Operational Risk Specialist
Core
Support the oversight of non-financial and operational risk across a complex, highly regulated environment through risk assessment reviews, control effectiveness assessments, governance reporting, and assurance activities.
Role type
Second line operational risk & compliance specialist
Builds
Risk assessments, control reviews, governance packs, and assurance documentation for management and risk forums
Domain
Financial services / Operational Risk & Compliance
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Operational risk, Compliance, Internal audit, Governance, Risk & controls, Assurance
Preferred skills
Procurement, Supplier risk, Outsourcing, Third-party governance
Responsibilities
Support reviews of risk assessments and identify gaps, themes, and areas requiring escalation; Assist with control reviews and assessments of control design and operating effectiveness; Contribute to second line assurance activities through evidence gathering, analysis, and documentation; Prepare reporting, governance packs, and materials for management and risk forums; Maintain risk and control information, registers, and supporting documentation; Analyse emerging risks, trends, and recurring control issues; Support audit, assurance, and regulatory engagement activities; Contribute to the consistent application of risk frameworks, policies, and standards across the business; Assist senior risk leaders in delivering portfolio insights and risk reporting outcomes.