Santander Consumer Finance UK (SCUK) is based in Redhill, Surrey and provides motor finance to a network of dealerships throughout the United Kingdom.
We are pleased to share that we are currently looking for a Risk Analyst to join our Risk department to support the Risk Control function, with a primary focus on Market Risk.
Reporting into the Risk Stress Testing Manager, you will be will supporting the independent monitoring, analysis, oversight, and reporting carried out within areas managed by Risk Control (including Market Risk, Credit Risk, Model Risk, and Enterprise-Wide Risk Management [EWRM]), helping to ensure risks are identified, measured, and managed within approved Risk Appetite limits.
Please note the closing date for this role will be, end of day, Friday 9th October 2026
Key responsibilities will include:
Market Risk:
- Undertaking regular Market Risk monitoring and analysis.
- Supporting the oversight of interest rate risk, structural balance sheet risk, and liquidity risk.
- Analysing movements in Market Risk exposures and investigate key drivers.
- Producing and maintaining Market Risk reporting and management information.
- Supporting monitoring against Market Risk Appetite limits.
- Assisting with stress testing, scenario and sensitivity analysis.
- Developing knowledge of Asset and Liability Management (ALM), IRRBB, and liquidity risk.
Risk Control:
- Supporting the independent second-line monitoring, analysis, and reporting of risk across Risk Control functions.
- Monitoring Risk Appetite metrics, limits, and key risk indicators, tracking portfolio performance.
- Identifying and investigating material movements, emerging risks, and potential breaches.
- Escalating issues appropriately and support follow-up management actions.
- Producing clear, accurate, and timely risk reporting and management information.
- Supporting independent challenge of risk information, assumptions, and business activities.
- Contributing to the maintenance of risk frameworks, policies, procedures, and controls.
- Assisting with Model Risk activities including model performance monitoring (Market Risk and stress testing models), periodic reviews, model maintenance, providing support to second-line Model Risk.
- Supporting EWRM activities, including stress testing and BAU forecasting, through data preparation, analysis, scenario assessment, reporting, and investigation of results.
- Undertaking regular and ad-hoc analysis to investigate risk issues, identify trends, and support decision-making across the Risk Control function.
- Developing and enhancing analytical reports, dashboards and monitoring tools using Excel, Power BI, and other appropriate analytical tools with the view of improving automation and accuracy.
We’re looking for someone with:
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving – Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to investigate issues, analyse data, identify trends, and develop practical solutions and recommendations.
- Communication – Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to different audiences through written and verbal communication, including the production of accurate and insightful management information.
- Continuous Improvement & Learning – Proactive approach to improving reporting, analytical processes, and ways of working, with a strong desire to learn and develop knowledge across Risk disciplines.
- Planning & Delivery – Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate work within deadlines.
- Collaboration – Ability to build effective working relationships across Risk and the wider business.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, data quality, and high standards.
- Good understanding of risk management principles, with the ability to apply established methodologies, models, and monitoring processes, and develop knowledge across Risk Control functions.
- Knowledge or practical exposure to Market Risk within financial services.
- Understanding of interest rate, liquidity, or structural balance sheet risk.
- Strong Excel skills and experience working with large or complex datasets.
- Ability working independently, using initiative while recognising when guidance or escalation is appropriate.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and workloads.
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in a numerate or analytical discipline, or relevant experience within Risk, Finance, Data/MI, or a similar analytical function. (Essential)
- Previous experience within Risk, Finance, Collections, Treasury, Data/MI or another analytical business function. (Desirable)
- Experience with analytical and reporting tools such as Power BI, SAS, SQL or similar. (Desirable)
We have a range of benefits available which include:
- Competitive salary (dependent on skills & experience)
- 27 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
- Annual bonus based on personal and company performance
- Generous pension contributions
- Employee assistance programme
- Sharesave scheme
- Gym passes at a reduced rate for 3,000 gyms, leisure centres etc
Other things you need to know:
The hours for this role are 09:00-17:00 across Monday – Friday, this is a hybrid role working at least 3 days a week in the Redhill, Surrey office
Inclusion
At Santander we’re creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.
At Santander Consumer Finance we have a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, harassment (including sexual) or victimisation of any kind.
Should you want to be considered for part time hours, please let us know and we can assess your requirements.
What are the next steps:
If you are interested in this role and believe you have the skills, experience, and knowledge then we’d love to hear from you. Please go ahead and click apply which will take you through some questions and allow you to submit your CV and covering letter.
Skills Required
- Degree or equivalent experience in a numerate or analytical discipline, or relevant experience in Risk, Finance, Data/MI, or a similar analytical function
- Strong numerical, analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
- Ability to communicate technical findings clearly through written and verbal communication
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and data quality
- Good understanding of risk management principles and established methodologies, models, and monitoring processes
- Knowledge or practical exposure to market risk within financial services
- Understanding of interest rate, liquidity, or structural balance sheet risk
- Strong Excel skills and experience working with large or complex datasets
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver accurately within deadlines
- Previous experience within Risk, Finance, Collections, Treasury, Data/MI, or another analytical business function
- Experience with Power BI, SAS, SQL, or similar analytical and reporting tools
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Retirement Support — A dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% of eligible pay and immediate vesting are highlighted as core strengths, supporting long‑term savings. This is reinforced by company‑paid disability and life/AD&D coverage that bolster financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off typically ranges from 18–30 days in the U.S. with 11 paid holidays, plus dedicated volunteer and development time; the UK features a minimum of 25 days with buy/sell options. Some roles also use self‑managed PTO, offering additional flexibility depending on team norms.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. parental benefits include 8 weeks paid for all parents and a total of 16 weeks paid for birth mothers, with flexibility for reduced hours around childbirth. Caregiver leave and dependent‑care programs add further family support.
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Banco Santander (SAN SM, STD US, BNC LN) is a leading commercial bank, founded in 1857 and headquartered in Spain and one of the largest banks in the world by market capitalization. The group’s activities are consolidated into five global businesses: Retail & Commercial Banking, Digital Consumer Bank, Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), Wealth Management & Insurance and Payments (PagoNxt and Cards). This operating model allows the bank to better leverage its unique combination of global scale and local leadership. Santander aims to be the best open financial services platform providing services to individuals, SMEs, corporates, financial institutions and governments. The bank’s purpose is to help people and businesses prosper in a simple, personal and fair way. Santander is building a more responsible bank and has made a number of commitments to support this objective, including raising €220 billion in green financing between 2019 and 2030. In the first quarter of 2024, Banco Santander had €1.3 trillion in total funds, 166 million customers, 8,400 branches and 211,000 employees.
