At L&G, risk management jobs put you at the centre of decision-making, giving you the chance to work on real-world challenges in operational risk, compliance, financial crime, and governance.
Whether you’re starting in an entry-level risk analyst role or aiming for a senior risk management career, L&G offers structured development, mentoring, and opportunities to rotate across functions, helping you build the skills and experience that set you apart.
If you’re ready to make an impact, grow your expertise, and take your career in risk management to the next level, L&G is the place to start.
Starting your journey in risk management
Kick-starting your career in risk management at L&G means stepping into a world where every decision matters.
Entry-level risk management jobs, from Risk Analyst and Compliance Monitoring Officer to Operational Risk Analyst or the Graduate Risk Programme, offer hands-on experience tackling real-world challenges in regulatory compliance, operational risk, financial crime, and governance.
These roles don’t just teach you the fundamentals, they immerse you in the business, giving you a front-row seat to how risk management careers shape strategic decisions and protect the organisation.
Our graduate and early careers programmes allow you to gain practical skills, build a professional network, and lay the groundwork for a future in risk management roles that can take your career to the next level.
Progression pathways in Risk Management
A career in risk management at L&G doesn’t stop at entry-level roles; there’s a clear pathway to senior risk management jobs that shape the organisation’s strategy and influence key business decisions. As you gain experience, you could progress to roles such as:
- Senior Risk Analyst – handling more complex assessments and engaging with senior stakeholders.
- Risk Business Partner – embedding risk awareness across business units and driving strategic decisions.
- Compliance Surveillance Analyst – monitoring, reporting, and ensuring regulatory alignment.
- Risk Manager / Senior Risk Manager – leading risk frameworks, managing teams, and influencing policy.
- Head of Risk / Chief Risk Officer – shaping enterprise-wide risk strategy and governance.
We support career growth with structured development plans, mentoring, and access to internal mobility.
Our teams are encouraged to explore cross-functional moves, such as transitioning between Compliance, Financial Crime, and Operational Risk, to broaden expertise and unlock new risk management career opportunities.
Skills that set you apart in Risk Management
To excel in a risk management career, it takes more than technical knowledge; it’s about having the skills to influence, analyse, and drive outcomes. Key skills that set you apart include:
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail – the ability to spot risks before they become issues.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management – building trust and influencing decisions across teams.
- Understanding regulatory frameworks – knowledge of FCA, PRA, and other regulations to guide business actions.
- Constructive challenge and influence – questioning processes and decisions to achieve better outcomes.
- Proactive mindset and continuous learning – staying ahead in a fast-changing risk landscape.
Qualifications for Risk Management jobs
While professional qualifications aren’t required to start, they can boost your development in risk management roles. Examples include:
- ISO 31000 – Enterprise and Operational Risk
- NEBOSH Diploma – Health & Safety Risk
- CRISC – Cyber Risk
- FRM / PRM – Financial & Market Risk
Building these skills and qualifications positions you for long-term success in risk management jobs and opens doors to senior risk management careers at L&G.
Take the next step in your Risk Management career
Make a real impact in a career in risk management at L&G, where you can influence strategic decisions and build expertise across compliance, operational risk, financial crime, and governance.
From entry-level risk management jobs to senior risk management roles, we provide structured development, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities to help you grow and thrive.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, develop in-demand skills, and take your career in risk management to the next level, explore our current opportunities and start your journey with L&G today.
