Head Of Support Functions Oversight And Assurance

M&G plc

United Kingdom
Second line oversight
Non-financial risk management
Control testing and assessment
This role leads the team that provides independent second line oversight of the effectiveness of non-financial risk management across the Group’s Support Functions

Job Summary

  • This role leads the team that provides independent second line oversight of the effectiveness of non-financial risk management across the Group’s Support Functions.
  • Key responsibilities include leading second line oversight of non-financial risks, assessing control effectiveness, and overseeing risks arising from significant change and transformation activity.
  • M&G offers a valuable pension scheme of 18%, 38 days annual leave, market-leading Inspiring Families policy, and comprehensive Health & Protection cover.

Matching Summary

This role leads the team that provides independent second line oversight of the effectiveness of non-financial risk management across the Group’s Support Functions.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • second line oversight
  • non-financial risk management
  • control testing and assessment
  • risk management framework
  • stakeholder management and influencing
  • analytical judgement
  • confident communicator

Nice-to-have

  • strong risk culture
  • inclusive leadership
  • continuous improvement of guidance
  • responsible use of emerging technologies

Key Requirements

  • Strong understanding of UK regulatory framework
  • Good knowledge of operational risk and control frameworks
  • Understanding of UK Corporate Governance Code Provision 29
  • Risk oversight across different business areas
  • Providing independent challenge to senior stakeholders
  • Overseeing or advising on risks during significant change
  • Working across Group and entity structures
  • Proven experience leading and developing teams

Work Rights

Not specified

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