Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking a professional to lead second line oversight of operational resilience for Europe.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and communicate a clear long-term vision for operational resilience.
* Provide influential advice for risk-based decisions and regulatory compliance.
* Act as a thought leader and subject matter expert.
* Ensure effective communication with stakeholders.
* Develop strategies with leadership to address operational resilience risks.
* Support the development of a comprehensive resilience strategy.
* Foster relationships internally and externally to understand market trends.
* Provide strategic advice and build partnerships across multiple groups.
* Challenge and advise on policies and standards for resilience management.
* Report on resilience status and escalate concerns as needed.
* Conduct deep dive reviews and provide analysis on emerging threats.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to implement reliable reporting methods.
* Ensure effective executive forums for resilience governance.
* Oversee operational resilience standards and procedures.
* Support funding and initiatives for resilience efforts.
* Drive continuous improvement in operational activities.
* Support engagement with regulators to demonstrate effective resilience management.
Requirements:
* Deep understanding of operational resilience frameworks and best practices.
* Proven track record in leading operational resilience in large corporations.
* Experience developing and applying resilience frameworks.
* Strong knowledge of European and UK regulatory matters, with Canadian knowledge as a bonus.
* Experience using market trends and technology innovation for practical applications.
* Experience in presenting to executives, boards, and regulators.
Key Competencies:
* Strategy Based Capabilities
* Stakeholder Focus
* Drive Business Growth & Resilience
* People Based Capabilities
* Developing High Performing Teams
* Build Collaborative Partnerships
* Performance based Capabilities
* Deliver Performance & Value
* Lead The Way Forward
* Risk Control and Regulatory Environment
* Builds and maintains a culture that fosters the integration of risk and controls into the business.
* Ensures their people understand the risks in the area for which they are responsible and ensure that appropriate controls are in place, monitored and reviewed regularly
* Commercial Awareness
* Has an in-depth understanding of the drivers of growth and profit in the business.
* Manages costs effectively and has a clear view on how best to maximise the potential of their business
* Fitness & Probity
* This role is a ‘controlled function’ as defined by the Central Bank Reform Act 2010 Regulations 2011. Any appointment will be conditional on the company being satisfied that the appointee meets the requirements as set out in the Fitness and Probity standards issued by the Central Bank.
About us:
Canada Life Group (UK) Limited is a top-level European holding company for the Great-West's Lifeco Group's European insurance, reinsurance, and asset management companies, with business operations in the UK, Ireland, Germany and the Isle of Man.