At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive continuous improvement in control design and operational resilience through data analytics.
- Company: Join Lloyds Banking Group, a leader in inclusivity and diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values diversity and supports under-represented groups.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by enhancing controls and mitigating risks in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in control testing, coding skills, and strong analytical abilities.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are looking for a motivated and meticulous Control Assurance Manager who has a restless curiosity to identify areas for testing, devise testing strategies, and distil key information from testing outcomes into actionable insights that improve controls and mitigate risk.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Control Assurance Manager, you'll deliver independent, objective testing of key business controls across CIB. You'll validate control design and operational effectiveness, identify weaknesses, and recommend improvements to strengthen the control environment. This role combines technical expertise, data analytics, and stakeholder engagement to drive continuous improvement and operational resilience.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Identify new potential testing areas and deliver targeted testing of high-risk processes (e.g., trading mandates).
- Validate control design and operational effectiveness against risk toolkits and regulatory standards.
- Utilise data skills and coding capability to compare datasets and identify reconciliation exceptions.
- Document findings, root cause analysis, and remediation recommendations.
- Contribute to the development of control testing strategies and implementation of risk management processes.
- Identify systemic issues, consider read-across, and propose enhancements to strengthen the control environment.
- Support initiatives to embed 'Control by Design' principles and automation.
- Recommend and implement improvements to streamline manual controls and enhance efficiency, utilising AI inputs.
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
- Act as a trusted partner across the three lines of defence.
- Provide input and constructive challenge into change programmes to ensure testing outcomes are integrated.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement in control design, automation, and operational resilience, leveraging data analytics and emerging technologies.
- Strong understanding of operational risk and control frameworks.
- Experience in control testing methodologies and assurance practices.
- Knowledge of non-financial risk types relevant to CIB (e.g., conduct, economic crime, data resilience).
- Familiarity with Control by Design (CbD) methodology.
- Coding skills (e.g., Python) to identify and leverage insights on data irregularities and exceptions.
- Analytical skills for data-driven insights and root cause analysis.
- Excellent communication skills for reporting and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to interpret and apply risk policies and regulatory requirements.
- Exposure to Agile ways of working and transformation programmes.
ABOUT WORKING FOR US
Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture.
We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative. And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups. We are disability confident. So, if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know.
If you're excited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you!
Controls Assurance Manager in London employer: LLOYDS BANKING GROUP
Lloyds Banking Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises inclusivity and diversity, ensuring all employees feel valued and empowered to thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the company offers opportunities for continuous improvement in control design and operational resilience, supported by a culture that embraces innovation and collaboration. Located in a dynamic environment, Lloyds provides a unique chance to engage with cutting-edge technologies while making a meaningful impact on risk management and operational efficiency.
