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Location: London (City) Our solutionsEach of our offerings has been built for a purpose, whether it sits at the core of a portfolio to provide long-term growth or to offer access into a specific global market. Our 40-year plus history as asset managers means we have the expertise to provide high quality multi-asset and risk-profiled solutions as well as attractive equity, fixed income, alternative funds, and real estate finance. Our heritageOur parent company, Great-West Lifeco, is a financially strong and stable global organisation, with total assets under administration of £1,800bn and approximately 33,250 employees worldwide, as at 31 December 2024. We also have more than 31 million customers worldwide. As the oldest Canadian life assurance company, Great-West Lifeco's foundations trace back to 1847 - meaning we've been helping our customers plan for the future for more than 170 years. Our teamCanada Life Asset Management has over 100 colleagues and includes more than 50 experienced investment professionals, with almost 20 years' average industry experience and ten years' average tenure at Canada Life Asset Management (CLAM). We are seeking an Investment Governance and Risk Officer to join the Investments team within CLAM, based in the firm's London office. Job Summary This is a key role for the Asset Management business which includes operating the 1st Line control environment to ensure adherence to applicable regulation, investment policy and client mandates. The role is responsible for conducting 1st Line monitoring activity, surveillance and oversight and reporting the results via MI to senior management. The role ensures Asset Management is effectively managing risks, providing the Asset Management business with expert and value-adding risk advice in a b