Senior Operational Risk Manager

3 days ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom MERJE Full time

MERJE is seeking a Senior Operational Risk Manager - IT & Cyber Risk Data for a leading retail banking institution. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape risk management practices in a dynamic financial environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in protecting the company's capital and ensuring operational risk practices align with strategic objectives.


Location: Milton Keynes


The Company

This retail banking institution is at the forefront of digital transformation in the financial sector. With a strong focus on innovation and risk management, the company offers a challenging and rewarding environment for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the industry.


The Role

The Senior Operational Risk Manager IT & Cyber Risk Data will support the Head of Cyber and New Technology Operational Risk in developing and implementing risk management frameworks. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of risk management in banking.


Key Responsibilities of the Senior Operational Risk Manager IT & Cyber Risk Data:

  • Deliver oversight, advisory, and guidance on new technologies risk
  • Maintain oversight of Data Management, IT, and Cyber risk across the organisation
  • Develop effective relationships with key stakeholders
  • Support the digital/technology transformation from a risk management perspective
  • Enhance risk management frameworks and tools for better technology risk reporting

Required knowledge and experience for the Senior Operational Risk Manager IT & Cyber Risk Data role:

  • Expertise in Information and Cyber Security, IT and IT Change Risk Management
  • Experience with Cloud technologies, preferably AWS and Azure
  • Knowledge of Data Analytics and Big Data technologies
  • Understanding of FCA/PRA, EU, and BCBS rules related to Technology Risk
  • Graduate-level qualification, preferably with a professional OR qualification


If you're an experienced risk professional with a passion for technology and a desire to shape the future of banking risk management, apply now for the Senior Operational Risk Manager IT & Cyber Risk Data position.

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Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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