Operational Risk Management Officer

Posted 23 March 2023
Salary £50000 - £55000 per annum + bonus, non-contrib pension and 2 days wfh.
LocationCity of London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Banking Operations
ReferenceEMJ - ORMO_1679599564
Contact NameEbony James

Job description

Are you a proactive Risk Analyst or Officer level professional with previous Financial Services experience?

Are you in the market for a unique operational risk opportunity with progression and financially supported development (professional qualifications.)?

Our client, an international SME bank, are currently expanding their Risk division, within their London City based headquarters, and hiring an 'Operational Risk Management Officer'.

Offering a competitive package including base salary up to £55,000 (maximum), non-contributory pension and discretionary bonus paid out twice a year!

Also, further wellbeing perks, private medical cover and 2 days working from home per week.

You will also report to the Head of Operational Risk, support improvement of risk controls and frameworks, and liaise with senior stakeholders across the business.

Other responsibilities include:

  • Developing strategies and frameworks to support 1st Line of Defence and the Division-wide manage operational risks.
  • Conducting risk control assessments and supporting the Head of Operational Risk with regulatory reporting.
  • Liaising with senior stakeholder stakeholders and departments, to maintain internal control processes.

Ideally you will be or have…

  • At least 1 year of previous work experience within Risk in an Investment Bank, Banking or Financial Services environment.
  • Knowledge and experience of improving 1st and 2nd line risk metrics including operational risks, governance, and controls.
  • Experience of gathering data, risk analysis and completing risk control self-assessments.
  • Strong communication skills and a desire to progress through learning and further work experience within the team.

If this sounds like an interesting opportunity and you want to know more, or there is someone in your network that you would like to recommend, please reach out today!