Nii Lartey Lawson
About Nii Lartey Lawson
Nii Lartey Lawson is a Senior Audit Manager at Legal & General, where he has worked since 2017. He has a diverse background in auditing and claims management, with previous roles at companies such as Allianz Insurance PLC and Crawford & Company.
Current Role at Legal & General
Nii Lartey Lawson serves as a Senior Audit Manager at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing audit processes and ensuring compliance with internal controls. He also holds the title of Senior Internal Auditor, a position he has maintained since 2017. His work focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of internal controls and improving operational processes within the organization, based in Hove, East Sussex.
Previous Experience in Insurance and Auditing
Prior to his current role, Lawson gained extensive experience in the insurance sector. He worked at Allianz Insurance PLC as a Motor Claims Handler from 2007 to 2008 and later at Crawford & Company as a Claims Technician from 2008 to 2009. He also held positions at Unum UK, where he served as an Auditor and Senior Auditor from 2014 to 2017. His experience includes roles such as Global Quality Manager at Crawford & Company and Group Internal Auditor at Markerstudy Insurance.
Educational Background in Risk Management
Nii Lartey Lawson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics and Computer Science from the University of Ghana, which he completed from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Master of Science in Corporate Risk & Security Management from 2010 to 2011. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in risk management and internal auditing.
Expertise in Risk Management and Compliance
Lawson possesses extensive knowledge of risk management frameworks, including Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), COSO, and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOx 404) internal controls. He is proficient in understanding regulatory requirements, including those set by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), as well as principles related to Treating Customers Fairly (TCF). His expertise supports his role in enhancing internal controls and compliance within organizations.
Diverse Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Lawson has held various roles that contributed to his diverse professional experience. He worked as a Project Coordinator at Grass Roots in 2010 and served as a PMO Analyst at National Grid from 2012 to 2013. His early career included positions such as Customer Support Analyst at Rancard Solutions Ltd and Design Production Coordinator at Argos. This variety of roles has equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to auditing and risk management.