Role Profile

The Group Risk function covers all aspects of Operational Financial and Strategic risk across the Group and has a unique insight and exposure to all areas of the Group.

This role provides technology risk oversight of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) activity across the Group. The role sits within the Group Chief Technology Risk office, among a team of Technology Risk specialists, performing activities including the provision of risk assurance of technology operational risks, new products, change and key controls, as well as providing advice to Engineering and the business on risk management and monitoring activities.

The role will require close liaison with the Group Chief Information Officer (CIO), divisional Chief Risk Officers, CIOs and other internal business partners in Risk and Corporate Development.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Risk Oversight

• Provide independent 2nd Line oversight and challenge of technology, AI and M&A risks across LSEG

• Deliver risk insight, assurance and thematic analysis to senior partners on key risks

• Support embedding of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) across Engineering

• Develop and monitor appropriate Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) in support of the technology risk profile

• Lead deep-dive reviews into areas of heightened risk

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Risk & Governance

• Provide oversight of AI-related technology risks that may have an impact on the Group’s technology risk profile and Engineering strategy and operations

• Review and challenge AI solution design and deployment

• Support development of AI governance frameworks, standards and policies

• Ensure alignment with regulatory expectations across the Group

• Keep pace with latest AI developments and provide thought leadership to senior partners on key risks and opportunities

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Provide independent technology risk assessment and opinion on M&A activity including due diligence

• Review target company technology environments and controls

• Assess integration risks and remediation plans

• Partner with Corporate Development and Engineering teams to ensure technology risks are identified and managed effectively

Partner Engagement & Leadership

• Build relationships with senior partners including CROs, CIOs and CTO

• Influence and improve first line risk culture and risk management capability

• Provide thought leadership on emerging technology risks

• Represent Technology Risk in governance forums at all levels

Candidate Profile / Key Skills

• Extensive experience in senior technology risk or IT governance roles

• Strong understanding of 2nd Line oversight and Three Lines of Defence

• Experience in complex global organisations

• Clear understanding of M&A related technology risks

• Solid understanding of AI/ML risks and governance

• Familiarity with COBIT, ITIL, ISO 31000, COSO

• Strong partner management and communication skills

• Experience in Board and Committee risk reporting and metrics

Interested in crafting how we manage technology risk across AI, M&A and an evolving technology landscape?

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London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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