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Our client is seeking a Director for their Business Process Risk and Control department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed Chief Controls Office (CCO), a dedicated first line risk and control function. The successful candidate will have the chance to make a significant impact and actively contribute to the evolution of this new group.
What you'll do:
As a Director - Risk and Control, you will play a pivotal role in our client's newly formed Chief Controls Office (CCO). You will work closely with the Business Process Management Group to critically assess business processes, identify risks, and define or enhance associated controls. Your role will involve improving the oversight of risks by bringing your expertise to partner with 1LOD business owners. You will also be responsible for providing cross-functional oversight across the first line, driving best practices, and ensuring consistency in control standards.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for the Director - Risk and Control position brings extensive experience in technology-related controls such as application-specific controls (ITACs) and IT general controls (ITGCs). You have previously been involved in business process management initiatives that drive risk identification and control enhancement. Your ability to adapt and work effectively across diverse business functions/topics sets you apart. You possess strong analytical skills which enable you to generate insights/reports related to Business Process Risks and Controls. Experience of managing Internal Audit engagement, control delivery/remediation, and audit validation is preferred. Knowledge of Financial Services, Financial Markets Utilities or another highly regulated industry sector is essential.
What sets this company apart:
Our client is a trusted party at the centre of the global FX ecosystem, utilized by thousands of counterparties. They are committed to making FX safer, smoother, and more cost-effective. Their unrivalled global settlement infrastructure reduces systemic risk and provides standardization for participants in many of the world’s most actively traded currencies. They deliver huge efficiencies and savings for their clients. Their ambition to make a positive difference starts with their people. They foster a supportive and inclusive working environment where everyone is encouraged to be open and forward-thinking.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Risk & Compliance
Focus: Risk - Operational Risk
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: £135,000 - £150,000 per annum
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Director
Location: London
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: G77M85-B6302A96
Date posted: 27 January 2025
Consultant: James Kelly
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