UK Independence Team – Risk Management – Independence Associate (Personal Independence)
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In the professional services environment, appropriate risk management is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and the promotion and protection of our brand. Within EY, the Risk Management (RM) group (which covers audit Independence, anti‑bribery, anti‑money laundering, data protection, enterprise and business risk, and other risk and regulatory areas) is responsible for the promotion, protection and support of risk management within the business. The group aims to uphold our business standards, maintain and enhance the value of the brand, and ensure that the firm complies with the rules and regulations imposed on it in relation to the conduct of its business.
The UK Independence Team forms part of the UK Risk Management Group ("RM"), which reports directly to senior management.
Job Summary
The Personal Independence Team is responsible for supporting EY Partners and client‑facing professionals to ensure that their personal investments and relationships comply with EY’s Independence policies, and the rules and regulations imposed by external regulatory bodies such as the UK Financial Reporting Council (FRC), US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA). The team is based in London with a new function expanding in Belfast.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Analysing individuals’ financial holdings and relationships to determine if they and EY are independent under the relevant internal policy and external regulations.
- Operating key processes set out by the global firm and assessing the Independence impact of certain financial and other relationships with EY audit clients.
- Ensuring completion of mandatory independence tasks by EY Partners and employees.
- Providing support to senior members of the team with preparation of guidance and learning updates.
- Collaborating with the existing London‑based Personal Independence team and focusing on great teaming.
- Assisting with the training of new joiners to the team on the Personal Independence systems and processes.
Qualifications
- Excellent communication skills and confidence to deliver messages to EY Partners and employees at all levels.
- Capability of working using own initiative with excellent organisational skills.
- Strong analytical and interpretation skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Adaptability, flexibility and good team working skills.
- Ability to work to pre‑determined deadlines and meet objectives under pressure.
- Desire to provide exceptional support to our Partners and employees using empathy where required.
- High motivation and a desire to seek new ways of improving our services to internal clients and stakeholders.
Additional Advantages
- Awareness of basic investment products (including ISAs, pensions and investment accounts).
What We Offer
- Continuous learning to develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you, tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact your way.
- Transformative leadership with insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture, embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
Associate, Personal Independence, Risk Management, Belfast employer: EY UK
EY UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in Birmingham that fosters professional growth and development. As a Senior HR Help Desk Advisor, you'll benefit from comprehensive training, a supportive team environment, and clear pathways for career advancement into Employee Relations, all while contributing to a company renowned for its commitment to employee well-being and inclusivity.
