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Lowell
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Leeds, West Yorkshire
Senior Risk Business Partner - Portfolio and Investments
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
We're Lowell. Haven't heard of us? Then let us say hello. You may not know us, but our reputation's growing. We help our customers pay off their debts in practical and affordable ways. And, we do it honestly and ethically. So far, we've expanded across nine countries and generated £849m cash income pa. We're one of Europe's largest credit management companies with a mission to make credit work better for all; For clients, consumers, colleagues and communities. With combined expertise in debt purchasing, third party collections, business process outsourcing, credit management and value added services, we have expanded at an incredible rate. Let's talk about the role. The purpose of the role is to enable and assure that Lowell UK's most material risks and incidents are being managed effectively to achieve its Strategic objectives. This will be done by providing leadership to 2nd line Risk Business partners and Risk and Control owners across the business to ensure they have the appropriate resource, knowledge, skills and commitment to implement and embed Lowell's Risk Management Framework into their day to day operations. Some of the accountabilities and responsibilities will include: Work with and direct Functional 2nd line Risk Business Partner, provide tailored and ongoing education, guidance and support to equip partnered Functions with the knowledge and skills to proactively identify, assess, evaluate, manage and risks (RCSAs) and incidents, in line with the Lowell Risk Framework Communicate complex Risk Management frameworks and processes in a simple, engaging way without the use of Risk jargon to help get 'buy in' Accentuate the commercial benefits of good risk management so that stakeholders are clear of the benefits to them in their role, their Function and Lowell as a whole, thereby acting as a champion of risk management and helping to develop a risk aware culture Take the lead on identifying, in conjunction with Functional Risk Business Partner, the most appropriate strategy to influence partnered Functions and to be flexible in that approach e.g. for less risk mature Functions adopting a much closer partnering model such as facilitating RCSA workshops and for more mature areas focussing on assurance and control testing How do we say thank you? You have a huge impact on our success and our rewards reflect this. With us you'll get: A competitive salary and annual pay reviews A annual bonus for a job well done 3% flexible benefits; whether you're into fitness or extra holidays, there's something for you. Private Health Insurance Want more? Our on-site subsidised restaurants serve great food all day. Cancel your gym membership we have one on site - it's free Free parking. A fantastic culture with more little perks along the way. What do we need from you? Experience in a similar risk management role Experience of working in a financial services environment (desirable) Good working knowledge of the UK Financial Services Regulatory Regime Excellent understanding of the tools and techniques of Risk Management A people person with strong cross functional working experience and a great communicator - ability to articulate key messages across stakeholders at all levels A confident leader, prepared to challenge Senior Management People Management experience (desirable) An inherent and effective ability to influence the risk management agenda throughout the organisation An ability to analyse a process, system, or deliverable with an eye for detail Familiarity in planning and implementing risk reviews at all levels to determine appropriate levels of control are in place to minimise the potential impacts to the Business Effective relationship building and stakeholder management skills Capability of operating in a fast paced and constantly changing landscape An ability to remain calm under pressure Excellent skills in multi-tasking and managing priorities An approach that is diligent and professional and that engenders trust with others Once you get here, you'll still be going places. We really want to work with you to make your career what you want it to be, so we offer a load of different opportunities to help you develop. Take the next step and apply, or for more information contact the Talent Acquisition Team.