Job Description
Operational Risk Officer | Permanent role | Hybrid working | Full-time | £45,000- £50,000 + bonus | Coventry
Your new companyOperational Risk Officer | Permanent role | Hybrid working | Full-time | £45,000- £50,000 + bonus | CoventryWe’re working with a well-established financial services organisation looking to hire an Operational Risk Officer (Senior Specialist) to join their Risk Oversight function.This is a second line of defence role focused on strengthening operational risk frameworks, providing independent challenge to the business, and ensuring robust oversight of AML and Fraud risks.You’ll play a key role in driving risk governance, improving control environments, and supporting senior stakeholders across the organisation.Your new role
* Provide independent oversight and challenge of operational risk across the business (2LoD)
* Participate in and review Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs)
* Deliver independent control testing in line with the annual testing plan
* Produce and present risk reports and insights to senior management and governance forums
* Track and challenge risk incidents, root cause analysis, and remediation actions
* Review and improve policies, procedures, and control frameworks
* Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across multiple business units
Financial Crime Oversight (AML & Fraud)
* Provide second line oversight of AML and Fraud risk frameworks
* Challenge risk assessments, controls, and governance structures
* Review management information (MI) and key risk indicators (KRIs) to identify trends and emerging risks
* Support effective incident management and ensure timely action and resolution
What you'll need to succeed
* 3-5+ years’ experience in Operational Risk, Risk & Controls, or Governance within financial services
* Strong understanding of risk frameworks (RCSA, control testing, incident management)
* Exposure to AML and/or Fraud risk oversight is highly desirable
* Proven ability to challenge, influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels
* Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills
* Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working autonomously
What you'll get in return
* Competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000
* Bonus scheme
* Hybrid working (2 days per week in the Coventry office)
* Pension scheme
* Company car scheme
* Private health cover
* Strong exposure to senior stakeholders and risk governance forums
* Opportunity to develop expertise across Operational Risk and Financial Crime
What you need to do now
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