[ref. b99033020] Michael Page - Risk Manager

About Our Client

A financial services institution wish to recruit a Risk Manager to play a pivotal role in establishing, implementing, and managing the company's enterprise risk management (ERM) framework. This position involves identifying, assessing, and monitoring key risks, as well as collaborating with leadership to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies.

• Identify, assess, and prioritise risks across various business functions and develop risk profiles to inform decision-making.
• Design and implement the ERM framework, including policies, processes, and tools for assessing, managing, and mitigating risks.
• Continuously monitor risk indicators and emerging risks, preparing regular reports for senior management and the Board.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Legal, Compliance, and IT, to ensure risks are managed effectively across the organisation.
• Ensure the organisations risk management activities align with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices.
• Lead or support responses to risk incidents, ensuring lessons learned are applied to mitigate future occurrences.
• Develop and deliver risk training and awareness programs to enhance risk culture across the organisation.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Risk Manager should have:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (Master's or relevant certifications such as CRISC, FRM, or CERA preferred).
• Experience: 5+ years in risk management, preferably in enterprise or operational risk within relevant industry, e.g., financial services, technology, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for reporting to stakeholders
• Proficient in risk management tools and software.

• An attractive salary package within the range of GBP 85,000- GBP 95,000.
• Private medical coverage including dependants.
• An electric car scheme and cycle to work initiative.
• A generous pension scheme.
• 25 days of holiday leave.

We encourage all candidates who believe they possess the necessary skills and experience to apply for this exciting opportunity in the Financial Services industry.