Job Title : Director, Operational Risk
Location : London, UK
Hybrid Working Model : Flexible working. 3:2 split
Salary : Up to £140k base + Competitive Bonus + Company Benefits
Company Overview :
A prestigious global investment management firm with a significant presence in London. Dedicated to delivering excellence in investment management and operational risk oversight, the organisation serves a diverse clientele across a wide range of asset classes.
Role Overview :
Seeking an experienced Director, Operational Risk professional to join the London office, on a full-time basis. This high-impact individual contributor role is your chance to lead, shape, and elevate operational risk management across the organisation's international operations. As the go-to expert for operational risk in London, you’ll play a critical role in driving risk oversight and enhancing the risk framework. Ready to make your mark?
Key Responsibilities :
* Lead the operational risk function, focusing on strategy, financial, technology, and cyber risks.
* Conduct risk assessments and deep dives into operational incidents, providing advisory support to various teams.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with investment and non-investment teams globally to foster a culture of risk awareness.
* Ensuring adherence to applicable regulatory requirements, expectations, and industry standards in risk management across relevant jurisdictions, such as risk appetite statements, ICARA, ICAAP, and IRAP.
* Participate in senior leadership forums and governance committees, presenting metrics and dashboards related to operational risk.
* Collaborate with teams across EMEA and APAC to enhance risk oversight and presence outside the US.
Qualifications :
* Significant experience in operational risk management within the investment management sector.
* A bachelor's degree is required, with professional certifications (e.g., Operational Risk Manager certificate from PRMIA, CFA, FRM, or similar) considered an advantage.
* Proven ability to work independently and manage risk oversight in a dynamic environment.
* Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, critically challenge assumptions and conclusions.
* Demonstrated expertise in gathering and analysing complex data, assessing information and systems, and formulating logical conclusions.
* Familiarity with regulatory requirements and risk management frameworks relevant to the asset management industry.
* Experience in credit or alternative investment strategies is highly desirable.
What’s In It For You :
* Unique Opportunity: This role will allow you lead, shape and enhance the operational risk framework within a leading asset management firm, at a global level.
* Leadership Opportunity: Whilst the role is an Individual Contributor role, it offers the chance to be the face of operational risk internationally, leading efforts from the London office and having a significant impact.
* Growth Potential: Candidates will have the opportunity to enhance and grow the existing risk framework, contributing to the development of risk management practices
* Small Team Environment: Working in a smaller team allows for greater visibility and influence, as well as the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative culture.
* Strategic Role: The role encompasses a broad scope of non-investment risks, including operational, strategic, financial, and technology risks, allowing candidates to engage with various aspects of risk management.
* Regulatory Engagement: Candidates will lead efforts related to regulatory requirements, such as the ICARA, ICAAP, IRAP which involves capital calculations and risk assessments, providing valuable experience in compliance and governance.
* Remuneration: Competitive remuneration package of up to £140k base + Bonus + Benefits, and opportunities for professional development.