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Job SpecificationRole Title: Head of Risk and Controls Oversight, Europe Location: Vanguard Europe (London) Function: 2nd Line of Defence - Risks and Controls Role PurposeThe Head of Risk and Controls Oversight, Europe will support the design and implementation of a consistent European-business-wide controls framework, the building of a centralised risk and control inventory, and shape the future Target Operating Model of the programme, aligned to Vanguard global risk and controls standards. Once the framework is established and embedded in business-as-usual, the Head of Risk and Controls Oversight, Europe will continue to provide subject matter expertise and leadership across Vanguard Europe to strengthen the risk and control environment, drive effective 2LOD assurance, and ensure consistent practices across business divisions. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of a consistent European business-wide controls framework, including ensuring alignment with the enterprise risk management frameworkSupport the building of a centralised risk and control inventory in Vanguard's GRC tool, establishing European standards for risks and controls, aligned to Vanguard's global standardsShape the future Target Operating Model of the programme, aligned to Vanguard's global risk and controls standards.Collaborate with first line stakeholders to develop, review, and oversee delivery of indicative controls testing plans, reporting on timely and effective execution.Provide training and oversight for embedded first line control testers across Vanguard Europe's business divisions, providing feedback to first line managers and heads of business.Own the second line controls assurance plan of work and oversee activities by second line controls testers.Coordinate productio