Head of Framework, Policy and Training

**Overview**
- The Head of Framework, Policy and Training will lead the development and ongoing management of Link Group’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF), associated risk policy suite and risk training within a global context.
- The ERMF is the overarching risk document for the Link Group. It sets out the Group’s strategic approach to risk management by defining the standards, objectives and responsibilities for all areas of the organisation. The ERMF is complemented by risk policies which describe how the Group manages risk and expand upon the components of the ERMF.
- The role holder will have in-depth risk experience within financial services including experience of directly supporting senior management in delivering effective risk management and developing a strong risk culture. Experience of working with Boards of listed, multi-national companies would be highly regarded.

**Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities**
- Lead the development and ongoing management of the Group’s ERMF, associated risk policy suite and risk training.
- Lead the ongoing review and maintenance of risk policies, escalation processes, risk-related delegated authorities, and work closely with the Company Secretary on governance processes.
- Monitor industry and regulatory updates relevant to Group’s ERMF and risk policies, engaging with third parties, regulatory bodies, and others, as appropriate.
- Development and implementation of an enterprise risk management maturity assessment to provide Link Group’s Board with an assessment of the underlying strength and effectiveness of risk management across the Group.
- Development of an enterprise-wide risk training program to support the delivery of effective risk management and embedding of a sustainable culture of risk awareness.
- Collaborate with the GRC team to support the ongoing development of the tool and ensure framework and policy requirements are consistently implemented.

**Experience & Personal Attributes**
- Qualifications in Business, Commerce or a related field are desirable but not essential, combined with ongoing professional development, such as post-graduate or professional qualifications.
- In depth knowledge, experience of best practice risk management frameworks, methodologies, and emerging practice.
- High levels of problem-solving ability, with clear decision-making skills that can analyse complex information, in a way that drives resolution across a global business line.
- An experienced and skilled communicator at all levels, who clearly leads, inspires confidence, influences, and motivates others.
- A proven strategic thinker with experiences in the development, collaboration and communication of well considered, robust strategies within a large, complex and global environment.
- Practical experience in balancing local regulatory requirements within a group construct, ability to understand and satisfy needs of both local, regulated entities in multiple jurisdictions.
- An ability to connect, engage, pivot and change while at the same time being thoughtful, considerate and respectful of others.
- Unwavering commitment to behaving with integrity and complying with legal obligations, policies, and the Group code of conduct
- The above list of key accountabilities is not an exhaustive list and may change from time to time based on business needs. In addition, as the role is part of a global team travel and flexibility to work outside standard hours may be required in this role.

Link Group is a leading fund administration and share registry specialist. We are a market leading provider of technology-enabled administration solutions, continually developing our offerings to expand with our clients' needs. Since our inception, Link Group has been entrusted by clients to handle sensitive data in a secure and confidential manner. Our core businesses of fund administration and securities registration are complemented by our expertise in digital solutions and data analytics.