Risk Frameworks and Reporting Manage

Are you an experienced risk management professional looking for an exciting new challenge? StepChange Debt Charity is looking for an experienced Risk Frameworks and Reporting Manager to join our team.

You will support, develop and embed the effectiveness of the Charity’s Risk Management Framework and its utilisation by the 1st line of defence, providing assurance to senior management and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

StepChange is the largest provider of free and independent debt advice across the UK. We employ over 1,000 colleagues and our frontline services have helped over 7 million people on their journey to becoming debt free, while also campaigning for public policy change.

Where you’ll work:

We operate a hybrid working model combining remote working with some days in our modern Leeds city centre office.

What you will be doing:

Overall responsibility for maintaining the charity’s risk management framework, policies, processes and systems to ensure effective risk oversight that meets regulatory requirements. This includes the roll-out of control self-assessment.
Work with the charity and its subsidiaries to embed a risk culture and risk management practices that are focused on helping the charity to achieve its strategic objectives.
Input into strategic development as required using stakeholder management to inform strategic decision making proactively or reactively.
Oversee an effective framework for the identification, management and resolution of risk events reported across the organisation, working with key stakeholders on the highest priority risk events.

A full role profile is attached to this advert.

What we want from you:

Demonstrable experience in a role working in a Conduct focused FCA regulated environment, including direct experience of Enterprise Wide Risk Management (EWRM) approaches, tools and techniques.
Familiarity with the regulatory and legal frameworks relevant to the charity and a good working knowledge and understanding of policy, regulatory and legislation issues specific to Debt and related issues including CONC, SYSC, PERG and the overarching FCA Principles for Business.
A good awareness of the current and future Financial Services regulatory landscape
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of business procedures and practices, coupled with a strong understanding of risk models, management and reporting methodologies.
Have knowledge and experience related to the application of relevant regulation and legislation relating to: MCOB, CASS, Insolvency and Financial Crime and AML
Hold a relevant compliance qualification and/or have a proven record of continuous professional development

What we offer you:

24 days annual leave (this increases by one day per year up to a maximum of 29), plus bank holidays
The opportunity to buy and sell annual leave
Hybrid working- with IT equipment provided when you’re working from home
A personal career plan and ongoing training and development and support with role-related professional subscriptions and qualifications
Travel season ticket loans
Cycle-to-work scheme
Group pension scheme
Group Company Life Assurance
Westfield Health cash plan with employee discounts in high street shops
Vitality at Work health and wellbeing
Employee assistance programme
Access to financial planning and advice
2 days paid volunteering leave per year
Long service awards
Free hot drinks (tea, coffee, hot chocolate) in the office

Equality, diversity, and inclusion:

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are incredibly important to us; we have a culture of belonging. We’re always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce to ensure we can provide the best service possible for everyone. It’s not just about the professional experience you bring – we’re interested in who you are and your potential. If there’s an adjustment to our recruitment process that would help you to be your best, speak to our team and they’ll be happy to help.