Risk & Compliance Analyst

Risk & Compliance Analyst

We are seeking a Risk & Compliance Analyst to join the Risk, Compliance & Assurance team within the Assurance Directorate.

Location: University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford hybrid working with 2 days in the office

Salary: £39,424 – £47,779 per annum

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires”, the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

The Risk, Compliance & Assurance team lead on all aspects of business continuity and major incident management, risk management, compliance and assurance

What We Offer

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

The Risk & Compliance Analyst combines hands-on ownership of the University’s risk management system with broader analytical and advisory responsibilities across risk, compliance and assurance.

The role holder will act as the functional lead for the University’s risk system, developing an understanding of its configuration, data structures and reporting capabilities. They will ensure the system is effectively maintained, continuously improved, and used consistently across the institution.

Alongside this, the role will deliver high-quality analysis, reporting and insight to support effective governance and decision-making. Working closely with colleagues across the Assurance Directorate, the Data Office and wider professional services, the postholder will strengthen institutional oversight through robust data governance, integrated reporting, and continuous improvement of risk and assurance processes.

The role sits within the RCA team and supports the Head of Risk, Compliance & Assurance (RCA) to deliver across all areas of responsibility.

About You

Essential Criteria

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience of working in risk management, compliance, internal audit or a related area in an analytical role.
• Experience working with enterprise risk management (ERM) or audit management and action tracking software
• Demonstrable experience of producing insight‑driven reports for senior stakeholders or governance committees.

Skills & Knowledge

• Advanced data analysis capability, including use of Excel and/or other analytical tools to manipulate, interrogate and interpret complex datasets.
• Experience developing dashboards and management information (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or equivalent).
• Understanding of risk management principles and assurance frameworks.
• Confidence working with software systems, including developing an understanding of system configuration, data structures and reporting tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex qualitative and quantitative information
• Ability to translate business requirements into system and reporting solutions, and to work pragmatically within technical and data constraints
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical or system-related concepts clearly to non-specialists
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality and integrity.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility and trust.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Confidence to constructively challenge and influence risk reporting quality, consistency and maturity.
• Curious and systems-minded, with a willingness to develop deep expertise in tools, data and processes.

Desirable Criteria

• Professional qualification in risk, audit, compliance, or governance (e.g., IRM, IIA, ICA).
• Experience as functional lead and system administrator of enterprise risk management (ERM) or audit management and action tracking software
• Experience in the Higher Education sector.
• Experience working with Business Intelligence or data warehousing teams.
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to UK Higher Education.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 5 May

Interviews will take place mid to late May in person in Oxford

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