Director, Operational Risk

Job Title ‍ : Director, Operational Risk Location : London, UK Hybrid Working Model : Flexible working. 3:2 split Salary : Up to £140k base + Competitive Bonus + Company Benefits Company Overview : A prestigious global investment management firm with a significant presence in London. Dedicated to delivering excellence in investment management and operational risk oversight, the organisation serves a diverse clientele across a wide range of asset classes. Role Overview : Seeking an experienced Director, Operational Risk professional to join the London office, on a full-time basis. This high-impact individual contributor role is your chance to lead, shape, and elevate operational risk management across the organisation's international operations. As the go-to expert for operational risk in London, you’ll play a critical role in driving risk oversight and enhancing the risk framework. Ready to make your mark? Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the operational risk function, focusing on strategy, financial, technology, and cyber risks.
• Conduct risk assessments and deep dives into operational incidents, providing advisory support to various teams.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with investment and non-investment teams globally to foster a culture of risk awareness.
• Ensuring adherence to applicable regulatory requirements, expectations, and industry standards in risk management across relevant jurisdictions, such as risk appetite statements, ICARA, ICAAP, and IRAP.
• Participate in senior leadership forums and governance committees, presenting metrics and dashboards related to operational risk.
• Collaborate with teams across EMEA and APAC to enhance risk oversight and presence outside the US.

• Significant experience in operational risk management within the investment management sector.
• A bachelor's degree is required, with professional certifications (e.g., Operational Risk Manager certificate from PRMIA, CFA, FRM, or similar) considered an advantage.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage risk oversight in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, critically challenge assumptions and conclusions.
• Demonstrated expertise in gathering and analysing complex data, assessing information and systems, and formulating logical conclusions.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and risk management frameworks relevant to the asset management industry.
• Experience in credit or alternative investment strategies is highly desirable.

• Unique Opportunity: This role will allow you lead, shape and enhance the operational risk framework within a leading asset management firm, at a global level.
• Leadership Opportunity: Whilst the role is an Individual Contributor role, it offers the chance to be the face of operational risk internationally, leading efforts from the London office and having a significant impact.
• Growth Potential: Candidates will have the opportunity to enhance and grow the existing risk framework, contributing to the development of risk management practices
• Small Team Environment: Working in a smaller team allows for greater visibility and influence, as well as the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative culture.
• Strategic Role: The role encompasses a broad scope of non-investment risks, including operational, strategic, financial, and technology risks, allowing candidates to engage with various aspects of risk management.
• Regulatory Engagement: Candidates will lead efforts related to regulatory requirements, such as the ICARA, ICAAP, IRAP which involves capital calculations and risk assessments, providing valuable experience in compliance and governance.
• Remuneration: Competitive remuneration package of up to £140k base + Bonus + Benefits , and opportunities for professional development.