Job Description
Risk Manager – Banking Sector
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 + Excellent Benefits
Location: London
Are you a seasoned risk management professional looking to make a significant impact in a growing team? A leading foreign Bank is seeking an experienced Senior Risk Manager to join their Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance Department, where you’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing and improving the risk management framework across the Bank.
Why this role?
* Lead and develop a growing risk management team with 5 direct reports.
* Oversee key risk governance frameworks (ERMF, ESG Framework) while strengthening risk processes.
* Work closely with senior leadership and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and enhance reporting systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide independent oversight and manage risk-related activities across all business units.
* Lead a team including Credit Risk, Operational Risk, and Information Security Officers.
* Oversee and enhance risk reports and Board-level presentations (ICAAP, ILAAP).
* Ensure the Bank complies with regulatory requirements, submitting timely reports and conducting assessments.
* Manage capital adequacy, liquidity assessments, and compliance with regulatory returns.
* Liaise with internal audit, external auditors, regulators, and consultants to lead key projects.
* Offer training and mentoring to elevate risk awareness and management across the organisation.
What We’re Looking For:
* 10 years of risk management experience in a UK-regulated financial institution.
* Strong leadership and organisational skills, with proven expertise in UK and European regulations.
* Exceptional analytical skills and experience in mortgage lending and trade finance (preferred).
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and project management capabilities.
Benefits: Generous employer contribution, private medical, gym membership, wellbeing benefits.
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level with a role offering both challenge and opportunity, apply today!