We are looking on behalf of our client for a Risk Manager. The successful candidate will have strong experience in financial services, operational risk management and AntiMoney Laundering (AML) within a regulated environment. You will provide hands-on development of risk models involving market, credit and operational risk, assure controls are operating effectively and deliver research and analytical support. This position is a controlled function and requires formal, approved Regulated Individual status from the GFSC.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Implementing an overall risk management process for the organisation, which includes an analysis of the financial impact on the company when risks occur.
- Analysing current risks and identifying potential risks that are affecting the company.
- Evaluating the company’s previous handling of risks and comparing potential risks with criteria set out by the company such as costs and legal requirements.
- Establishing the level of risk the company is willing to take.
- Preparing risk management budget.
- Educating the Board of Directors about the most significant risks to the business; ensuring business heads understand the risks that might affect their departments; ensuring individuals understand their own accountability for individual risk.
- Creating business continuity plans to limit risks.
- Conducting policy and compliance audits, which will include liaising with internal and external auditors.
- Reviewing any new major contracts or internal business proposals.
- Building risk awareness amongst staff by providing support and training within the company.
Required:
- 2:1 degree and at least 5 years of work experience in financial services; with experience working in a successful regulated environment.
- Strong risk management experience and strong understanding of operational risk management framework end to end including operational risk systems, policies,
regulatory requirements. - Specific experience of Anti-Money Laundering in a regulated environment.
- Proven track record in the design and implementation of risk and control frameworks.
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