Risk Specialist recruitment

Business Services is the backbone of the Group, providing a diverse range of high quality services to the customer-facing operations within the Group. Business services includes; Technology Services, Group Operations, Group Property, Security and Risk (Corporate Security Services), Business Services Risk, Business Services Finance, Business Services Human Resources, Strategy and Architecture, and Procurement.

The Anti Money Laundering (AML) function is responsible for the provision of reactive and proactive advice to staff on all aspects of AML and is accountable for globally formulated AML policies and sanctions. We seek to protect the bank from the threat of money launderers and terrorist financiers.   

As Risk Specialist, you'll be required to support the implementation and management of the AML operation’s risk framework. This will include improving the understanding and effective management of risk across AML Operations, by supporting regions and functions in their work to ensure risks are identified, assessed, mitigated, monitored and reported in an effective manner. You'll also support the early identification of control gaps / weaknesses, suggest solutions and develop remedial activity in conjunction with regional and functional stakeholders while maintaining effective relationships.

To be successful as a Risk Specialist, you'll have a full understanding of the application of operational and regulatory risk, in the financial services industry, along with a thorough understanding of operational risk theories / frameworks and practical implementation approaches. Additionally, you'll be able to demonstrate effective use of analytical and reporting skills, and have excellent communications skills, with the ability to influence people.

In return, we offer an excellent employee salary and 25% cash and benefit funding programme which can be tailored to suit your individual needs. In addition to financial benefits, we offer a wide selection of exclusive lifestyle offers, development and learning programmes, services and support designed to help you manage and balance your own work-life priorities.

Please note as part of our referencing process credit checks will be undertaken.

If you'd like to discuss this role in confidence please contact Jenni Sanderson on 0131 626 9967