Overview

Governance Risk and Assurance Analyst role at Allianz UK. Role is typically hybrid with a minimum of 2 days in the Guildford Office and may require occasional travel.

Role Description: Join our team as a Technology Controls Senior Analyst, responsible for testing the design and operational effectiveness of technology controls across the enterprise. This role focuses on independently evaluating control evidence, documenting test results, and providing clear, accurate reporting that supports regulatory compliance, audit requirements, and internal risk management objectives. You will work closely with control owners, auditors, and technology risk teams to ensure controls are designed appropriately and operating as intended.

Salary Information: Pay circa £55,000 per year. Pay is based on relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary is only one part of our total reward package.

Responsibilities

• Execute testing of IT and technology-related controls, including IT application controls and security controls.
• Evaluate the design effectiveness of controls to ensure they are structured to mitigate risks.
• Test the operating effectiveness of controls by reviewing documentation, system evidence, and process walkthroughs.
• Document testing steps, evidence reviewed, and conclusions in line with internal methodologies and regulatory expectations.
• Identify and communicate control deficiencies, gaps, or exceptions to management.
• Partner with control owners to validate remediation plans and retest corrected controls.
• Prepare detailed test reports and contribute to overall risk/control reporting.
• Support external audits, internal audits, and regulatory examinations by providing requested testing results and evidence.
• Stay informed of industry standards and best practices for control testing, compliance, and IT risk management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency in GRC tools and software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
• We support the government scheme “Access to Work”; please inquire about the scheme. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and compliance frameworks, preferably COBIT.
• Proven ability to evaluate evidence and document testing clearly and accurately.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CISSP are preferred.
• Advanced degree in a related field is preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in IT audit, technology risk management, or controls testing.

What We Will Offer You

• Flexible benefits with options to tailor your package.
• Hybrid working
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Development days
• Discounts on insurance products
• Retail discounts
• Volunteering days

Our Ways of Working

We support hybrid work patterns balancing customer needs with personal circumstances and business requirements. We are signatories of ABIs flexible working charter to help innovation, balance, and productivity.

Diversity & Inclusion

Allianz prioritizes diversity and inclusion, holding multiple accreditations and welcoming neurodivergent and disabled candidates with tailored adjustments. We encourage applicants to request assistive technologies, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.

Accessible Application for All

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates through the Offer an Interview Scheme. Contact our Resourcing team for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications.

Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.uk

For inquiries or to submit your application, please contact: Matthew Irvine

Closing date: 7/10/2025

We reserve the right to close the advert early if we reach enough applications.

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