At OCU Group we are powering the future of essential infrastructure. As we continue to grow, strong governance, effective risk management, and robust controls are critical to our success. We’re now looking for a Risk Systems Manager to play a central role in strengthening risk insight, governance, and decision-making across the Group.

About the role

As the Risk Systems Manager, you will be at the heart of our Group-wide risk framework, coordinating and managing risk processes through our integrated Risk Management Solution, Audit Board. Acting as both a technical expert and data analyst on our system Audit Board, you’ll ensure risks are clearly understood, controls are effective, and insights are delivered through high-quality reporting and analytics.

This is a varied and influential role where you’ll work closely with stakeholders across the business, support continuous improvement of our risk systems, and contribute to wider Risk & Compliance initiatives that support OCU Group’s long-term strategy.

Key responsibilities

Risk Management & Controls

• Coordinate Group-wide risk assessments and maintain accurate, up-to-date risk registers.

• Support risk and control owners in embedding the Group Risk Framework and completing control self-assessments.

• Collaborate across the lines of defence, building strong relationships with key stakeholders.

• Perform routine internal control testing, using analytics, automation, and data-driven approaches to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Risk System Management & Continuous Improvement

• Act as the Group administrator for Audit Board, guiding and mentoring users across the business.

• Manage and continually enhance the Risk Management System, ensuring data integrity, functionality, and alignment with evolving business needs.

• Identify and deliver opportunities for automation and process optimisation in partnership with the Technology team.

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare periodic risk reports for interim and annual reporting cycles, ensuring timely submission to governance committees.

• Develop dashboards and management information to support strategic and operational decision-making.

• Aggregate and analyse risk data across events, breaches, and risk appetite metrics to identify trends and insights.

• Provide flexible support to the Risk & Compliance team, contributing to projects that strengthen assurance, compliance, and governance across the Group.

About you

You will bring a strong foundation in risk management and internal controls, combined with excellent analytical skills and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience in risk, control, or audit within a regulated or complex environment.

• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and internal controls.

• Proven data analytics capability and experience working with Risk Management Information Systems.

• Experience using AuditBoard or similar risk management software (advantageous).

• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and present findings clearly.

Core Competencies

• Professional qualification in risk, compliance, or accounting (e.g. IRM, ICA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) – desirable.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong IT capability.

• Knowledge of governance, compliance, and business management best practice.

• Experience working in global or inter-group environments (advantageous).

• Strong numeracy and communication skills, able to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.

Driven by values, powered by inclusion.

At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong. 

Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.

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