Head of Risk - London, United Kingdom - Next15

Next15

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Next 15 is a data and technology led growth consultancy that employs nearly 4,000 people across 38 offices in 15 countries.

Within our family of 24 consultancies and marketing businesses (our brands), we focus on solving our clients' growth problems.

Role overview:

We are looking for a Head of Risk & Compliance to join our team in London.

Reporting into our finance function, you will lead the risk and compliance agenda for the head office and across our Brands.

As a Head of Risk & Compliance at Next 15, you will:

Ensure compliance matters are identified, propose and agree actions required to mitigate key risks
Develop an appropriate risk management framework
Manage responses to daily issues including business continuity, environmental management and IT disaster recovery
Lead our response to consumer fraud risks and manage the policies and procedures on fraud, bribery and corruption
Provide advice and support that enables informed decisionmaking that reflects regulatory requirements and risks
Build, implement and maintain an effective compliance framework through which risks can be identified and managed to ensure we meet regulatory requirements and expectations
Provide guidance on compliance with key regulatory rules and principles, promote a risk management culture, oversee the delivery of training and awareness activities
Represent compliance at relevant meetings and with thirdparty partners and regulators
Retain uptodate knowledge of all applicable UK legislation, codes of practice, industry guidelines and best practice that have the potential to impact our Brands
Maintain a network of relevant external relationships to assist in understanding of trends and developments within risk and compliance

You will bring:

Degree level qualification or an equivalent Compliance and Risk experience
Risk Management or Compliance qualification (CeMap/FPC or equivalent)
Expertise in building and developing risk management solutions
Experience with compliance and risk management frameworks (i.e. operational, conduct, financial, data protection and information security)
An understanding of UK legislation, codes of practice and industry guidelines relevant to our Brands
A practical approach to challenges, balancing commercial and regulatory objectives
A collaborative approach to work and stakeholder management skills

And in return, Next 15 offers:

Excellent salary
6% matched pension contributions
30 days annual leave (27 days + 3 at Christmas & New Year)
Green Car scheme that saves you up to 40% on the cost of driving an electric car with a wide variety of cars to choose from
Group Life insurance
Flexible working
Career progression
Open and collaborative workplace culture

Why Us?:

At Next 15, our people are our biggest investment and greatest asset.

Whether it's creativity or analytical insight, we always look for people with a genuine passion for what they do, a desire to succeed and always endeavour to find new ways of working with clients.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and a diverse workforce. We uphold and celebrate our differences. We do not discriminate.

Regardless of your colour, race, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, social background, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status, you are welcome to join us.

Just bring your whole self.