Group Risk & Internal Audit Manager

ABOUT US: John Laing Group is a leading international investor and active asset manager of core infrastructure assets. With a history of investing in over 150 core infrastructure assets, John Laing has transformed communities worldwide. Previously listed on the London Stock Exchange, the company was taken private in 2021 by KKR’s Diversified Core Infrastructure Fund (DCIF), which has raised over US$14bn from investors like pension funds, insurance companies and sovereign wealth funds. John Laing operates in seven countries and employs over 100 people across offices in London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Melbourne, Sydney, New York and Bogota. With a $3billion global portfolio, the firm’s strategy under DCIF ownership is to develop/buy, hold and grow sustainable greenfield and brownfield infrastructure projects, businesses and platforms. Under KKR’s ownership John Laing has transformed into an exciting, dynamic core infrastructure investment platform with expansive growth. Our operational highlights include: Exponential growth : more than doubled AUM in the 2 years since KKR take private. Ready access to capital : via KKR funding platform, deployed c. £1.3bn in the last two years. Outsized returns / “Smart” transactions : 70% of transactions have achieved outsized returns. Active asset manager : leading bids and playing an active role post-acquisition. Global but nimble organisation : benefits from a global footprint while reacting swiftly to opportunities. Recognised leader in Greenfield : choice of investment partner for complex greenfield development. A new force in core midmarket brownfield : successfully acquired 11 brownfield assets since the KKR take private. On greenfield, John Laing partners with global, leading construction companies to deliver PPP projects in transportation, social, and energy infrastructure, while also investing in mid-market businesses with long-term, resilient cash flows. On brownfield, John Laing invests in operating assets, mid-market businesses and platforms that manage physical assets with long-term, predictable and resilient cash flows which are less cyclical or correlated to the broader economy. Find out more on our website: www.laing.com

THE ROLE AND OPPORTUNITY As the Group Risk and Internal Audit Manager at John Laing Group you’ll provide essential support to the Board and the Risk Management Committee by identifying potential risks and helping develop mitigation strategies across the organisation. You will coordinate input from Finance, Legal, IT, and Company Secretary teams as well as manage global insurances across the company. This role is perfect for a proactive individual with strong analytical skills and a passion for risk management and internal audit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage risks across the organisation. Maintain the Group Risk Register and provide regular updates to the Risk Management Committee.
• Compliance: Facilitate due diligence procedures and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies and BCP. Monitor changes in regulatory environments and implement necessary changes to maintain compliance.
• Governance: Evaluate the effectiveness and proportionality of governance arrangements in place to ensure key system objectives are achieved. Recommend governance improvements to better mitigate risks associated with corporate, directorate, and service objectives.
• Insurance: Arrange group level insurance across the company and manage the claims process, including Directors and Officers Liability insurance, professional indemnity, travel as well as provide oversight over our asset’s insurance portfolio for transportation and social infrastructure.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leaders, investors, regulators, and business partners. Communicate audit findings and risk assessments effectively.

VALUES & BEHAVIOURS We look for people who live our values in their day-to-day work. At this level we expect you to demonstrate the following behaviours aligned with our four core values: Excellence: Strive for excellence in all individual tasks and projects. Develop specialised skills and knowledge to contribute to team success. Integrate new ideas and insights from external sources into individual work. Transparency: Foster an open environment where information is freely shared among peers. Be honest about personal limitations and seek help when needed. Support team efforts in questioning and refining processes for better outcomes. Creativity: Share creative ideas and perspectives openly with team members. Collaborate with other teams to drive innovation. Build and maintain trust with colleagues to support creative initiatives. Care: Actively listen to and support colleagues' needs and aspirations. Promote a culture of openness and authenticity within the team. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure project success and community benefit.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE Required: Experience in risk management and internal audit, typically over 5 years, with a strong understanding of general business and financial risks and controls. Excellent workload and time management skills and ability/determination to keep to agreed deadlines whilst working on multiple projects simultaneously. Consistently promotes and maintains high standards of quality at work. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and ability to effectively communicate at all levels – written and verbal - including strong report writing skills. Ability to identify factual issues quickly through analytical thinking and controls-based testing and to use sound business acumen to suggest practical, cost-effective, and value-adding solutions. Ability to make day-to-day audit decisions autonomously (e.g. relating to sample sizes, issue/report ratings, or stakeholder management) in a timely and confident manner. Professionally qualified or part qualified CIA/CMIIA or ACCA/ ACA. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Preferred: Advanced degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements. Proficiency in financial software and tools. Insurance experience

BENEFITS Workplace Pension. Private medical insurance. Enhanced Family Leave. Group Life Assurance. Group Income Protection. And more… We offer a hybrid working model, where colleagues are expected to be the office at least 3 days per week, with adjustments made for part time hours. This is an outstanding opportunity to join John Laing and help shape the future of our business and the value we create.

MORE ABOUT US We are an equal opportunity employer. At John Laing, we value the unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds of every employee. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will provide equal access to opportunities at every stage of the hiring process. Applicants who require reasonable adjustments or accommodations are encouraged to inform us during the recruitment process. Personal Data: John Laing retains applicants’ personal data solely for the purpose of reviewing and evaluating applications and contacting candidates to discuss job opportunities. For further details on our Data Privacy Policy, please contact our HR department.