Senior Operational Risk Associate

A top wealth management firm are seeking a Senior Operational Risk Associate (Cyber Risk/Information Security knowledge required) on a permanent contract. Reporting to the Head of Operational Risk, you will provide support and coverage for the Wealth Management and Capital Markets teams to ensure that the business has embedded a strong Risk and Control function aligned with best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide Operational Risk Management support (e.g. Information Security & Cyber Risk, Model Risk, Sourcing / Third Party Risk etc)
  
• Conduct ongoing risk monitoring, reporting and analysis over the function
  
• Support the Head of Operational Risk on reporting to various governance Committees and the Board.
  
• Drive continuous process improvement and innovation across team activities.
  
• Engagement with the Wealth Management and Capital Markets business to ensure the relevant Framework has been adequately embedded in the first-line.
  
• Enhance risk culture by promoting risk awareness and embedding values of the firm in the business.
  
• Assist in the enhancement of various frameworks.
  

Requirements

• At least a bachelor’s degree obtained in a relevant field i.e. Business, Finance etc.
  
• Information Security and Cyber Risk knowledge is required
  
• At least 3 years’ experience in a risk-related role, with exposure to different operational risk areas and business models.
  
• Demonstrable knowledge of the various components of operational risk with proven stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  
• Good knowledge of GRC systems.
  
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure
  
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory bodies i.e. CBI
  

Benefits