Job Description
Canada Life Assurance Europe plc ('CLE'), a company within the Great West Lifeco Group, is a life assurance company with a branch in Germany. CLE sells unit-linked pension and protection products to customers in Germany through independent brokers. We have offices in Dublin, Cologne and Neu-Isenburg (near Frankfurt). Our brand values reflect the kind of company we are today and strive to continue to be in the future: Ambitious: We consistently pursue our goals and constantly look for new opportunities and we are ready to go the extra mile for our customers. Creative: Together with our partners we offer appropriate and flexible solutions that inspire. Unconventional: We break new ground in order to offer our customers the best protection for a good life. Better: We constantly work on our abilities and strive to offer our customers superior products and services. Strong: Based on our performance and with the support of our Canadian parent company we look to provide the highest security for the future for our customers, partners and employees alike. Collaborative: We move forward together, helping each other to become better and together we find good solutions both for the customer and for ourselves. Responsible: We act transparently and fairly, and are forward-thinking and risk-aware for the benefit of our customers, partners and employees. People - our customers and employees alike - are at the heart of everything we do at CLE. We share a deep commitment to our customers and to each other. If you are looking to work in an inclusive, supportive and dynamic workplace on a path of growth, we're glad you found us! Whether you are starting your career or looking to develop your expertise as a specialist, we'll support you every step of the way. What we offer Hybrid working model - excellent city centre location with attractive working from home options; Personal Protection - Company Pension, Death in Service Benefit, Health Insurance Allowance, Income Protection Scheme, optional Specified Illness Scheme; Health & Wellness - Top-Class Employee Assistance Programme, Bike to Work Scheme, Policies supporting Work/Life balance, Digital Doctor to name but a few. Role Overview CLE is looking for an IT Risk Analyst to perform a variety of responsibilities to meet our strategic, operational and reporting requirements for Technology Risk Management of business applications and systems within Canada Life Europe (CLE). CLE operates a Three Lines of Defence (LoD) risk governance model, and this role will sit within the 1st line of defence of our Technology Risk Management function and will work closely with 2nd line oversight functions within CLE and European Technology. Key Stakeholders Canada Life Europe (CLE): Chief Information Officer (CIO), IT Senior Leadership team, Chief Risk Officer (CRO) and 2nd Line Operational Risk, Head of Compliance, Head of Finance, Data Protection Officer (DPO), IT Delivery Leads, Business Continuity Management (BCM), Project Management Office (PMO) and C-Suite Executives. European Technology: Chief Information Security Officer & Technology Risk Officer (CISO), Head of Technology Risk Management, Head of Technology Internal Audit, 2nd Line Technology Risk & Operational Resilience Officer and Head of Cyber Strategy and Controls. Central Technology Services (CTS), Canada Life UK (CLUK), Irish Life Group (ILG): Head of Technology Risk & Security / Technology Risk Leads (TRL). What you will help us to achieve Reporting to the IS Risk Manager, the IT Risk Analyst will support key Technology Risk Management activities: European Enterprise Risk Reporting - Prepare IT risk reports for local C-Suite executives, committees, the board, and regulatory bodies. - Represent the IS Risk Manager in executive meetings as needed. - Manage key stakeholder relationships. Technology Risk Governance - Assist in IT risk management responsibilities: identification, measurement, monitoring, management, and reporting (IMMMR). - Collaborate with IT leadership on asset estate management reports and remediation activities. - Conduct and report on Risk and Control Self Assessments (RCSA) and ad hoc risk control assessments. - Work with IT leadership and Operational Risk on scenario analysis, emerging risks, and assessments. - Support development and implementation of Group IT Policies and Standards. - Ensure compliance with Group IT Policies and report non-compliance. - Collaborate on information security alerts and incidents. - Periodically review and test the Cyber-attack incident response plan. - Stay updated on relevant IT governance and compliance standards. Technology Risk Compliance & Regulatory Activities - Assist in satisfying regulatory requests for IT Risk & Cyber information. - Address internal and external IT audit findings. -Collaborate on the resolution of Internal and External IT audit findingsand observations. - Support Data Privacy Impact Assessments (DPIA) and GDPR compliance. - Implement compliance initiatives per regulatory guidelines. Develop and Implement Technology Risk Management Framework - Embed the Technology Risk Management Framework in collaboration with the CIO and Risk & Security teams. - Represent CLE in European Technology Forums as needed. Raise Awareness of Technology Risk - Promote a strong risk control culture and adherence to the Code of Conduct. - Present updates to the IT Senior Leadership team and IS department to raise awareness of Technology Risk matters. What you will need to be successful in the role Essential Qualifications & Skills Third level qualification (IT or Business), or suitable professional qualifications and/or experience. A strong background with 2-5 years relevant experience in IT, Cyber and security risks, processes and controls and ability to converse at both a technical and non-technical level. The ability to partner and manage relationships with senior technology and risk leaders and present information at various forums. Previous experience in process mapping and continuous improvement initiatives. Very strong attention to detail and ability to present complex information in a structured and user-friendly format. Very good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Teams. Fluent in English - written and verbal. For non-EU candidates, an appropriate work permit for employment in Ireland. Desired Skills & Experience Experience within Financial Services, preferably Insurance, would be an advantage. Excellent interpersonal skills i.e. ability to listen, influence and be assertive as required. Highly organised with the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. Ability to work to deadlines and targets in a busy and demanding environment. Good problem-solving skills i.e. identifying problems and proposing solutions. Professional certifications would be beneficial for this role but is not essential as assistance shall be provided to gain relevant industry certifications i.e. CISA, CISM, CISSP. Key Competencies Team Working and Cross Functional Collaboration Communication and Influencing Planning and Organising Problem Solving and Decision Making Risk and Control Innovation and Change The company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist as part of the selection process. Where Agency assistance is required the Canada Life Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Canada Life by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role. Canada Life Group Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued. We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported. We have built a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees and strive to ensure that our behaviours, processes and practices are aligned to this culture. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best. 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