Technology Risk

3 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom MERJE Full time

We are partnered with a dynamic, forward thinking FinTech in their search for a Technology Risk & Assurance Analyst to be responsible for oversight of 1st line risk management activities across Technology, ensuring strategic and operational objectives are met and are underpinned by prudent and cost-effective controls.


This role can be home-based for the majority of the time with very occasional travel to the North West (UK) office.


Key responsibilities:


  • Provide challenge, support, and guidance to the Technology leadership team on risk and control requirements to ensure conformance to the requirements of the Banks Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • Oversight completion of Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) at predefined intervals.
  • Supporting the Technology leadership team with standardising first-line control testing activities.
  • Provide first line oversight and challenge of operational risk events to ensure corrective and preventative actions are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Oversee the development, maintenance and testing of business continuity, resilience, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Develop comprehensive / value add Management Information (MI) to aide decision-making.
  • Collaborate with leadership, forums, and committees to support the execution of strategies and change initiatives across the Banks technological estate.
  • Function as an internal communications advisor on business control to ensure the Banks culture and strategy is consistently communicated across Technology and risk ownership and accountability is strengthened.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provide first line monitoring and analysis of KPIs/KIs and Risk Appetite Metrics (RAMs).
  • Co-ordinate and support delivery of important risk management initiatives.
  • Support in the design and delivery of first line risk related training and awareness programmes.


Skills and Experience:


  • Experience in risk management, business controls, continuity, resilience, or a related field within the banking industry (preferred but not compulsory)
  • Experience and knowledge of ISO 27005, ISO 31000, or ISO 22301 standards (preferred but not compulsory)
  • Strong background working within a technology environment.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to assess complex situations and provide appropriate solutions.
  • Ability to develop strong working relationships with senior management colleagues and internal / external stakeholders.
  • Strong influencing skills with the ability to articulate and present ideas and gain agreement at a senior level.
  • Understanding of the Financial Services sector with specific focus on Banking (deposits/lending).
  • Sound capability in strategic thinking, developing solutions and effective business planning.


Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship. Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. In applying for this role, you may be registered on our database so we can contact you about suitable opportunities in future.


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