Risk Specialist - 6 Months Contract - London/Hybrid
Join our client, a globally recognised and award-winning financial institution, as a Risk Specialist on an initial 6-month contract with the potential for extension. As a Fortune 500 company with over 130 years of financial experience, our client is committed to providing innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful people, families, and institutions. By joining their team, you'll be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment that values service, expertise, and integrity.
As a Risk Specialist, you'll play a crucial role within the Banking and Markets business, reporting to the Capital Markets Head of Risk and Change Management. You'll identify, measure, and escalate key risks, working closely with business unit stakeholders to develop frameworks and enhanced standards. Your contributions will help mitigate inherent risks, ensuring the continued success of our client's operations.
Why join our client's team? Here are some key benefits:
Competitive salary from £84,000pa, plus extensive benefits package (see below)
Hybrid working model (3 days office-based, 2 days work from home)
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm schedule, with occasional out-of-hours work
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and facilitate monthly forums to foster open discussions on inherent risks and control measures.
Identify areas of highest risk, highlighting key controls and control gaps to senior stakeholders.
Support the development of frameworks, enhanced standards, and procedural documentation to strengthen risk mitigation.
Lead forums to review and document changes to Capital Markets product offerings.
Serve as a trusted advisor on risk-related issues and foster open dialogue with business partners.
Act as a liaison between the business unit and second line risk and compliance functions.
Represent Risk on Steering Committees and/or Working Groups.
Skills and Background:
Financial services experience with a strong understanding of operational risk, controls, or audit.
Excellent knowledge of audit, risk, and operational management concepts.
Familiarity with Capital Markets or related business areas.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organisation, attention to detail, and time management abilities.
Inquisitive and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving.
Ability to make independent decisions while being a collaborative team player.
Leadership and organisational skills to direct activities across multiple business units.
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're the ideal candidate for this role.
Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted within 48 hours. However, if your application is not successful, we may keep your details on file for future vacancies.
By joining our client's team, you'll be an employee of our agency, working on-site with the organisation. In addition to a competitive salary and strong benefits package, you'll have access to a wide range of perks, including certification opportunities and discounted benefits. Join our global organisation with over 52 clients, and take your career to exciting new heights.
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