SCUK Non-Financial Risk and Control Manager

This job is with Santander UK, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork - the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.SCUK Non-Financial Risk and Control ManagerCountry: United KingdomSantander Consumer Finance UK (SCUK) is based in Redhill, Surrey and provides motor finance to a network of car dealerships throughout the UK. We are pleased to share that we are looking for a Non-Financial Risk & Control Manager to join our Risk team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.Reporting to the Head of Non-Financial Risk, the purpose of the role is to manage, report and provide oversight of risk and controls within SCUK while being the SME and overall responsible lead for Non-Financial Risk and Control Management including Operational Risk and Resilience. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management for your team across the Non-Financial Risk and Control function and will also ensure SCUK remain aligned to group wide
initiatives, frameworks and policies.Please note this role is a hybrid role with at least 3 days a week in the Redhill office. Remote workers will not be considered.Responsibilities will include:General StrategyManaging the Non-Financial Risk team on a daily basis including through appropriate planningOversight, tracking and ownership of the risk appetite for non-financial risksPreparation and presentation relevant Non-Financial Risk initiatives in respect and applying the methodology of shareholders and/or groupOversight and approval of the Operational Risk Assessments carried out by the business on change management initiativesOversight and approval within mandated level of Risk Acceptance requestsMonthly preparation and presentation of relevant management information to relevant committeesSupporting with the oversight of the SCUK Risk and Control Self-Assessment with the appropriate representation at SCUK and SanUK/SCF foraIncident Management - supporting investigations and
resolution in accordance with policies while collating, reporting and escalating those incidents posing a threat to SCUKSupporting the activities relating to all Bronze Crisis Management events, including escalation to Silver CM, facilitation of firm wide events and reporting requirementsOversight of Joint Ventures in all relevant aspects of Operational Risk, Resilience and controls performanceTechnical KnowledgeMaintain up-to-date awareness of all relevant SCUK policies and processes.Possess a relevant industry qualification with at least 3 years' experience in a Risk and Control environment.Act as the SME in regard to risk related management toolsStakeholder EngagementEstablish sound working relationships with all areas of the businessMaintain relationships with both Santander UK and Santander Consumer Finance Division (Madrid)Maintain relationships with Heads of Department, Senior Management and DirectorsWork with stakeholders across the business to review and identify
SCUK's top risks under the Risk and Control Self-Assessment program ('RCSA')Communication and ReportingResponsible for the timely production of high-quality MI reporting suite/dashboard for all related Risk typesEstablish and maintain effective communications with Senior Management within SCUK, SAN UK, SCF, joint ventures and manufacturer partnersOutsourced OversightOversight and monitoring of any outsourced or other SCUK department related activities to ensure performance against Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are delivered and contractual obligations are verified and auditedRiskResponsible for the activities relating to Non-Financial Risk Management, engaging with stakeholders to address issues and escalate to Senior Managers or Fora as necessaryDealing with/escalating identified risks in relation to SCUK policies and/or legislative and regulatory guidelines in accordance with the Santander UK group risk frameworkControlsResponsible for
the management of designing, implementing and performing second line internal controlsWhat we're looking for:Work experience in a similar role within a Risk function (ideally within Financial Services)Experience of managing projects and progressing activity to meet required timeframes and company objectives Good and demonstrable communication skillsAble to establish and maintain good relationships with levels across the businessPrevious report writing experienceAttention to detail, well organised and self-motivatedAbility to analyse, enquire and challenge informationWillingness to learn with an open mind to challenge existing proceduresRisk analysis experience within Financial Services (desirable - not essential)A sound knowledge of policies and procedures within financial services regulated and compliant environments (desirable - not essential)Strong PC software skills and the ability to produce good quality, accurate working documentation and presentations, including
business case proposals and requirements, briefs and presentations (desirable - not essential)We have a range of benefits available which include:Competitive salary of £70,000-£75,000 (dependent on skills & experience)30 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidaysAnnual bonus based on personal and company performanceCar allowancePrivate medical cover£500 flexible benefit allowanceGenerous pension contributionsEmployee assistance programmeSharesave schemeGym passes at a reduced rate for 3,000 gyms, leisure centres etcOther things you need to know:The hours for this role are 09:00-17:00 across Monday to FridayInclusion At Santander we're creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.At Santander Consumer Finance we have a
zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, harassment (including sexual) or victimisation of any kind.Should you want to be considered for part time hours, please let us know and we can assess your requirements.What are the next steps:If you are interested in this role and believe you have the skills, experience, and knowledge then we'd love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply which will take you through some questions and allow you to submit your CV and covering letter.