Risk and Governance Analyst

We are seeking a mid-level Oversight & Governance Officer to support the delivery of governance, risk, and compliance activities across the business. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and third-party risk management, who is ready to take on broader responsibilities across areas such as ethics, anti-money laundering (AML), and competition law.

You will work closely with senior governance leaders and cross-functional teams to help maintain high standards of integrity, transparency, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Support

• Assist the Company Secretary in implementing and maintaining effective governance frameworks.

• Help ensure compliance with company law and corporate governance best practices.

• Maintain accurate statutory records and ensure timely filings with Companies House and other regulators.

Third-Party Risk Oversight

• Support the business in managing third-party and outsourcing risk by ensuring due diligence and risk assessments are conducted according to policy.

• Maintain documentation and records of supplier onboarding and risk evaluation processes.

Ethics & Compliance Monitoring

• Act as a local liaison for whistleblowing matters, coordinating with the central Whistleblowing Office and supporting internal investigations.

• Help monitor fraud prevention controls, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.

• Manage and maintain registers for conflicts of interest, gifts and hospitality, donations, and sponsorships in accordance with internal policies and the UK Bribery Act.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance

• Support the MLRO in the oversight of AML and counter-terrorism financing activities.

• Provide guidance on AML compliance and help ensure staff receive appropriate training.

• Review and help investigate suspicious activity reports (SARs), providing summaries for internal assurance and governance reporting.

• Monitor AML key risk indicators (KRIs) and contribute to risk reporting to senior stakeholders.

Competition and Anti-Trust Compliance

• Support the business in understanding and complying with competition and anti-trust obligations.

• Contribute to the implementation of internal policies and procedures designed to prevent anti-competitive behaviour.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in governance, risk, compliance, or a related role, ideally within a regulated or corporate environment.

• Solid knowledge of UK corporate governance principles, AML regulations, and compliance frameworks.

• Good understanding of third-party risk management and ethical business practices.

• Excellent organisational and documentation skills with strong attention to detail.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with stakeholders at all levels.

• Experience managing confidential and sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Business, Risk Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Professional qualifications (e.g. ICSA, ICA, or AML certifications) are advantageous but not essential.