Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk - Careers at Unum
Unum
Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk - Careers at Unum
Job Description
Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk - Careers at Unum
Location: Dorking, Surrey, UK | Job ID: 834485
**Why Join Unum?** Unum UK stands out in the insurance sector by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where your ambitions become reality. Enjoy comprehensive benefits like generous bonuses, private medical insurance, DC pension schemes, life and income protection, and wellness perks including remote GP access, nutrition coaching, personal training, and unlimited mental health support. With 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays and buy/sell options) and a salary sacrifice electric car scheme, we prioritize your well-being. Join a growing organization committed to diversity, charity work, volunteering, and career progression—perfect for professionals seeking stability and impact in **Unum Careers**.
**Career Growth & Stability at Unum** In this **Insurance Jobs** opportunity, benefit from hybrid work (#LI-hybrid), mentorship from the CRO, and exposure to Boards and senior leaders. Unum invests in your development, offering endless possibilities for advancement in risk management and financial services. Our track record of promoting from within ensures long-term stability, especially in a regulated landscape like Solvency UK and PRA compliance. Whether you're a Qualified Actuary with Solvency II expertise or a seasoned risk leader, Unum provides the platform to influence organizational decisions and build a legacy.
**Impact of the Role** As Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk, you'll deliver independent oversight, lead the Risk Management Framework, oversee Internal Model governance, champion risk culture, and drive ORSA reporting. Your analytical prowess and stakeholder skills will challenge senior levels, ensure regulatory adherence, and develop high-performing teams. Play a pivotal role in creating resilient workplaces, influencing strategic decisions, and safeguarding Unum's future. This executive position isn't just a job—it's a chance to thrive in **Growth Opportunities** at Unum, combining purpose with professional excellence. Apply now for **Unum Careers** and transform risk into opportunity.
Role Overview
Job Posting End Date: February 12Who are we?
We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.
The role
What will you be doing?
We are looking for a Head of Risk to join the team and play a key role in shaping, overseeing, and continuously improving our risk management capability across the UK business.In this senior leadership role, you’ll work closely with our CRO to deliver independent oversight, challenge, and insight across financial and non financial risks. You’ll lead the development and execution of our Risk Management Framework, oversee Internal Model governance and validation, and provide expert guidance to Boards, Committees, and senior leaders.
You’ll champion strong risk culture, drive high-quality reporting, lead ORSA activity, and ensure our approach meets regulatory expectations including Solvency UK and PRA requirements. You’ll also manage and develop our Risk team, building strong relationships and influencing decision-making across the organisation.
What will you bring?
About You
- Qualified Actuary with extensive UK financial services risk experience
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II, ORSA, Internal Model, and risk governance
- Experienced leader with excellent communication and stakeholder skills
- Analytical, proactive, and comfortable challenging at senior levels
Our Benefits:
- Generous Bonus
- Private Medical Insurance
- DC pension scheme
- Life, medical and income Insurance
- Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support and medical 2nd opinion
- 27 days holiday with the option to buy and sell holiday up to 5 days (plus Bank Holidays)
- Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
#LI-AM1 #LI-hybrid
Why join us?
At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life.
We’ve built a supportive, inclusive environment where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless.
If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to careers@unum.co.uk.
Company:
Unum UKWhat You'll Be Doing (Responsibilities)
- Provide independent oversight, challenge, and insight across financial and non-financial risks
- Lead development and execution of Risk Management Framework
- Oversee Internal Model governance and validation
- Champion strong risk culture and drive high-quality reporting
- Lead ORSA activity and ensure regulatory compliance (Solvency UK, PRA)
- Manage and develop the Risk team
- Build relationships and influence decision-making across the organisation
What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)
- Qualified Actuary
- Extensive UK financial services risk experience
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II, ORSA, Internal Model, and risk governance
- Experienced senior leader
Skills Required
Risk management framework development and execution, Internal Model governance and validation, Strong knowledge of Solvency II and Solvency UK, ORSA activity leadership, Excellent communication and stakeholder management, Analytical and proactive challenging at senior levels, Team leadership and development
Benefits & Perks at Unum
- Generous Bonus
- Private Medical Insurance
- DC pension scheme
- Life, medical and income Insurance
- Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support
- 27 days holiday with buy/sell option (plus Bank Holidays)
- Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
Locations
- Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom
Salary
140,000 - 214,000 GBP / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Risk management framework development and executionintermediate
- Internal Model governance and validationintermediate
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II and Solvency UKintermediate
- ORSA activity leadershipintermediate
- Excellent communication and stakeholder managementintermediate
- Analytical and proactive challenging at senior levelsintermediate
- Team leadership and developmentintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Qualified Actuary (experience)
- Extensive UK financial services risk experience (experience)
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II, ORSA, Internal Model, and risk governance (experience)
- Experienced senior leader (experience)
Responsibilities
- Provide independent oversight, challenge, and insight across financial and non-financial risks
- Lead development and execution of Risk Management Framework
- Oversee Internal Model governance and validation
- Champion strong risk culture and drive high-quality reporting
- Lead ORSA activity and ensure regulatory compliance (Solvency UK, PRA)
- Manage and develop the Risk team
- Build relationships and influence decision-making across the organisation
Benefits
- general: Generous Bonus
- general: Private Medical Insurance
- general: DC pension scheme
- general: Life, medical and income Insurance
- general: Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support
- general: 27 days holiday with buy/sell option (plus Bank Holidays)
- general: Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
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Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk - Careers at Unum
Unum
Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk - Careers at Unum
Job Description
Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk - Careers at Unum
Location: Dorking, Surrey, UK | Job ID: 834485
**Why Join Unum?** Unum UK stands out in the insurance sector by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where your ambitions become reality. Enjoy comprehensive benefits like generous bonuses, private medical insurance, DC pension schemes, life and income protection, and wellness perks including remote GP access, nutrition coaching, personal training, and unlimited mental health support. With 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays and buy/sell options) and a salary sacrifice electric car scheme, we prioritize your well-being. Join a growing organization committed to diversity, charity work, volunteering, and career progression—perfect for professionals seeking stability and impact in **Unum Careers**.
**Career Growth & Stability at Unum** In this **Insurance Jobs** opportunity, benefit from hybrid work (#LI-hybrid), mentorship from the CRO, and exposure to Boards and senior leaders. Unum invests in your development, offering endless possibilities for advancement in risk management and financial services. Our track record of promoting from within ensures long-term stability, especially in a regulated landscape like Solvency UK and PRA compliance. Whether you're a Qualified Actuary with Solvency II expertise or a seasoned risk leader, Unum provides the platform to influence organizational decisions and build a legacy.
**Impact of the Role** As Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk, you'll deliver independent oversight, lead the Risk Management Framework, oversee Internal Model governance, champion risk culture, and drive ORSA reporting. Your analytical prowess and stakeholder skills will challenge senior levels, ensure regulatory adherence, and develop high-performing teams. Play a pivotal role in creating resilient workplaces, influencing strategic decisions, and safeguarding Unum's future. This executive position isn't just a job—it's a chance to thrive in **Growth Opportunities** at Unum, combining purpose with professional excellence. Apply now for **Unum Careers** and transform risk into opportunity.
Role Overview
Job Posting End Date: February 12Who are we?
We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.
The role
What will you be doing?
We are looking for a Head of Risk to join the team and play a key role in shaping, overseeing, and continuously improving our risk management capability across the UK business.In this senior leadership role, you’ll work closely with our CRO to deliver independent oversight, challenge, and insight across financial and non financial risks. You’ll lead the development and execution of our Risk Management Framework, oversee Internal Model governance and validation, and provide expert guidance to Boards, Committees, and senior leaders.
You’ll champion strong risk culture, drive high-quality reporting, lead ORSA activity, and ensure our approach meets regulatory expectations including Solvency UK and PRA requirements. You’ll also manage and develop our Risk team, building strong relationships and influencing decision-making across the organisation.
What will you bring?
About You
- Qualified Actuary with extensive UK financial services risk experience
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II, ORSA, Internal Model, and risk governance
- Experienced leader with excellent communication and stakeholder skills
- Analytical, proactive, and comfortable challenging at senior levels
Our Benefits:
- Generous Bonus
- Private Medical Insurance
- DC pension scheme
- Life, medical and income Insurance
- Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support and medical 2nd opinion
- 27 days holiday with the option to buy and sell holiday up to 5 days (plus Bank Holidays)
- Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
#LI-AM1 #LI-hybrid
Why join us?
At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life.
We’ve built a supportive, inclusive environment where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless.
If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to careers@unum.co.uk.
Company:
Unum UKWhat You'll Be Doing (Responsibilities)
- Provide independent oversight, challenge, and insight across financial and non-financial risks
- Lead development and execution of Risk Management Framework
- Oversee Internal Model governance and validation
- Champion strong risk culture and drive high-quality reporting
- Lead ORSA activity and ensure regulatory compliance (Solvency UK, PRA)
- Manage and develop the Risk team
- Build relationships and influence decision-making across the organisation
What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)
- Qualified Actuary
- Extensive UK financial services risk experience
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II, ORSA, Internal Model, and risk governance
- Experienced senior leader
Skills Required
Risk management framework development and execution, Internal Model governance and validation, Strong knowledge of Solvency II and Solvency UK, ORSA activity leadership, Excellent communication and stakeholder management, Analytical and proactive challenging at senior levels, Team leadership and development
Benefits & Perks at Unum
- Generous Bonus
- Private Medical Insurance
- DC pension scheme
- Life, medical and income Insurance
- Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support
- 27 days holiday with buy/sell option (plus Bank Holidays)
- Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
Locations
- Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom
Salary
140,000 - 214,000 GBP / yearly
Source: ai estimated
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Risk management framework development and executionintermediate
- Internal Model governance and validationintermediate
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II and Solvency UKintermediate
- ORSA activity leadershipintermediate
- Excellent communication and stakeholder managementintermediate
- Analytical and proactive challenging at senior levelsintermediate
- Team leadership and developmentintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Qualified Actuary (experience)
- Extensive UK financial services risk experience (experience)
- Strong knowledge of Solvency II, ORSA, Internal Model, and risk governance (experience)
- Experienced senior leader (experience)
Responsibilities
- Provide independent oversight, challenge, and insight across financial and non-financial risks
- Lead development and execution of Risk Management Framework
- Oversee Internal Model governance and validation
- Champion strong risk culture and drive high-quality reporting
- Lead ORSA activity and ensure regulatory compliance (Solvency UK, PRA)
- Manage and develop the Risk team
- Build relationships and influence decision-making across the organisation
Benefits
- general: Generous Bonus
- general: Private Medical Insurance
- general: DC pension scheme
- general: Life, medical and income Insurance
- general: Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support
- general: 27 days holiday with buy/sell option (plus Bank Holidays)
- general: Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
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Answer 10 quick questions to check your fit for Head of Financial and Non-Financial Risk - Careers at Unum @ Unum.
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