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Risk and Controls Manager

Last update 15.04.2025

Risk and Controls Manager

Swindon - Hybrid

We’re Arval BNP Paribas – we’re a global leader in vehicle leasing and the fourth largest leasing company in the UK.  Our passion for Service, Sustainability, and Solutions is brought to life by each and every one of our people – who we call Journey Makers.   

Culturally, we’re a friendly bunch – more human than corporate – and we serve a diverse customer base.  From families choosing their first electric vehicle, to global brands seeking to switch their fleets to electric vehicles – whatever our customers’ mobility needs, we have a solution to offer.
 

Why join Arval?

In addition to the benefits and opportunities that come with being part of a progressive global banking group, we have a supportive and collaborative culture where wellbeing and work-life balance are taken seriously.  Which is why we recently won the Wellbeing category of the 2024 Business Car Awards.
 
  
About the Role

As an Operational Permanent Controller, you’ll work closely with business leaders and their management teams (1st Line of Defence) to ensure risks & controls are effectively identified, assessed, managed, and reported. As part of the BNP Paribas Group, we have a robust risk & control framework, and your key purpose will be to support, enable and oversee the business operation of this framework. You’ll ensure stakeholders understand the value and importance of risk management while enabling optimal business performance.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Partnering with senior leaders and their management teams to conduct risk assessments and oversee control performance (whilst also testing some controls yourself)
  • Managing incidents and implementing measures to prevent reoccurrence
  • Monitoring completion of action plans e.g. risk mitigation actions, 2nd line actions, internal audit recommendations
  • Co-ordinating governance meetings and producing & presenting management information packs
     

What we’re looking for

You have a sound understanding of operational risk management, control frameworks, and governance, most likely in a regulated industry. You possess good interpersonal and communication skills, are adaptable and have a track record of operating as a trusted advisor and business partner. 
 

You’ll also be able to demonstrate:

  • Understanding of the 3 lines of defence
  • Experience in implementing operational, compliance, and legal risk frameworks in large corporate business with a strong governance culture 
  • Strong stakeholder management skills 
  • The ability to work with autonomy, at pace, using your judgement to escalate to management when needed
     

The Package

We offer a basic starting salary of up to £55,000, plus a bonus of up to £4,600. We also offer 25 days holiday as standard, plus bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to purchase an additional 5 days.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Company car or cash alternative of £5,500 per annum
  • Private medical cover, including a digital GP service
  • Company pension with up to 10% employer contribution
  • Discounts on our products and services and discounts in many high street brands
  • 2 paid volunteering days every year
  • Free on-site gym
  • Subsidised restaurant serving chef-prepared breakfast and lunch, plus discounted Costa Coffee
  • Plus, a range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle 
     

Ready to make a difference? 

Sound interesting?  Click to apply and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV.  

We’re passionate about being consciously inclusive employer, with a strong Speak Up culture.  We’re also proud to be a Ban the Box employer as part of our commitment to a fair and inclusive society for all.  
 

Interview process

  • Telephone interview our Talent Acquisition team 
  • 1 hour competency-based interview.
     

If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome of your application.  

What are you waiting for?  Apply today and we’ll be in touch.  

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Why should I apply?

Basically, why would you want to join BNP Paribas over any other company?

BECAUSE YOU'RE THE KIND OF PERSON WHO WANTS...

  • What if we told you that working in our Group isn’t quite what you might think? At BNP Paribas, we do a multitude of different jobs that are constantly evolving to meet the expectations of our clients and society as a whole. Whether through everyday tasks or major projects, doing one of our jobs means making a personal commitment to taking sustainable action.

  • Feeling good about your job means bringing your whole self to work and being who you are. It’s also about having the resources you need to achieve a healthy work-life balance. Both of these are major commitments at BNP Paribas.

  • At BNP Paribas, developing your skills is as important to us as it is to you. And the skills you learn with us will help you through the rest of your working life.

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