Head of Operational Risk Oversight – Finance

Phoenix Group

Head of Operational Risk Oversight leading non-financial risk management in Finance at Standard Life. Collaborating with senior leaders to ensure effective risk governance and oversight.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeEdinburgh • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLead💰 £135,000 - £147,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Operational Risk Management and Financial Controls Oversight, with a strong focus on ICFR/SOX compliance and risk reporting. Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance risk frameworks and governance.

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Operational Risk ManagementICFR/SOX ControlsRisk ReportingTeam LeadershipRegulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Operational RiskControls OversightAuditAssuranceRisk ManagementFinancial ReportingActuarial ProcessesTreasury OperationsThree Lines of Defence ModelRisk Framework Development

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingCollaborationTeam Development

Certifications & Qualifications

ACAACCACIMACIA

Industry Keywords

PRAFCASolvency IIUK Corporate Governance Code

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead independent operational risk oversight across the Finance function, helping to ensure material risks are identified, understood and managed effectively.
Act as the key Non-Financial Risk contact for the CFO and Finance Leadership Team, providing risk insight and guidance to support informed decision-making.
Provide oversight of Finance's risk profile, including adherence to risk appetite and the management of current and emerging risks.
Support a strong and effective control environment through oversight of Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR/SOX).
Review the identification, escalation and remediation of control weaknesses, working closely with Finance, Internal Audit and external auditors.
Provide oversight and risk input on major Finance transformation programmes, assessing governance, risk management and control arrangements.
Collaborate with specialist risk teams across technology, cyber, change and financial risk to deliver an integrated view of risk.
Contribute to the continued development of risk frameworks, reporting and tools through the Risk Transformation Programme.
Deliver clear and meaningful risk reporting to senior leadership, Executive Committees and Board Risk Committees.
Create an inclusive, collaborative environment that supports the development and success of team members.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in Operational Risk, Finance Risk, Controls Oversight, Audit, Assurance or Risk Management within financial services.
Strong knowledge of ICFR/SOX controls, financial reporting, actuarial processes and treasury operations.
Experience working within a Three Lines of Defence model, providing independent oversight and risk insight.
The ability to build effective relationships and communicate with a broad range of stakeholders, including senior leaders and Board-level audiences.
Excellent analytical, reporting and communication skills.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks, including PRA, FCA, Solvency II and the UK Corporate Governance Code.
Experience leading and developing teams, creating an environment where colleagues can perform at their best.
A professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIA or equivalent.

Benefits

Comp & perks

private medical cover
38 days annual leave
excellent pension
12x salary life assurance
career breaks
income protection
3x volunteering days