Hamilton (NYSE: HG) underwrites specialty insurance and reinsurance risks on a global basis through its wholly owned subsidiaries. Its three underwriting platforms: Hamilton Global Specialty, Hamilton Select and Hamilton Re, each with dedicated and experienced leadership, provide access to diversified and profitable business around the world.
Headquartered in Bermuda, Hamilton has over 600 employees with key underwriting operations in London, Bermuda, the US and Dublin. We work collaboratively, we share a passion for the service and results we deliver, and we know that what we do each day is meaningful – to our customers and our business. We believe we are ‘In good company.’ with everyone we interact with.
We’re looking for an
IT Governance Analyst
Based in London or Dublin and reporting into the IT Governance Manager (based in the US), we are seeking a highly motivated and skilled IT Governance Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring our IT operations comply with various regulatory requirements, including ISMS, BCMS, PIMS, DORA, GDPR, Data Governance and other relevant regulations in the insurance industry.
This role involves developing, implementing, and maintaining IT governance frameworks and policies to ensure the security, resilience, and compliance of our IT systems.
What you will do
- Develop and Maintain IT Governance Frameworks: Design, implement, and maintain IT governance frameworks, including ISMS (Information Security Management System), BCMS (Business Continuity Management System), and PIMS (Privacy Information Management System)
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act), GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), and other relevant regulations specific to the insurance industry
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage IT risks related to information security, business continuity, and data privacy. Develop risk mitigation strategies and ensure effective risk management practices
- Policy Development: Create and update IT policies, procedures, and standards to align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Audit and Reporting: Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with internal and external standards. Prepare and present reports on IT governance, risk, and compliance to senior management.
- Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs to enhance awareness and understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance across the organization.
- Incident Management: Coordinate and manage IT incidents, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including IT, legal, compliance, and business units, to ensure alignment and effective implementation of IT governance frameworks
Conduct Standards
- You must act with integrity
- You must act with due skill, care and diligence
- You must be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
- You must pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
- You must observe proper standards of market conduct
- You must act to deliver good outcomes for retail customers
What you require for the role
- Professional certifications such as CISM, CISA, CISSP, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Auditor are highly desirable
- Proven experience in IT governance, risk management, and compliance, preferably within the insurance industry
- Strong knowledge of ISMS, BCMS, PIMS, DORA, GDPR, and other relevant regulations
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Lloyd's market knowledge is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
What you can expect from us
We offer a vibrant, entrepreneurial, and collaborative culture guided by our values: Be Smart, Be Sensible, Be Open and Be More.
We know if we welcome and respect differences, we’ll attract and retain talent that brings a valuable diversity of perspectives and experience. We want all our colleagues to feel that they can bring their whole selves to work at Hamilton and know that they can be part of building a great company.
