1st Line of Defence Risk and Controls Manager - Fintech Bank

I am working on behalf of Protiviti to identify and engage an interim risk manager with experience across either the Payments or Financial Services Sector.

This interim opportunity offers significant work from home flexibility and will involve working with Protiviti's end client, a leading FinTech bank.

This is an initial 3-month role, with the potential for extension.

Please find below a detailed job description outlining the key activities and responsibilities for the Risk Manager.

Job Description: Risk and Controls Manager - 1st Line of Defence (Payments)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee BAU Risk & Control Activities

1. Support Incident Management

Provide expert risk and regulatory guidance during incident management. This includes conducting root cause analysis, assessing the risk impact of incidents, advising on compliance and regulatory obligations, and coordinating with relevant teams to ensure timely and effective resolution.

1. Facilitate Governance Forums

1. Manage Remediation Activities

Identify gaps or weaknesses in risk controls across the payments process. Develop and implement remediation plans to address these issues in line with industry best practices and regulatory expectations, ensuring risks are effectively mitigated.

1. Risk & Controls Oversight

Continuously monitor the effectiveness of existing controls, identify emerging risks, and propose and implement mitigation strategies. Collaborate closely with other teams to ensure that recommended control measures are properly integrated into the payments process.

This role is key in safeguarding the business through proactive risk management and strengthening controls in the first line of defence