Divisional Overview

The Risk Division is a team of specialists charged with managing the firm’s credit, market, liquidity, and operational risk.

This role sits within Operational Risk which develops and implements risk assessment and oversight frameworks designed to identify, monitor, and manage non-financial risks such as those associated with systems, people, processes, and external events.

The risk division is ideal for collaborative individuals who have strong ethics and attention to detail.

Role Overview

This role requires an energetic self-starter that can liaise with stakeholders across asset and wealth management. Familiarity with the business, the operational risk framework, combined with strong analytical skills, interpersonal skills and being a problem solver are necessary for this role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational risk framework within the second line of defense working closely with the first line whilst providing robust challenge.
• Facilitate operational risk event management framework and data collection, including the detailed reviews of significant events to ensure appropriate remediation plans are implemented, and identification of trends to identify significant or emerging risks.
• Facilitate challenge of 1st line RCSA and Control Assessment ratings to ensure appropriate measurement approach and rationale has been employed.
• Conduct scenario analysis by working with stakeholders to develop and quantify scenarios measuring tail risks used for stress testing and capital calculations.
• Contribute to the advancement of operational risk methods and practices and the operational risk management framework.
• Create Management reporting using Alteryx, Tableau, or other cutting-edge visual interface-based tools.
• Develop analytical reports and presentations for senior management, executive committees, and regulatory exams.
• Review and evaluate new business initiatives and firm acquisitions to identify changes to the operational risk profile of the division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience working in either operational risk, or within Asset and Wealth Management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to present with impact and build consensus across senior stakeholder groups
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on delivery
• Proficiency in Excel & PowerPoint Alteryx is a plus
• Quick learner who can thrive working as part as a cross-regional team and individually

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Last updated : 2024-04-25