We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talent team.
As the Head of Operational Risk you will lead on Operational Risk strategy, responsible for running the Operational Risk function on a Group level with local entity level oversight. You will work closely with all key first line of defence stakeholders and the second and third line Compliance and Internal Audit teams. You will report to the Group Head of Risk, supporting them and the business’ enterprise risk management needs.
Responsibilities:
- Lead on Operational Risk strategy including owning key risk and control frameworks, policies, introducing innovative risk management evaluation and management methods
- Operational Risk Events - Take ownership of event reporting suite & ensure all incidents are reported and followed up in a timely manner, reporting key concerns and breaches to the board and regulatory bodies when required
- Own Operational risk identification and control action processes and liaise with business risk owners to ensure timely roll out of fixes and long term solutions
- Ensure timely completion of business RCSAs & regular review
- Own Operational risk management policy and procedures and ensure these align with regulatory expectations and industry standards
- Own and develop Operational Risk KRIs & reporting
- Embed and champion a culture of risk awareness across the business by building strong relationships and delivering relevant training to raise awareness and ensure 3LoD accountability
- Own and develop Operational Risk capital requirement (ICARA) calculation methods and results
- Risk project work and ad hoc risk analysis as required
Requirements:
- 5+ years experience in Operational Risk at a Senior level in a financial services firm, consultancy, brokerage or bank
- Understanding of risk regulatory expectations and requirements in UK/EU
- Proven experience leading an operational risk team
- Strong knowledge of operational risk assessment and management methodologies
- Hands on experience of enterprise risk management software/tools
- Committee/senior management level exposure
Preferred But Not Essential:
- CFD knowledge or experience
- Relevant qualification or professional membership
What you get in return:
- Medical Insurance Coverage
- Hybrid type of work with flexible working hours
- Modern and outstanding equipment
- Full annual performance assessment
- Death in Service
- Employee Assistance and referral program
- Company matched contributory pension
- Workation policy
- The opportunity to work with one of the smartest teams on the market.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights!
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity.
Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
