Risk Management Associate Director (LDN) in London

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

Location: London, St Pauls

Department: Risk Management

Reporting to: Head of Risk & Controls

Employment type: Full-time

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Job function: Finance and Sales

What the hiring manager says: “This is an exciting time to join the ICG Risk & Controls team. The role provides multiple opportunities to make a tangible impact on the Group’s risk management as we expand the risk offering and support ICG’s ambitious growth.”

Summary of our opportunity: The Risk & Controls Function team consists of 6 professionals, based in London and Luxembourg. The Control Functions (Risk & Controls, Compliance, Financial Crime Prevention and Internal Audit) team consist of 25+ employees, based out of London, New York, Luxembourg and Warsaw. In addition to the permanent team, various external providers are used to supplement the delivery, such as compliance monitoring, internal audit and general risk, legal and regulatory advice.

Reporting to the Head of Risk & Controls this role will support the design and implementation of the risk management framework which assesses and monitors the principal risks faced by the ICG Group, evaluates appropriate control framework is in place to manage the key risks and ensures that the assurance engagements on the control framework are carried out on a timely and accurate basis. The role requires a combination of intellectual breadth and agility, the ability to tackle risk and control related issues proactively and decisively, with a problem‑solving mindset, superb communication and influencing skills. The successful candidate will have the ability to work with the team and the business providing appropriate support and challenge whilst forming close and constructive relationships internally and externally.

Primary responsibilities for this role include (but are not limited to):

• Work closely with the Head of Risk & Controls to maintain and further enhance ICG Group’s risk management framework to assist the business in the identification, mitigation and management of its risks.
• Manage independently and work with the business towards the ongoing processes of risk and control self‑assessment, risk event management and actions processes.
• Carry out thematic process reviews and risk assessments, focusing on risk management and internal controls.
• Assist senior management and the business in the development of policies and procedures.
• Undertake periodical reviews of Material Controls and work with the financial crime prevention team to undertake Fraud Risk Assessment reviews.
• Work with the Head of Risk & Controls and Finance functions on the ICARA process.
• Work with business and liaising with external auditors to deliver ISAE3402 assurance report.
• Work with the business and other control functions to implement regulatory change, focusing on robustness of the control environment to meet local regulatory or legal requirements.
• Attending Executive Director or Managing Directors meetings, as relevant.
• Contributing to the board meetings/committees and deliver appropriate reporting for the Board to fulfil its “Risk & Control Related” responsibilities.
• Liaising with other internal and external constituents, where required, including other control and operational functions.
• Maintain the group and senior management abreast of industry trends, market and regulatory changes and other developments to help manage current and emerging risks.

Key Requirements/Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate and/or post‑graduate qualifications that are relevant to the role in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration.
• Solid foundation in alternative asset fund management in risk management or in relevant control function role.
• Exceptional communication skills, including presentation to senior management with a focus on clarity and precision in all forms of communication.
• Ability to work autonomously and to manage priorities within a short timeframe.
• Creative problem solving with a pragmatic and commercial mind‑set.
• Proactive and results driven.
• Ability to constructively challenge and obtain buy‑in.
• Trustworthy and respected.

Highly desirable

• Business acumen and experience in private assets and fixed income.
• Prior experience to UK corporate governance principles, including familiarity with the UK Corporate Governance Code, board governance practices, and risk oversight frameworks.
• Highly organised, strong at prioritisation and project management.

Inclusion is one of ICG’s key values and we are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for everyone. By welcoming different perspectives, we strengthen ICG’s performance, enrich decision‑making and contribute to better outcomes for our clients, colleagues, and the markets we serve. Accordingly, our recruitment processes provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of age, ethnicity, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by local law. We are equally committed to delivering an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require information in an alternative format, additional time for assessments, an adjusted interview schedule, or any other support during the recruitment process, please let us know.