) as a Risk and Compliance Lead. This is a permanent and full-time position that can be based from our Leeds Bromley or Bristol office (hybrid working).
The role
This role sits within the DLG Legal Services risk and compliance function and takes primary responsibility for the delivery and ongoing management of a risk control framework appropriate to a stand-alone business regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) but aligned to the wider risk control framework of a large FCA regulated business.
You will report to Head of Legal Practice who has overall accountability for the regulatory compliance of the SRA regulated entity including the appropriate identification and management of risk.
What youll be doing
The role holder will demonstrate a strong attention to detail and communication skills to identify risks and work with the business to put in place operational improvements and mitigating processes. The role will also include analysis and reporting against key metrics.
Leading and managing the delivery and maintenance of risk control frameworks for DLG Legal Services to ensure key business risks are identified and mitigated.
Liaising with wider Group Risk colleagues to align DLG Legal Services risk framework to wider Group framework and related reporting requirements.
Working with the Head of Legal Practice to ensure full compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements by the business with appropriate local control activity
Identifying building managing and testing multiple controls to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and effective risk management
Support the business in its compliance with wider Group risk management processes and controls
Identifying and reporting issues and events as appropriate and provide guidance and oversight of appropriate remedial activity to bring risks back within appetite.
Liaising with process and control owners with the business and other stakeholders within DLG to ensure effective management of control processes and identification of improvement opportunities
Leading and managing the implementation of business control changes and improvements in line with business requirements.
Providing risk management advice and guidance and oversight for a range of business activities in particular relating to business change activity and projects.
Identifying recommending and leading or contributing to the implementation of business development initiatives and projects as required to ensure that business risks are appropriately managed
Managing stakeholder relationships building knowledge and expertise across in the business in the identification and management of risk.
Preparing required reporting both regular and ad-hoc to ensure the businesses risk position is understood and where required mitigation is in place.
Where required lead and contribute to governance activity in line with relevant frameworks.
What youll need
Great understanding of risk management in a regulated environment experience of SRA regulatory regime advantageous but not required.
Experience of designing and delivering a control framework within a highly regulated environment
Knowledge and practical experience of a 3 lines of defence risk management model
Experience of preparing reports relating to business risks to ensure issues are understood and appropriately mitigated.
Benefits
We recognise we wouldnt be where we are today without our colleagues thats why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle:
9% employer contributed pension
Up to 10% Annual performance-based bonus
50% off home motor and pet insurance plus free Green Flag breakdown cover
Additional optional Health and Dental insurance
EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug-in hybrid car in a tax efficient way.
Generous holidays
Buy as you earn share scheme
Employee discounts and cashback
Plus many more
Ways of Working: Our hybrid model offers a best of both worlds approach. When youll be in the office depends on your role and team but colleagues spend at least 2 days a week in the office
We want everyone to get the most out of their time at DLG. Which is why weve looked beyond the financial rewards and created an offer that takes your whole life into account. Supporting our people to work at their best whatever that looks like and offering real choice flexibility and a greater work-life balance that means our people have time to focus on the things that matter most to them. Our benefits are about more than just the money you earn. Theyre about recognising who you are and the life you live.
Be yourself
Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. Were delighted to feature as one of the UKs Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers.
We know youre more than a CV and the things that make you you are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
