Risk and Control Framework Implementation: Support and lead the identification, design, and implementation of the internal risk and control framework within the assigned division, using relevant tools and platforms. Address gaps and recommend enhancements to improve framework effectiveness.

Consultation and Audit Support: Provide consultation, facilitation, and analytical support to ensure risks are identified and managed in alignment with Business Control Assurance partners. Advise on internal and external audit activities and support risk mitigation initiatives in response to audit findings.

Management Reporting: Support the development, documentation, and distribution of management reporting data, maintaining clear and thorough records of findings and results. Strong ability to interrogate data, identify trends, spot anomalies, and draw clear, evidence-based insights to support operational and risk decision-making.

Best Practice Sharing: Build strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, collaborating to share best practices and communicate effective control solutions across the organization.

Risk Awareness and Education: Educate team members on emerging and strategic risk issues, promoting awareness, compliance, and a strong risk culture.

Project Participation: Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as required to support team objectives and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Skills

• Significant related work experience.
• Proven experience in risk management is preferred.
• Familiarity with first line risk management (e.g., RCSA, ICARA, risk events) and risk assessment tools are advantageous.
• Familiarity with FCA regulatory rulebooks preferred.
• Demonstrates an understanding of how AI tools support analysis, decision-making, efficiency, and risk management. Able to apply AI responsibly in line with governance and data-ethics standards.
• Communicates complex information clearly and succinctly, adapting style for different audiences, including senior stakeholders; produces high-quality written and verbal outputs.
• Able to apply sound judgement to independently question assumptions, highlight potential risks, and provide constructive challenge to drive better outcomes across the business.
• Confident in shaping thinking, building alignment, and influencing stakeholders at all levels to support effective risk governance and operational decision-making.

Special Factors

• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position
• This is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the office 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday).
• Please note that we review applications on a rolling basis and may close this role early if there is a high level of interest. To avoid missing out, we recommend applying as soon as possible

Why Vanguard?

Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients. This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments. It's what we stand for: value to investors.

Inclusion Statement

Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.” We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values. When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose: to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.