Operational Risk Management Specialist

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom X4 Technology Full time £100,000 - £120,000

Job Title: Senior Operational Risk Analyst

Type: Full time

Location: London, 3 days a week

X4 Technology, a leading commodity trading organization, is seeking a Senior Operational Risk Analyst to join their Operational Risk Management team.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and monitoring operational risks across the trading and support activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Risk Identification & Assessment: Proactively identify, evaluate, and assess operational risks across all business units, with a focus on trading and transaction processes.
  • Framework Enhancement: Contribute to the development and implementation of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures tailored to the nuances of commodity trading.
  • Incident Monitoring & Analysis: Conduct thorough root-cause analyses of operational risk incidents and near misses, providing insights to prevent recurrence.
  • Control Effectiveness: Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls to mitigate operational risk, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory standards.
  • Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement operational risk controls, ensuring risks are managed efficiently and aligned with strategic objectives.
  • Data Analytics & Reporting: Develop risk metrics and dashboards to provide transparent, timely, and insightful reporting to senior management on operational risk exposures.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on regulatory requirements impacting operational risk in the commodities trading sector and ensure adherence across functions.
  • Training & Awareness: Drive risk awareness and best practices across teams, providing training sessions and risk education where necessary.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience: Experience in operational risk management, with significant exposure to commodities trading space, preferably physical commodities.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to senior management.
  • Problem-Solving Orientation: A strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying risks and implementing effective solutions.
  • Attention to Detail: Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

This is a full-time position based in London, with a salary range of £100-120k, depending on experience. The wider package includes bonus, pension, Bupa healthcare, and more.



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