Group Risk Partner

Group Risk Partner Leeds, England

DFS
Full Time Leeds, England 30000 - 34000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Make yourself at home


It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home — and that’s just what we do at DFS.

We’re the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping people find a comfy seat on their great quality sofas since 1969.

We're a market leader in the UK because of one thing: our people. Our people made us who we are and will drive us into our ambitious future, together.

We offer incredible opportunities to get stuck into fun and meaningful work as well as learn new skills — so you can really ‘find your thing’.

Are you ready to make yourself at DFS?


A bit about the role


We are now looking for a Group Risk Partner to work closely with Group Risk Manager to execute the risk management strategy

You will support the development and promotion of the risk framework as it evolves to meet business needs and keep pace with best practice.

  • Supporting the facilitation of the identification, capture, reporting and management of emerging risks across the Group
  • Ensure risk owners/managers are actively involved in identifying, assessing and controlling risks
  • Continually look to improve and enhance risk reporting embedding the process into departments
  • Perpetual auditing/verification of the risk controls
  • Support on Internal Audits linked to the company risk register and key regulatory work
  • Conduct frequent horizon scanning to remain abreast of the ever changing risk environment
  • Act as a point of expert guidance to the wider business on risk related matters
  • You will supply Independent review & challenge of risk registers to ensure all material risks have been identified and managed according to risk appetite and tolerance

A bit about you
  • Minimum 5 years experience working at a mid - senior level within a risk role or equivalent
  • Expert knowledge of risk management

  • Must be able to act on own initiative, operate at a senior level and work collaboratively with key stakeholders.

  • Logical/detailed approach required with an ability to see tasks through to a conclusion and work to targets/measures.



We're in your corner


We want you to really feel at home at DFS, with the support you need to do your best work, as well as a range of great benefits:

  • Performance Related Bonus Scheme
  • Company Car
  • A huge 30% colleague discount, plus 15% friends & family discount across our Group (DFS, Sofology, Dwell)
  • Holiday allowance – the time you need to rest and relax (and the longer you’re with us, the more time you’ll get!)
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave to give you the time you need to settle in with your new family member
  • Access to a range of high street & online discounts from: Sainsbury’s, ASOS, Currys PC World, IKEA, John Lewis and more.
  • Discounted Gym and Cinema memberships to help you unwind
  • Progression and Development opportunities to grow your skills
  • Group Pension Scheme
  • Group Sharesave Scheme
  • Life Assurance & Company Sick Pay

Ready to make yourself at DFS? Click ‘Apply online’ now to fill in an application form — with you in our corner, we just know we’ll do great things together.


We're an equal opportunities employer


We’re a family of individuals passionate about building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We love to celebrate and encourage our people to be their true selves. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital state, or disability status.

Everyone is welcome!


Job Reference: DFS02514

Group Risk Partner
DFS

www.dfs.co.uk
Doncaster, United Kingdom
Tim Stacey
$1 to $5 million (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Private
Home Furniture & Housewares Stores
1972
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