Operational Risk Manager – EMEA Operations recruitment

The operational risk coverage of this particular team is the Middle and Back Office and the largest functions included are Operations, Technology and Finance. You will be involved in all aspects of operational risk, to include RCSA, loss analysis, KRI implementation, etc. In addition to this you will be in a unique position to have an input in to the continuous development of the operational risk framework. Team responsibilities include:

• Developing the operational risk strategy and governance framework

• Establishing a set of operational risk products and services to support the business areas’ management of operational risk

• Developing the tools and templates to allow the effective collection, review and use of operational risk information

• Through a team of Relationship Partners and Senior Risk Managers, effectively working with Operational Risk Co-ordinators across the business to embed an operational risk culture throughout the organisation

Specific responsibilities:

• Supporting the Corporate Operational Risk Relationship Manager and Senior Risk Manager in the performance of their responsibilities;

• Developing a close working relationship with key business stakeholders and providing ongoing communication of key Operational Risk developments and requirements;

• Providing support and challenge to key business stakeholders in their development and maintenance of Operational Risk products; including: RCSAs, KRIs, events.

• Leading the collation, analysis and reporting of operational risk MI in through monthly Aggregated Risk Profiles, which will be presented to business management.

• Identifying key trends, issues and other insights requiring further investigation and following up with the business as appropriate.

Candidate requirements:

• Have significant operational risk experience within operations division in Financial Services.

• Understanding of the role of Operational Risk in a Global Markets business.

• Have excellent communication and influencing skills.

• Display commercial awareness and an understanding of key business priorities.

• Display a proactive approach to operational risk management.

Desirable but non essential attributes:

• Possess investment banking and / or capital markets knowledge and experience.

• Have experience and understanding of the components of an operational risk management framework and their inter relationships.