Risk & Controls Analyst

We are currently partnering with a leading international insurance provider to appoint an Outsourced Activities Controller to join their Dublin-based team.

This is a key role within the second line of defence, responsible for overseeing outsourced partners and ensuring activities are delivered in line with regulatory, contractual, and internal standards.

You will play a central role in monitoring and assessing outsourced activities across a range of business areas, ensuring quality, compliance, and performance standards are consistently met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring and testing outsourced activities across areas such as sales, underwriting, claims, complaints, AML, data protection, and IT/security
• Assessing partner performance through data analysis and scorecards
• Delivering consolidated reporting on control outcomes and key risks
• Conducting onsite and remote reviews of third‑party partners
• Identifying control gaps and supporting remediation efforts
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders, including Risk and Compliance teams
• Supporting process improvements and contributing to ongoing projects
• Assisting with training and knowledge sharing initiatives

• 3–5 years’ experience within insurance, financial services, audit, or a related environment
• Experience in controls, xcfaprz audit, or oversight of outsourced activities is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and outsourcing risk frameworks
• Degree in Business, Finance, Law, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced Excel / MS Office capability
• Additional language skills (French) would be an advantage.