Role Purpose
Responsible for reporting and managing the LCH LTD Technology Risk Profile in the context of its Risk Appetite on behalf of the LCH LTD CIO; oversee critical intra‑group outsourcing arrangements; lead and mature LCH Ltd's first‑line Technology Risk & Controls function across application, infrastructure, cloud and cyber domains; ensure control design meets CCP obligations and LSEG group standards; drive delivery against key enhancements and provide risk insight to LCH executives and the Board; drive refinement of assurance management practices so that assurance activities remain risk‑based.
Key Responsibilities
* Technology Control Design & Assurance.
* Own the first‑line technology controls library (apps, infra, cloud, cyber) for LCH Ltd; define control objectives, procedures and metrics.
* Partner with BSL (Group Infrastructure & Cyber) to track LCH‑owned controls and deliver uplift programmes for identified core controls.
* Co‑chair technology risk reviews in CAB/technical change forums in conjunction with LCH Production Management and Architecture; enforce entry criteria, quality gates, and business approvals.
* Embed group delivery disciplines (architecture‑led, data‑led, engineering‑led, STP design, etc.) into technology risk checkpoints for programmes and releases.
* Coordinate technology risk contributions to the Operational Risk Committee and executive risk governance.
* Prepare updates on emerging risks (e.g., quantum / AI).
* Oversee third‑party risk management (TPRM) for external and internal/intra‑group technology suppliers – financial stability, controls/KRI, SII, audit actions, end‑of‑life/patching – working with procurement, TPRM and second‑line risk.
* Oversee the management of intragroup critical outsourcing arrangements with BSL (Infrastructure and Cyber).
* Integrate cloud risk controls and assurance with LSEG Markets & Risk governance rhythms.
* Build and lead a diverse team (engineering, risk assurance, data) with clear roles and development paths.
* Clarify control ownership and RACI across first/second lines; mentor control owners and ensure succession coverage.
* Interact closely with Divisional Risk teams (2LoD), Group Technology Risk & Control team (1LoD), and with LCH LTD and 1st‑line technology teams.
* Emphasise influencing teams to enhance their risk‑management culture.
Required Experience
* Senior leadership in Technology Risk/Controls within regulated Financial Market Infrastructure or Tier‑1 financial services.
* Ownership of control libraries and assurance programmes; familiarity with CEP, NIST CSF/CRI, ITIL/COBIT, ISO 27001.
* Hands‑on change governance / CAB leadership in complex platforms; remediation of systemic gaps.
* Operational resilience and incident management expertise; experience presenting to executive and regulatory bodies.
* Cloud risk oversight and third‑party risk management across critical vendors.
Qualifications & Certifications (Preferred)
* CRISC, CISM, CISSP, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer, ITIL Expert.
* Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent experience.
Skills & Attributes
* Risk intellect with engineering credibility; able to translate risk into design‑level control changes.
* Influence & communication: concise executive storytelling and pack preparation for boards / committees.
* Delivery discipline: embeds group delivery disciplines and measurable KPIs.
* Stakeholder management: collaborates across first/second lines, BSL, programme delivery and product technology.
Career Stage
Director
Equal Opportunity Employment
LSEG is a proud equal‑opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We accommodate religious practices and mental health or physical disability needs in accordance with applicable law.
Benefits
LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.
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