Job Description
Director – Risk
£180,000 - 220,000 (dependent on experience) + Bonus + Benefits
London - Hybrid
An established FCA-regulated financial services company, seeks an experienced Risk Director to join their executive Board.
Key Responsibilities:
* Guide the Board and develop / align the strategy of the company with its risk management
* Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework
* Lead S166 remediation efforts and implement preventative risk measures
* Oversee Compliance Department and maintain effective second line of defence
* Conduct risk assessments and stressed scenario analyses
* Own and maintain the firm's ICARA
* Provide risk management training and influence corporate governance
Essential Qualifications:
* Extensive experience leading in S166 remediation and preventative risk measures in smaller risk management departments
* Prior SMF / approved person role or equivalent experience
* Proven track record in senior executive-level risk management within financial services
* Strong communication and influencing skills in particular working at Board level
* In-depth knowledge of enterprise risk, operational risk and business risk management principles and regulatory environment
* Understanding of key compliance matters as applied to an investment management, wealth management or broking business
* Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills
* Minimum of 10 years of senior-level experience in people leadership
* Thorough understanding of FCA requirements for investment firms
Apply now for this challenging and rewarding opportunity.
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