Risk and Control Subject Matter Expert - Commercial Risk

We are looking for an experienced 1LOD Risk and Control Subject Matter Expert with expertise in Commercial Risk to join our UK&I Central Control Function.

This is a hybrid role based in our Nottingham or London office reporting into our Head of Risk Operations.

Why this role is important to us

At Experian, trust is at the heart of our commercial success. The Commercial Risk SME helps us identify emerging risks, strengthen controls, and make smarter decisions across sales, contracting, pricing, and client delivery.

Work that matters – What you'll do

• Reviewing commercial activities to spot trends, risks, and control gaps
• Analysing incidents and data to uncover root causes
• Advising business teams on improving risk and control effectiveness
• Producing thematic reviews and insights to influence leadership
• Help develop our 1LoD Risk Framework
• Collaborating with Legal, Compliance, and 2LoD Risk to clarify understanding
• Designing and tracking key risk indicators (KRIs)
• Sharing good practice and uplifting capability across the 1LoD

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

What you'll need to bring to the role & Experian

• An understanding of commercial operations such as sales, contracting, client delivery, or data licensing
• Experience in operational or commercial risk management
• With the ability to interpret both qualitative and quantitative data
• Produce concise reports
• Confidence to advise and influence senior team members
• A curious mindset with a practical approach to solutions

More about you

• Analytical: Uses data and evidence to identify trends and tell a clear story
• Focus on real-world improvements, not theoretical fixes
• Collaborative: Work with teams to gather insights and share learning
• Challenging: Comfortable raising difficult issues constructively and factually
• Curious: Wants to understand what's really happening, not just what's on paper

Benefits package includes:

• Hybrid working
• Great compensation package and discretionary bonus
• Core benefits include pension, bupa healthcare, sharesave scheme and more
• 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave.

Internal Grade D/EB8

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Grade: D/EB8

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