Analyst, Risk and Controls

1229 - Analyst, Risk and Controls - Finance

About WPP Media

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Role Summary and Impact

We are looking for a Risk and Controls Analyst to join our existing UK Risk and Controls team based in London. The candidate will be part of the worldwide Risk & Controls team, working within the UK team.

The objectives are:

• To support the UK Risk and Controls function in a fast-paced environment and work cross-functionally with multiple geographies, functions, and employees of diverse backgrounds.


• To champion innovation in the area of risk and controls.

Objectives of the Risk & Control function include:

• Being a trusted partner and adviser for the Company in risk, internal controls, and compliance.


• Driving continuous improvement in the Company’s control environment and fostering ownership and accountability for internal controls at all levels.


• Supporting the culture of compliance, ethics, and integrity.


• Providing training on internal policies, “what good looks like” in relation to controls, supporting controls implementation and demonstrating the value of good controls throughout the Company.


• Embracing technology and innovation to optimize risk & control activities and increase level of compliance across the business; and


• Building and leveraging relationships to identify risks, anticipate issues and recommend solutions.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In all their responsibilities, the UK Risk and Controls Analyst will support the UK Risk and Controls team in coordinating, implementing, and monitoring regional risk and controls programs.


• Support the Risk & Controls team with implementing controls across the UK in line with the WPP Internal Control framework, which includes meeting the documentation and evidence standards required.


• Reinforce WPP Media policies, control requirements and communicate updates / changes to the business in a clear and concise manner.


• Help coordinate internal control and risk management processes, e.g. authorisation matrices, gift & entertainment coordination for quarterly reviews, market Letter of Representation submissions, Code of Conduct and Declaration of Interest reviews.


• To establish and maintain excellent relationships within the team and collaborate effectively with colleagues across WPP Media and WPP. Engage with multiple senior stakeholders, both internal and external.


• Help coordinate audit activities for the UK, liaising with internal and external audit teams and assist with monitoring remediation for all source of assurance such as Internal audit.


• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, including use of technology, while adapting to the new and evolving challenges and opportunities.


• Other responsibilities including but not limited to:
  
  
  
  • Ownership and administration of compliance systems, including MS teams and shared folders.
  
  
  • Prepare reports and presentations (for audit results, issues and remediation actions, training, etc.).
  
  
  • Maintain trackers to monitor and analyze the status of audits and other activities.
  
  
  • Assist UK Risk and Controls team management in ad hoc activities in relation to Risk and Controls function.
  
  
  
  

Skills and Experience

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.


• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.


• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

• Ability to apply a structured approach towards balancing multiple demands and priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficient with Microsoft Power Point, Excel, and Word.


• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative team-oriented approach.


• Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail


• A willingness to learn new skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Experience in media and advertising with knowledge of core business processes is a plus.


• Good organizational and time management skills.


• Enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.  

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location

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