Job Title: Head of Business Risk (Resilience & 3rd Party Risk), Birmingham
Client: MERJE
Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: ddb4ff3d21e6
Job Views: 2
Posted: 05.05.2025
Expiry Date: 19.06.2025
Job Description:
Our client, a leading banking institution, is currently recruiting for the newly created role of Head of Business Risk (1LOD) with a focus on Resilience and 3rd Party Risk Management.
This is a key role where you will be responsible for creating and embedding the firm's first line of defence risk function. As the Head of Business Risk, you will lead the company's risk management program, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and managed effectively. You will deliver a comprehensive approach to risk management covering areas such as risk and controls, operational resilience, business continuity, and third-party risk management.
Responsibilities:
* Lead development, management, and embedding of the Bank’s Operational Resilience Framework across all business areas, providing training and support.
* Oversee the Bank’s Operational Resilience Self-Assessment, ensuring accurate and timely information for reporting to the Operational Risk Committee (ORC), Executive Committee (ExCo), and Board Risk Committee (BRC).
* Assess impacts on the Bank’s IBS and risks during change and product development processes, assisting in necessary adjustments.
* Own the Bank's Business Continuity Plan, ensuring regular reviews and testing.
* Manage the Bank’s RCSA programme, ensuring risks are identified and corrective actions are taken proactively.
* Develop frameworks for risk identification within third-party suppliers and ensure compliance with expectations.
* Implement risk reporting and MI into risk committees and ExCo.
* Ensure relevant topics are escalated and discussed at the ORC to manage operational risk.
* Promote a strong risk culture across the Bank.
Requirements:
* Experience in resilience best practices and third-party risk management.
* Experience in the financial services industry.
* Strong knowledge of risk management principles and practices.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong leadership and management skills.
* Ability to work independently and in teams.
If you are a motivated and experienced risk management professional seeking a challenging role with a reputable financial institution, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Hybrid working policy involves 1-2 days per week in the office located in the West Midlands.
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