EMEA Risk manager
Core
Second-line operational risk manager overseeing the Non-Financial Risk Management (NFRM) framework, providing independent challenge, advisory support, and governance across the EMEA region for MetLife.
Role type
Senior IC operational risk manager (non-financial risk)
Builds
EMEA-wide operational risk governance, reporting, and control frameworks
Domain
Insurance / Financial Services / Operational Risk
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Operational risk management, Non-financial risk (NFRM) framework design, Risk assessment and challenge, Governance and committee support, Risk reporting and insights, Change management oversight, Stakeholder engagement, Regulatory compliance, Strategic advisory, Cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Financial risk management, Insurance industry experience, Data analysis, Thematic risk analysis, Risk appetite alignment
Technologies
Risk management frameworks, Reporting tools, Governance platforms
Responsibilities
Drive strategic development and implementation of the EMEA NFRM framework; Coordinate and challenge Non-Financial Risk Assessments (NFRAs) across countries; Provide guidance to first-line teams on risk identification and control effectiveness; Lead deep-dive reviews and thematic risk assessments on critical areas; Support end-to-end operational risk governance from local to Board committees; Produce and coordinate EMEA operational risk reporting and insights; Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and CRO; Oversee cross-country change initiatives and ensure appropriate risk identification and management; Escalate material risks to senior governance forums.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight