Job Posting End Date: February 12 Who are we? We're a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we're on a collective mission to help the working world thrive. The role What will you be doing? We are looking for a Head of Risk to join the team and play a key role in shaping, overseeing, and continuously improving our risk management capability across the UK business. In this senior leadership role, you'll work closely with our CRO to deliver independent oversight, challenge, and insight across financial and non financial risks. You'll lead the development and execution of our Risk Management Framework, oversee Internal Model governance and validation, and provide expert guidance to Boards, Committees, and senior leaders. You'll champion strong risk culture, drive high-quality reporting, lead ORSA activity, and ensure our approach meets regulatory expectations including Solvency UK and PRA requirements. You'll also manage and develop our Risk team, building strong relationships and influencing decision-making across the organisation. What will you bring? About You Qualified Actuary with extensive UK financial services risk experience Strong knowledge of Solvency II, ORSA, Internal Model, and risk governance Experienced leader with excellent communication and stakeholder skills Analytical, proactive, and comfortable challenging at senior levels Our Benefits: Generous Bonus Private Medical Insurance DC pension scheme Life, medical and income Insurance Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support and medical 2nd opinion 27 days holiday with the option to buy and sell holiday up to 5 days (plus Bank Holidays) Salary sacrifice electric car scheme \LI-AM1 LI-hybrid Why join us? At Unum, we've created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life. We've built a supportive, inclusive environment (https://www.unum.co.uk/about-us/celebrating-inclusion-and-diversity) where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to careers@unum.co.uk. Company: Unum UK