Operational Risk Manager – 2nd Line of Defence

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Bruin are currently seeking candidates for their open Operational Risk Manager – 2nd Line of Defence position in London, United Kingdom through Go Job Search. Are you an experienced candidate looking to take up a Operational Risk Manager – 2nd Line of Defence role such as with an industry leading company like Bruin?

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Operational Risk Manager – 2nd Line of Defence

An international financial services provider is seeking an Operational Risk Manager to provide independent 2nd Line of Defence oversight across the group. This role focuses on managing operational risks, with a strong emphasis on Third Party Risk and Intergroup Outsourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead operational risk oversight for COO, focusing on third-party risk management, inter-group outsourcing, data protection, and new product/change assessments.
• Challenge and review risk assessments, data protection impact assessments, and incident reports.
• Support compliance with FCA, PRA, and ICO regulations through policy development and horizon scanning.
• Collaborate with GRC teams to enhance risk tools and prepare risk committee papers.
• Foster a strong risk culture and mentor junior risk professionals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven senior experience in operational risk management within UK financial services.
• Strong expertise in Third Party Risk and Intergroup Outsourcing, including cloud outsourcing.
• Experience with group structures, including subsidiaries and branches.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with a solutions-driven approach.

If you have the required skills and you’re seeking a fresh challenge, please get in touch.
 

Bruin recognises the positive value of diversity, and aims to promote equality and challenge unfair discrimination. As a champion of equal opportunity employment we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons – men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. We particularly encourage applications from women, disabled, and Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as these groups are underrepresented throughout the financial services industry. Our clients work with us because they value a diverse workforce, and subscribe to our shared principle that all appointments are made on merit and that ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.

Apply now and a member of the team at Bruin will get in touch with you to discuss your career options further.

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