Data, AI & Emerging Technology Risk Senior Analyst

Company DescriptionLegal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We’ve been safeguarding people’s financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders.We are one of the world’s largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income.  Our Group Functions provide the services that all areas of the business need. This requires a talented and diverse team behind the scenes, who enable everyone at L&G to do what they do best.  Joining us means helping to improve the lives of our customers and contributing to the success of the business every day. Job DescriptionWe're looking for a Data, AI & Emerging Technology Risk Senior Analyst to join our Group Risk team.This is an opportunity to help shape how Legal & General oversees and manages risk across some of the most exciting and fast-moving areas of technology. You'll play a key role in ensuring data, AI and emerging technologies are implemented responsibly, safely and in line with appropriate governance standards.Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business, you'll provide independent oversight, challenge and insight while helping the organisation navigate an evolving regulatory and technology landscape.What you’ll be doing:Providing second line oversight of Data, AI and Emerging Technology risk frameworksReviewing and challenging governance, controls and risk management activities across the businessSupporting assurance reviews and thematic risk assessmentsMonitoring emerging technology trends and identifying potential risks and opportunitiesProducing insightful reports and papers for senior leadership and risk committeesWorking with first line teams to assess policy implementation and control effectivenessDeveloping meaningful risk metrics and management informationBuilding strong relationships with stakeholders across technology, data and risk functionsWho we’re looking for:Experience in second line risk, audit or assurance within Financial ServicesKnowledge of data governance, data management, AI governance, privacy or technology riskAbility to challenge constructively and influence stakeholders at multiple levelsStrong report writing, communication and presentation skillsExperience supporting governance, change or oversight activitiesUnderstanding of cloud technologies and modern data environmentsKnowledge of evolving regulations including GDPR or AI-related frameworksA collaborative mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsNice to haves:GDPR knowledgeEU AI Act knowledgeCloud platform exposure (AWS, Azure, Snowflake)CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CDMP, DCAM or AIGP certificationEmerging technology risk experienceInsurance or banking sector experienceWhatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemesGenerous pension contributionLife assuranceHealthcare Plan (permanent employees only)At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holidayCompetitive family leaveParticipate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)There are many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and onlineWe’re creating net‑zero carbon workplaces by 2030 by investing in our sustainable, modern offices across the UK, all designed to bring people together and elevate the in‑person experienceAdditional InformationAt L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: FinanceExperience level: Not ApplicableIndustry: Financial Services