Governance & Assurance Senior Manager

We’re looking for a Governance & Assurance Senior Manager to lead and evolve our governance and assurance frameworks. You’ll help us meet regulatory standards, support our first line of defence, and embed a strong risk culture across ALPIDAC. This role is central to how we manage risk, make decisions, and build trust with our regulators and colleagues. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and risk partners across the business. And you’ll lead a team that’s passionate about doing the right thing, every time. 

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Lead the development and delivery of governance and assurance frameworks, ensuring alignment with Aviva Group standards and CBI expectations. 

• Own and execute the first line assurance plan, including control testing, thematic reviews, and risk-based assessments. 

• Provide timely, insightful risk reporting to ExCo, ERC, and BRC, and manage key deliverables like our risk scorecard. 

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and the first line risk contact for Group, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. 

• Lead and develop a team, fostering collaboration across governance, assurance, ORCM, transformation, and pensions functions. 

Skills & Experience 

• Strong knowledge of insurance regulation and risk frameworks 

• Experience in governance, assurance, or risk control roles 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills 

• Proven leadership and team development experience 

• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities 

What will you get for this role? 

• Competitive market-leading salary (based on skills, experience, and qualifications) 

• Generous pension (up to 14% employer contribution) 

• Annual bonus and pay review 

• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 days 

• Free car parking 

• Health and dental insurance contributions after 6 months 

• Share schemes and profit share options 

• Cycle to Work and TaxSaver Travel schemes 

• Family-friendly leave policies 

• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products (plus discounts for friends and family) 

• Employee Assistance Programme and volunteering days 

• Support for professional qualifications and clear career progression 

Aviva is for Everyone 

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all. 

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues. 

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact Saidhbh.goonan1@aviva.com