Operational Risk Manager - Asset Management

A great opportunity has come up for an operational risk manager from the buy side who is looking for their next role.

Job Title: Risk Manager - salary £80,000-£100,000

Location: London - office based 3 days per week

Sector: Asset Management

The Opportunity:

We are currently assisting our client, a prestigious financial services organisation, in their search for an experienced and highly skilled Risk Manager to join their growing team. This is a key leadership role that will work closely with the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to support the design, implementation, and ongoing management of the company's Risk Management Framework. The successful candidate will provide independent oversight and challenge to the business risk profile for the UK-regulated entity.

Key Responsibilities:

As Risk Manager, your primary duties will include:

• Risk Management Framework: Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework that encompasses operational risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, market risk, conduct risk, and reputational risk.
• Risk Mitigation & Reporting: Assess, mitigate, monitor, and report on the risks impacting the business and ensure that effective risk management practices are demonstrated across the organisation.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Provide expert reviews of key risk metrics and incidents to ensure accurate reporting and management.
• Promoting Risk Culture: Lead initiatives to educate and train staff on risk identification and mitigation techniques, promoting a robust risk culture within the firm.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Assist the CRO in reporting risk-related information to the Board and represent the Risk function in internal and external committees, forums, and working groups.
• Collaboration with US Team: Work closely with the US-based Group Enterprise Risk team to ensure alignment of risk management practices across both regions.
• Change Management: Participate in change programmes, ensuring that risks are managed effectively throughout organisational changes.

Risk Management Duties:

In addition to the above responsibilities, you will also:

• Maintain a strong understanding of the company’s risk policies, procedures, risk appetites, and tolerances.
• Ensure that risk considerations are incorporated into business decision-making processes.
• Accurately escalate and record incidents associated with relevant risks.
• Regularly assess and challenge the company’s risks and controls to ensure effective risk mitigation.

The Ideal Candidate:

Our client is looking for candidates with the following qualifications and experience:

• Extensive Experience in Risk Management: Significant experience in managing risks within a regulated financial services environment, with a focus on liquidity, credit, market, and operational risks.
• Risk Framework Expertise: Proven experience in designing, implementing, and embedding risk management frameworks.
• Leadership & Influence: Ability to influence senior management teams and committees, with a proven track record in driving risk culture within the organisation.
• Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of both UK and US regulatory frameworks, with experience collaborating with a US-headquartered group.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong skills in building and maintaining effective relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Experience in leading and developing risk teams, with a focus on talent identification, development, and retention.
• Academic Background: A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a related field such as risk, finance, or accounting. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in IT tools such as VBA and SQL.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and presenting to senior stakeholders.

Personal Attributes:

The successful candidate will possess a mature, credible approach to corporate environments, demonstrate a high level of integrity, and be able to communicate complex risk information in a clear and accessible manner. A collaborative and proactive attitude, combined with sound business judgement, will be essential for success in this role.