We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re-shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources. Our client, a major UK retail bank, provides every day banking services to over 17 million retail customers. The banks expertise and services span across Business Services, Corporate banking, Wealth Management, Group Functions, Retail and Investment Banking. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for a Risk and Controls Manager (Surveillance) for a 6 Month contract based in Manchester (1 day per week on site) Purpose of the Role: We are seeking an experienced Risk & Controls Manager with a strong background in surveillance, risk frameworks, and operational processes. This role will be pivotal in designing and embedding a new control framework, ensuring sustainable operational risk management, and leading a cultural transformation within the team. You will oversee and report on the effectiveness of surveillance performance, drive strategic change across the bank, and apply enterprise-wide risk management approaches within the Surveillance function. Responsibilities of the Role: Design & Implement Risk Framework: Develop and embed a robust control framework aligned with new business requirements. Risk Issue Management: Oversee risk issues, risk acceptance, and event escalation, ensuring matters are dealt with in a timely manner. Review & Enhance Controls: Conduct a comprehensive review of existing risk and control mechanisms, ensuring alignment with the new framework. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive change and embed risk culture within the organisation. Run Risk Forums: Lead discussions, provide insights, and implement best practices for risk governance. Operational Process & Data Flow Oversight: Assess and refine operational processes to enhance efficiency and risk mitigation. Surveillance Risk Management: Understand risks within a surveillance department, design processes and controls to mitigate them, and monitor control effectiveness, adjusting as necessary. What we require from the Candidate: Proven experience in risk and controls, with a focus on surveillance and operational risk management. Strong expertise in designing and overseeing risk control frameworks. Experience in running risk forums and effectively engaging with stakeholders. Ability to interpret risk data, provide insights, and drive strategic decision-making. Experience in leading cultural change initiatives and embedding sustainable operational models. Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience in financial services or a regulated environment preferred. Familiarity with market abuse regulations and compliance requirements. Next Steps: This client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model. If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course. AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business