Risk Management

Operational Risk Consultant-IT& Change Oversight

Birmingham

£45,000

Our client is a leading bank who are currently recruiting for an Operational Risk Consultant. The role will be responsible for providing 2nd Line oversight and challenge to the Bank’s Information Technology operations and transformation change management. Key Responsibilities: Design, build and implement a methodology to provide a robust second line assurance and challenge programme over the operational risks associated with IT operations and Transformation (change) management across the Bank. Advise and challenge business stakeholders at individual and group level to ensure risks are adequately assessed and mitigated, where necessary monitoring remediation’s. Provide insight, assurance, reporting and solutions to the Executive Risk Committee and other senior committees to facilitate Go/No go decisions in respect of IT and Change. Provide strong subject matter expertise and where necessary train/educate at all levels across the organisation. Assist with ad-hoc investigations and impact assessments. Delivery of fit for purpose assurance methodology, plan and remediation monitoring regime Continually reassess the operational risks inherent in the business taking account of changing economic or market conditions Ensure all internal controls are adhered to Make sure any compliance risks are contained Key Requirements: Extensive experience in the oversight, challenge and assurance of IT Operations and Transformation management at a responsible level within a retail banking or similar regulated environment In depth technical knowledge of IT infrastructure risks, the impact of regulatory requirements and the usage of sophisticated assurance tools Commercial, business focussed with strong judgement and integrity

Operational Risk Consultant-MI Reporting & Systems

Birmingham

£37,000 - £44,000

Our client is a leading bank who are currently recruiting for an Operational Risk Consultant. The role will be responsible for building out and implementing a fit for purpose system for the management of Operational Risk practices. Key Responsibilities: Design, build and implement an Operational Risk MI and reporting suite that is fit for purpose for relevant Governance Committees up to Board level reporting. Maintain and produce regular and ad-hoc Operational Risk MI and reporting. Build out the capabilities of the in-house Operational Risk system and implement and embed for use across the Bank. Implement, administer and monitor information security management and user access control for the Operational Risk System. Provide strong subject matter expertise and design and execute the Operational Risk System training plan to increase operational risk competence at all levels across the Bank. Deliver one off activities and projects to the outcomes and standards agreed with the line manager Key Requirements: Experience in Financial Services industry. Advanced Excel and SQL and database management Strong analytical skills; adept at interrogating complex information to identify cause and effect and deliver accurate business insight and MI.

Risk Manager

Cheshire West and Chester

£42,000 + Benefits

Our client is a leading financial services business who are currently recruiting for a Risk Manager. The role will help develop and maintain an appropriate enterprise risk management framework that supports the achievements of business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Provide leadership to the business, to ensure the business fully understands the risk requirements and regulatory environments. To provide oversight for the Head of Risk that all areas of the enterprise risk framework is appropriately implemented and being adhered to. To challenge and embed a culture of pro-active risk management across the various business functions, and effectively communicate the risk exposure whilst maintaining relationships with senior management. To be an advocate and role model of embedding risk management principles and provide the required control standards for risk at all levels. Facilitate risk workshops with functional and departmental leaders and their teams, and risk workshops relating to projects. Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Help develop the understanding of enterprise risk within the business. Establish appropriate key risk indicators that help predict future performance. Build and develop an enterprise risk toolbox with process and documentation to support risk assessment, control assessment, and threat assessment at an operational and enterprise level Key Requirements: Experience of delivering or operating within an Enterprise Risk Framework Qualification or professional development in Enterprise Risk Management An understanding of Operational, Financial and Market risks

Senior Operational Risk Manager

Birmingham

£65,000 - £70,000

Our client is a leading bank who are currently recruiting for a Senior Operational Risk Manager. The role will be responsible for providing Operational Risk leadership, maintaining the Bank’s Operational Risk Framework and accompanying standards. Key Responsibilities: Develop end to end Operational Risk Frameworks and lead, drive, influence, monitor and support the implementation and reporting, ensuring that they are fit for purpose for the size, nature and complexity of the Bank and comply with regulatory and legislative requirements. Lead, manage, develop and motivate people in line with the Bank Management Charter to ensure they know what is expected of them, maximise their performance and develop their potential. Lead and deliver an effective independent oversight, review and challenge framework for execution across the business units and support functions ensuring compliance to the Operational Risk Framework. Lead and deliver an effective Operational Risk Training program covering all layers of the organisation. Provide strong subject matter expertise to advise and challenge working closely with the Risk Champions. Lead ad-hoc investigations, internal and external reporting as required. Lead IT and change oversight Operational Risk frameworks and ensure appropriate coverage. Perform gap analysis against industry standards as required and horizon scanning to ensure that new regulation or guidelines are considered for implementation. Lead Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Processes (ICAAP) for Operational Risk Deliver one off activities and projects to the outcomes and standards agreed with line manager. Key Requirements: Strong and extensive experience at a Senior Operational Risk Manager level, preferably within a retail banking or similar regulated environment. In depth technical knowledge of sophisticated operational risk; identification, assessment and remediation monitoring tools Extensive experience of leading, motivating and developing people/teams

Market Risk Analyst (FRTB)

London

£45,000 - £60,000

I have been engaged by a Big 4 Consultancy to search for a Market Risk FRTB Analyst at all levels. The main role will be advising and assisting clients with the impact of the changing capital requirements framework (‘Basel 4’), with particular focus on the new market risk requirements and quantitative modelling. The individuals will be expected to participate in and lead individual work streams within both market risk and wider risk and capital related engagements. As a member of the banking segment, the individual will also be required to apply their skills to a broad range of banking related issues supporting both UK and Global propositions. The expectation is that the roles will grow over time to provide a balance of quantitative and broader advisory and client facing responsibilities. Qualifications & Skills: Strong knowledge and understanding of market risk frameworks and processes including risk management, product control, capital calculations and product valuations. Proven ability to effectively deliver market risk engagements Detailed working knowledge of FRTB and an understanding of its implications is advantageous. Knowledge and practical experience of all aspects of model development and validation. Strong analytical skills and practical quantitative experience. Ability to communicate and challenge senior management on range of market risk topics. Ability to explain complex technical terms/impacts to a senior non-technical audience. Flexibility and agility to contribute to a broad range of banking risk engagements. Excellent oral / written communication, planning, project management, networking and influencing skills. Flexibility to work across the UK (and internationally) where required. Experience and Background: Extensive Quantitative experience Detailed product/industry knowledge Strong understanding of regulatory reforms impacting financial institutions (specifically, FRTB)

Market Risk FRTB

London

£85,000

Client: Set up, manage and run client engagements ensuring all Risk Management process and procedure is adhered to and project risks and issues are properly identified, managed and escalated . On large scale engagements this may be a supporting role Act as project or work stream lead responsible for shaping the approach to projects, developing work plans, driving execution and delivery of milestones ensuring the right resources are engaged and reporting status against plan Providing subject matter expertise on the operational implications of regulatory and accounting change; Supporting the design / build / implementation of Target Operating Models; Creating and delivering high level presentations, written reports and undertaking analytical exercise; Building and maintaining client relationships. Interacting with current and target clients. Practice: Developing and assisting in the responses to client Requests for Proposals (‘RFP’); Supporting the design and development of thought leadership papers and new methodologies; Contributing to Financial Management knowledge and business development initiatives. People: Performance managing and mentoring team members; Working with integrity and honesty; Being an active role model for junior colleagues. Supplementary responsibilities: Actively seeking new client opportunities and presenting at client pitches. The Person Core / Necessary skills & experience: Strong Banking industry experience, achieved through Line or change roles or consulting within a large Bank. Banking experience may be Retail or Capital Market focused or combination of both as drivers of change in the market place are impacting all Banking business models Excellent understanding of Financial Services business model for banking, broking and trading entities, including products and channels, trade life cycle and front to back business process Proven track record of successful project implementation with strong Project management toolkit including Status reporting, RAID management Business Requirements, Data Sourcing Analysis Accountancy qualification with minimum 3 years post qualified experience or other relevant professional qualification Strong people manager with ability to manage teams effectively and also act as insightful performance manager Good communicator at all levels with clear thinking and articulation Strong analytical, numerical and Microsoft Office skills; Flexible to travel. Additional skills and experience: Finance and Risk function target operating model and framework design and implementation experience Worked on Finance and Risk transformation programs is desirable, in particular FRTB, Basel 4, MiFID 2, IFRS 9 is desirable Good understanding of regulatory landscape impacting Banking sector Banking product knowledge and experience of front to back trade flows, business process and controls Broad understanding of regulatory capital requirements for banks(IB/Retail) Impairment process experience desirable Knowledge of finance and risk data and software systems

Executive Advisor - Credit Modeller (IFRS9)

London

N/A

Job Description: My client is a top four consultancy currently searching for a Credit Modeller with extensive IFRS 9 experience. The Role: Responsibilities: Advising clients on the impact of changing requirements in provision accounting standards (IFRS9) and helping clients validate or build credit risk measurement models. The individual will also be expected to lead the individual workstreams within both IFRS9 and credit risk modelling engagements. The individual will also be required to apply their skills to a broad range of banking risk related issues supporting both regional and national propositions. The Person: Qualifications & Skills: Detailed knowledge and experience in delivering of IFRS9 and credit risk modelling engagements. Knowledge and practical experience in accounting and risk requirements as related to IFRS9. Detailed working knowledge and experience of all aspects of model development and validation including the following: Methodology design Data extraction and pre-processing Modular model development User acceptance testing Model performance assessments Model validation In addition the candidate should be experienced in explaining complex technical terms or impacts to a senior non-technical audience. Ability to communicate risk/finance requirements of IFRS9 to the reciprocal function, i.e. risk to finance and finance to risk. Flexibility and agility to contribute in a senior capacity to a broad range of banking risk engagements. Excellent oral / written communication, planning, project management, networking and influencing skills Flexibility to work across the UK (and internationally) where required Experience & Background: Ability to understand and execute programming code including VBA, SAS, MatLab, C++ etc Relevant Sectoral experience – Developing Retail/ Wholesale banking PD/EAD/LGD models

Executive Advisor - Market Risk Quant (FRTB)

London

£55,000 - £85,000

My client is a top four consultancy currently searching for a Quantitative Risk professional with extensive FRTB experience. The Role Responsibilities: Advising and assisting clients with the impact of the changing capital requirements framework (‘Basel 4’), with particular focus on the new market risk requirements and quantitative modelling. The individuals will be expected to participate in and lead individual work streams within both market risk and wider risk and capital related engagements. As a member of the banking segment, the individual will also be required to apply their skills to a broad range of banking related issues supporting both UK and Global propositions. The expectation is that the roles will grow over time to provide a balance of quantitative and broader advisory and client facing responsibilities. The Person Qualifications & Skills: • Strong knowledge and understanding of market risk frameworks and processes including risk management, product control, capital calculations and product valuations. • Proven ability to effectively deliver market risk engagements • Detailed working knowledge of FRTB and an understanding of its implications is advantageous. • Knowledge and practical experience of all aspects of model development and validation. • Strong analytical skills and practical quantitative experience. • Ability to communicate and challenge senior management on range of market risk topics. • Ability to explain complex technical terms/impacts to a senior non-technical audience. • Flexibility and agility to contribute to a broad range of banking risk engagements. • Excellent oral / written communication, planning, project management, networking and influencing skills. • Flexibility to work across the UK (and internationally) where required. Experience & Background: • Extensive Quantitative experience • Detailed product/industry knowledge • Strong understanding of regulatory reforms impacting financial institutions (specifically, FRTB)

Asset Management Risk Officer

London

£90,000

My client is a big four consultancy searching for A Risk & Capital Management Manager to work closely with Directors and Partners to deliver risk and capital management engagements to investment management clients. Areas of focus include: ICAAP Risk management frameworks Articulation of risk appetite Risk registers Risk and control self-assessments (RCSA) Risk monitoring. The role also includes opportunities to deliver client presentations, contribute to thought leadership, work on business development, assist with project management and coach members of the team. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will have the opportunity to: Deliver high quality risk and capital management engagements to top-tier investment management firms. Know and apply risk and capital management rules and guidance for clients, based on a good understanding of investment management risks. Be seen internally and externally as a technical specialist, providing ongoing support and technical assistance to colleagues and clients, building long-term beneficial relationships. Maintain up-to-date knowledge in areas of specialism and industry trends. Prepare and deliver presentations and seminars on risk and capital management to clients and internally. Assist with the ‘Financial Reporting by Investment Managers’ publication in respect of the ICAAP, including: drafting of survey questions; analysis of responses; identification of trends; report writing; and participating in client meetings to share findings from the publication. Build and maintain a strong network of relationships, for example internally with other risk and capital management specialists in banking and insurance. Take on junior engagement management responsibilities, specifically: internal client and engagement risk management procedures; budgeting; and project management. Example Projects Below are some example projects that we have worked on: Established a risk management framework and risk register for the asset management division of a global investment bank Designed a corporate governance structure and risk management framework for a European financial institution across banking, insurance and investment management Assisted a global investment manager with addressing issues highlighted by the FCA, including helping design and implement a revised ICAAP About You You will have working knowledge of the financial services industry, in particular the investment management sector (including wealth management). You will have experience of working at a consultant, regulator or investment management firm, focussing on operational risk. You will have gained a good knowledge of operational risk management frameworks and practices in investment management and other financial sectors. You will also understand the expectations of the FCA and how this impacts investment management and other financial services firms. You will have had experience with ICAAPs and have a good understanding of CRD IV. You will be able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment, taking on new challenges, grasping new technical concepts rapidly, whilst delivering work to a high standard of quality and demonstrating strong attention to detail. You will have some experience managing and mentoring more junior members of staff.

Stress Testing - Advisor

London

£45,000

My client is looking for a highly numerate junior to join their growing stress testing team. Advising clients on the impact of changing requirements in stress testing and helping clients validate or develop stress testing models. You will be conducting technical analysis and report writing for workstreams operating under stress testing engagements. You will also be required to apply yourself to a broad range of banking risk related issues supporting both regional and national propositions. The Person Qualifications & Skills: Demonstrable skills covering the stress testing process, execution and requirements. Working knowledge of a range of stress testing and prudential processes, such as ICAAP, internal stress tests and reverse stress tests. Ability to clearly communicate stress testing requirements and findings in a range of ways, including presentations and written reports. Awareness of stress test modelling concepts and the analytical skills necessary to understand and help develop/validate stress testing models. Excellent Excel skills. Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. VBA, Python, etc.) is also of benefit. Flexibility and agility to contribute to a broad range of banking risk engagements. Excellent communication, planning, project management, networking and influencing skills. Flexibility to work across the UK (and internationally) where required. Experience and Knowledge: Relevant background experience in stress testing, covering the end-to-end process, execution and requirements for best-practice. Awareness of recent stress test results across UK banks subject to stress testing requirements. Knowledge of and experience in Expected Credit Loss accounting standards (IFRS 9) will be beneficial. Experience in modelling techniques, particularly for stress testing, is also of benefit.

Manager/AD Business Modelling Group

London

£45,000 - £75,000

I have taken on a Business Modelling Manager position working for a Big 4 Consultancy based in London or Birmingham. Reporting into the partner you will learn the expertise, tools, methodologies and practical experience to help generate confidence in helping Clients make the most testing decisions. As a Manager/Assistant Director, you’ll provide advice and support on all aspects of business modelling and analysis on these types of project and more to enable better decision making. Responsibilities: As a Manager you will have the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of transactions/projects where you will: Take a lead role in supporting clients throughout decision making processes, using outstanding technical and commercial skills on transactional and strategic mandates Take responsibility for delivering engagements – being primary client relationship holder Possibly be seconded to a client to work directly within their business and report to a senior member of the client's team Work to tight deadlines, adding value on complex, high profile and sensitive projects Take an active role in business development initiatives which could include being closely aligned to industry or sector groups Be expected to be innovative in developing client solutions and also in driving the team’s strategy forwards. To have a broader perspective of potential issues encountered when managing diverse teams and the strategies to overcome them; have a clear understanding of the firm’s commitment to creating a more inclusive culture Qualifications: To qualify for the role you must: Have a proven track record delivering top quality modelling solutions within a project based, client focused environment Experience of building, maintaining and effectively managing client relationships Leadership skills enabling you to become a “partner of tomorrow” Have strong academic achievements including excellent degree and A-level (or equivalent) results Have strong business diagnostic skills and the ability to apply a logical and analytical approach to problem solving Have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) Have strong excel skills - other relevant technical analytical skills could also be an advantage e.g. VBA, Access, SQL etc ACA Exam qualified (or equivalent), ideally with first time passes, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience

Prudential Capital Manager/AM

London

£45,000 - £75,000

My Client is a Big 4 Consultancy currently growing it’s Prudential Risk team. Working closely with senior Directors and Partners on projects in World Leading Financial Institutions and Banks. Responsibilities: Advising clients on the impact of the changing regulatory landscapes on their business models and supporting them through that change. Providing regulatory capital and related prudential subject-matter expertise on engagements run by others, in particular to Banking Authorisation projects. Managing and delivering engagements (which might include multi-disciplinary engagements), which would typically include gap analysis, transformational support, remediation, training and authorisation assistance. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and building an external network. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues and building an internal network. Active mentoring, coaching and development of colleagues. Playing a role in business development for the Regulatory Team and wider business, which might include building of propositions and taking these to market as well as identifying opportunities for on-sell from existing client engagements. Playing a role in research, insight development and knowledge management. The delivery of all client work/internal projects to a high standard. The Person Qualifications and Skills: Knowledge of the PRA’s approach to regulatory capital management, capital reporting and related prudential issues. Knowledge of the PRA’s and the FCA’s Supervisory Frameworks. Regulatory/operational experience of the FCA’s and/or PRA’s requirements covering corporate governance, assurance frameworks, organisational systems/controls and key customer interfaces. The ability to be flexible and work across a number of sectors within the financial services industry. Industry recognised qualification (e.g. CISI, CFA etc.) desirable but not essential. Effective oral and written communicator (the role will involve report writing). Planning and project management skills. Issue identification and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to achieve results, even when faced with obstacles or setbacks. Positive and flexible attitude to work and a willingness to embrace new initiatives. Networking, influencing and stakeholder management. Confident and highly motivated individual. Flexibility to work across the UK (and internationally) where required. Experience and Knowledge: Substantial relevant banking sector experience Experience of prudential regulation, ICAAP preparation, capital regulation and reporting. Experience of working in a professional services firm or in a regulatory environment (eg a regulated firms' compliance department or PRA/FCA). Demonstrable record of project management. Demonstrable record of issue identification and problem solving. Demonstrable record of delivering high-quality outputs on time/within budget. Demonstrable record of balancing commercial and compliance considerations desirable but not essential.

Head of Modelling

London

£70,000 - £75,000

My client is a top Asset Manager based in London. They are searching for a Head of Modelling to report into the Global Head Global Head of Investment Risk. The role consists of evaluating, recommending changes and documenting all such models, and assisting in putting in controls for ongoing validation of model outputs. The individual will be an active participant in risk technology projects, derivative pricing projects, and will be a regular member of the OTC Pricing Committee. The individual will report directly to the Global Head of Investment Risk. In fulfilling these tasks, the individual will have both an in depth understanding of a wide range of asset classes and risk modelling techniques, together with the ability to converse clearly in such matters. Types of knowledge required: In-depth knowledge of best practise pricing models for: Interest Rate derivatives Inflation Derivatives Options (Credit, Equity, Interest Rate & FX) Bonds, including callable bonds Structured Credit & CDS Interest Rate and Credit curve construction & bootstrapping techniques Value at Risk techniques Equity Factor Modelling Performance Attribution (multi-asset) Types of skills: Working knowledge of MSCI Barra & Risk Manager C#, Python and SQL programming Stochastic calculus and option pricing Finite difference and Monte Carlo pricing methods Relational databases and queries Bloomberg API, Excel, VBA Highly numerate degree, Ph.D preferable

Risk Management and Controls Analyst

London

£55,000

An opportunity has arisen within a leading Asset Manager for a Risk Analyst to assist the risk management team in the fulfilment of their second line of defence obligations to ensure that market and credit risks are controlled by the business. Job Description: Support the production and development of fund monitoring and valuation systems/processes. Carry out research on market data in order to understand risk and pricing drivers. Support the production and development of portfolio risk reporting including the development of new ideas to improve risk oversight. To support the Risk Analysis team in the completion of its assignments and investigations with particular focus on new product and strategies. Bespoke requests as directed by the senior analysts or other teams across the business Production and development of Value at Risk and stress testing reports Provision of valuations for the firms OTC and private asset books. Production and development of risk reports of derivative based products/funds limits and exposures. To support the Risk Management team in the completion of its assignments and investigations. To undertake other ad hoc projects as required. What we are looking for: Relevant experience gained within a Financial Institution, Investment Bank or Asset Management. Strong understanding of financial markets Experience in performing risk analysis and a solid understanding of OTC Derivatives and collateralised credit exposure. A self-starter with the ability for forge relationships with the business stakeholders and have excellent analytical abilities, Strong written and verbal communication skills. It is ideal for you to have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or economics.

Enterprise Risk Manager

London

£70,000

I am working with a Big Four Consultancy firm looking to grow their Enterprise Risk Team. Working in an extremely diverse client base this is an exciting opportunity for someone to join this dynamic and successful team. Responsibilities: Working with some of the largest organisations in the world, across a variety of industries. Our client list includes eminent organisations in technology, mining, media, pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, public sector and charities. The work you perform will help you develop an understanding of: Different third party relationships an organisation may have across different industries; Drivers which affect behaviours of business partners, suppliers and customers; and Operational processes and controls required by an organisation to effectively monitor its third party relationships. You will gain exposure to many aspects of the project from understanding the client environment and relationship with the supplier to performing detailed data analysis to understand the areas of supplier non-compliance. A typical EERM engagement will involve you: Understanding the nature of the relationship between the client organisation and its extended enterprise, customer base or supply chain; Performing risk assessments of contract documentation; Undertaking detailed and comprehensive data analysis which allows us to quantify the financial and operational compliance with the contract; Acting in a robust manner, with integrity to identify the facts, agree findings with third parties and communicating important issues in a clear, succinct manner; Supporting the client and potentially the third party through discussions with relevant stakeholders; Writing reports detailing the financial and operational issues highlighted during our work; and Providing timely and useful feedback that can enhance future relationships and activities, both at our clients and the third parties they interact with. Working with EERM provides a mixture of working in the office, client sites and visiting third parties’ premises, which provides variety and a well-rounded mix of work environments. There is potential that EERM can offer you the chance to work overseas for short periods, in such exotic locations as Ecuador, Brazil, Canada, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kuwait, Singapore, Russia, China, and sometimes we go to Europe as well! The EERM team value a healthy work-life balance, and provide ample opportunity to socialise with other members of the team across grades. Social events are democratically selected and are well attended. Requirements: Our EERM Professionals work in both small and large teams for all projects and therefore it is absolutely vital that applicants are able to be strong team players. It is also essential to have good communication skills, as well as a confident and professional demeanour when dealing with clients and colleagues. Applicants need the ability to adopt a pragmatic approach to dealing with situations where confidentiality is important or where our work is of a sensitive nature. Helping maintain our client’s good relationships is integral to our business. Successful applicants will have the ability to learn fast and deliver quality work under pressure. They will produce key client work upon joining the firm. Candidates should have an agile and analytical mind and enjoy problem solving. Therefore applicants must be highly organised, with the ability to review their own work critically. Successful applicants will have the ability to learn fast and deliver quality work under pressure. They will produce key client work upon joining the firm. Candidates should have an agile and analytical mind and enjoy problem solving. Therefore applicants must be highly organised, with the ability to review their own work critically. The candidate will have a deep understanding of third party risk management processes and controls, ideally gained through working for, or working with, complex, global organisations which work with a range of third parties operating in high risk environments (e.g. high anti bribery and corruption risk). The candidate will also have experience of being able to provide advice on procurement best practices, including category management planning, supplier risk assessment, supplier selection, contracting and on-going supplier risk management. The candidate will also have experience of managing third party compliance programs including multiple projects with management of a team to deliver those projects. Applicants do not need to have existing technical excellence with Microsoft Office, but when they join the firm they will benefit from showing they can learn fast and reach a strong level of expertise when they receive training. Therefore a good grounding in excel and basic functions would be a benefit to applicants.

Manager Prudential Regulatory Strategy

London

£45,000 - £55,000

I am working with a Big Four Consultancy within their successful and growing Regulatory Strategy Team. Responsibilities: Ensuring the ECRS maintains an overview of relevant developments in prudential initiatives in the UK and at EU and international levels, including through tracking new policy initiatives, identifying emerging topics and developing expertise in those topics; and developing relevant contacts with regulators, policymakers and industry; Leading the analysis and assessment of the strategic implications of new and emerging regulatory requirements; Driving forward thought leadership on the issues identified; Producing outputs including reports and presentations; Engaging with client-facing teams and directly with clients, in the UK and overseas, to leverage the analysis; Managing resources to deliver work to agreed deadlines; Ensuring the quality of outputs; and Contributing to cross-team initiatives. Qualifications/Requirements: We are looking for an individual whose experience includes working as a banking supervisor, a track record of producing analysis, and who has a natural intellectual curiosity. The successful candidate will further be able to demonstrate: A strong understanding of key regulatory and supervisory initiatives in prudential regulation, recent developments, and the process by which requirements are developed and set; An understanding of strategic challenges and trends in the banking sector and financial services industry more generally; The ability to develop hypothesis-driven analysis, and to provide considered views, interpretation and an assessment of the implications for the banking sector; The ability to track and quickly and efficiently review a large volume of information in order to identify and disseminate the key points in a clear and concise manner; Excellent time and workload management skills, and the ability to work flexibly under pressure; Exceptional presentation and business writing skills; The ability to independently drive and draft pieces of regulatory insight; High professional standards; The ability to take a flexible approach to tackle a wide range of tasks including: analytical research, client presentations and report writing, and hands-on involvement in the development of ECRS products; and Experience of managing or mentoring staff.

Risk and Compliance Manager

Manchester

£50,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

Our client are a leading financial services’ business who are currently recruiting for a Risk and Compliance Manager. The role will be responsible for the management of the Risk and Compliance team working with the business to define and oversee the implementation of policies and procedures. The role: Manage the Risk and Compliance team to develop and maintain regulatory standards and policies for the business to provide a compliant framework for the business to operate within. Provision of technical advice and guidance to the Head of Risk and Compliance, Legal and Regulatory Director, senior management and all business areas within the business covering all elements of the FCA handbook Identify and evaluate the impact of regulatory change on the business, through analysis of consultations and policy statements issued by the FCA and other regulators Provide a compliance helpdesk service which acts as a subject matter expert for all compliance matters impacting on the day to day activities of advisers and support staff Plan and manage technical projects for the Legal and Regulatory function Ensure timely identification of regulatory requirements and guidance issued by the FCA, JMLSG and other appropriate legislative, regulatory, governmental or industry bodies and to provide prompt assessment of the impact on the Group’s processes, systems and controls Manage the implementation of the business’s approach to anti money laundering and counter terrorist financing Develop and implement the annual compliance monitoring plan strategy, activities, procedures and resources, ensuring that risk based monitoring activity is carried out within the business in accordance with the monitoring plan Assist the Head of Risk and Compliance with the rigorous investigation of any concerns or rule breaches referred to the Legal or Regulatory function or revealed by regulatory management information. Key Requirements: Strong knowledge of the FCA handbook, principles for business and the Financial Services & Markets Act 2000 Ideally Level 4 Diploma qualified (or working towards) Five years’ experience in a senior compliance role preferably within a multi distribution FCA environment, including regular contact with the FCA Strong knowledge and understanding of business risk assessment and management

AM Risk Advisory

London

£45,000 - £55,000

I am working with a Big Four Consultancy on a new hire within their growing Regulatory Strategy Team. Responsibilities: As an Assistant Manager you will have responsibility for: Leading the analysis and assessment of new regulatory requirements across capital markets, working with regulatory specialists to form points of view on the key issues and their strategic and operational implications for clients. Delivering and driving thought leadership on regulatory initiatives in capital markets by identifying relevant topics as regulations develop. Working closely and effectively with senior management team and stakeholders throughout the European network and beyond. Tracking new policy debates and identifying emerging topics. Developing assessments of the financial and operational effects of capital markets regulatory developments on clients and financial markets, with particular emphasis on the end-to-end trading landscape. Engaging with client facing teams to support them in regulatory impact analysis of specific issues and challenges. Qualifications Requirements: We are looking for individuals with a strong track record of analysis and a natural intellectual curiosity about regulatory developments in capital markets. While we expect the Assistant Manager to focus on capital markets, the individual will be able to draw on expert input internally, so the candidate does not need to have specific experience across all capital markets products and services. However, a deep understanding of at least one of EMIR, MIFID II, CSDR, or SFTR will be an advantage. The successful candidate for the role will have: 2-4 years of experience in a regulatory environment within the financial services industry. Previous experience is likely to have been within: a regulator, trade association or government department; or the compliance function of a bank, insurer or investment manager; or a similar role in a top accounting/legal/consulting firm. A solid understanding of key developments in capital markets regulation in the UK, Europe and internationally and of the regulatory rule-making process and political landscape. Strong interpersonal skills and confidence to liaise and build relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as the ability to process large amounts of information and summarise it effectively. Excellent time and workload management skills, and the ability to work flexibly under pressure. Exceptional presentation and business writing skills, preferably with demonstrable experience in writing commercial thought leadership. The ability to take a flexible approach to tackle a wide range of tasks including: analytical research, assistance with client presentations and report writing.

Operational Risk Analyst-MI Reporting & Systems

Birmingham

£400.00 per day

Our client is a leading bank who are currently recruiting for an Operational Risk Analyst for an initial 3 month day rate contract. The role will be responsible for building out and implementing a fit for purpose system for the management of Operational Risk practices. Key Responsibilities: Design, build and implement an Operational Risk MI and reporting suite that is fit for purpose for relevant Governance Committees up to Board level reporting. Maintain and produce regular and ad-hoc Operational Risk MI and reporting. Build out the capabilities of the in-house Operational Risk system and implement and embed for use across the Bank. Implement, administer and monitor information security management and user access control for the Operational Risk System. Provide strong subject matter expertise and design and execute the Operational Risk System training plan to increase operational risk competence at all levels across the Bank. Deliver one off activities and projects to the outcomes and standards agreed with the line manager Key Requirements: Experience in Financial Services industry. Advanced Excel and SQL and database management Strong analytical skills; adept at interrogating complex information to identify cause and effect and deliver accurate business insight and MI.

Operational Risk Manager

Birmingham

£400.00 per day

Our client is a leading bank who are currently recruiting for an Operational Risk Manager for an initial 3 month day rate contract. The role will be responsible for maintaining the operational risk framework and accompanying standards. Ensuring that the Operational Risk Framework and accompanying standards are understood and embedded across the bank. Key Responsibilities: Drive, influence, monitor and support the development, implementation and reporting on end to end Operational Risk Frameworks, ensuring that they are fit for purpose for the size, nature and complexity of the Bank and comply with regulatory and legislative requirements. Build and deliver an effective independent oversight, review and challenge framework for execution across the business units and support functions ensuring compliance to the Operational Risk Framework. Build, design and deliver an effective Operational Risk Training program covering all layers of the organisation. Provide strong subject matter expertise to advise and challenge working closely with the Risk Champions. Deliver ad-hoc investigations, internal and external reporting as required. Perform gap analysis against industry standards as required and horizon scanning to ensure that new regulation or guidelines are considered for implementation. Lead Operational Risk Scenario Workshops with Risk Champions, Senior Management and other subject matter experts. Deliver one off activities and projects to the outcomes and standards agreed with line manager. Key Requirements: Strong experience in an Operational Risk Manager role, preferably within a banking or similar regulated environment. In depth technical knowledge of sophisticated operational risk; identification, assessment and remediation monitoring tools Commercial, business focussed with strong judgement and integrity

Risk Assurance Officer

Manchester

£25,000 - £35,000

Our client is a leading financial services’ business who are currently recruiting for a Risk Assurance Officer. The role will be responsible for undertaking review activities which interrogate, investigate and challenge regulatory and legislative risk exposures. Key Responsibilities: Delivery of activities forming part of the Compliance Monitoring & Risk Assurance Plan in accordance with the team procedures and methodologies. To support maintenance of the team procedures and methodologies (and to adopt best practice, efficiencies and economies of scale where appropriate). To engage with Key Stakeholders to ensure that relevant regulatory and legislative risks to the business are identified, communicated and addressed during monitoring. Interpret and apply relevant regulatory and legislative guidance to the business areas and provide pragmatic alternative solutions and support to the business where standards are deemed to be non-compliant. To present findings and reports including suggestions for relevant remedial actions, in a clear, accurate and consistent manner. To maintain appropriate and sufficient records to support and evidence the approach and outcomes of each monitoring and risk assurance activity. To maintain and develop relationships with key business customers whilst retaining the independent status required of a monitoring and assurance function. To escalate risks and issues to the Risk & Compliance Manager and / or Divisional Risk & Compliance Director as appropriate. Key Requirements- Good experience in a risk assurance, compliance monitoring, operational risk or internal audit environment Knowledge of financial services and relevant financial services’ regulation including OFCOM/OFGEM and OFWAT Knowledge of business continuity, information security and financial crime would be beneficial.

Principle Consultant-Information Risk

Reading

£75,000 - £85,000

Working for one of the UK’s leading specialist resourcing and consulting firm focused on governance, risk and compliance in the areas of regulatory conduct and financial crime. You will work to mitigate and manage their regulatory risks, and to ensure they provide positive outcomes for their customers. The demand for our services is growing, which has created an opportunity for a new Principal Consultant for Information Security. The Principal Consultant is responsible for developing the Information Security service offering and for overseeing the delivery of that service. This includes the use of Advisory services, Resourcing solutions and workflow models (process re-engineering, automation and outsourcing). Job description: Identify and drive the development of emerging commercial opportunities Develop an increased range of Information Security products and services Drive increased market awareness of the Information Security products and services Develop and win commercial opportunities Oversee delivery of Information Security contracts, including providing operational support for the delivery where appropriate Essential skills: Certified Information Systems Security Practitioner (CISSP) Detailed knowledge of GDPR requirements and business control solutions Cyber Security / Cloud Computing / Digital Web Commerce knowledge Proven ability to develop and deliver market relevant Information Security services Proven ability to develop network of valued commercial relationships Working knowledge of ‘Robotics Process Automation’ Results focused Desirable skills: Ability to map business process and to re-engineer in order to drive efficiency and control improvements Working knowledge of I.T. security architecture and design Business Continuity Management and Crisis Management planning experience Project management

Modelling Senior Manager

London

£75,000 - £85,000

I am working with a Big 4 Consultancy who are recruiting into their Modelling team due to added demand from clients. The Senior Manager will be responsible running projects and the development of junior staff. The Team: Contributing to and driving the growth of the modelling team Leading large projects to support clients in tackling business issues Applying technical skills to devise compelling and well thought out solutions to complex problems Building constructive working relationships to develop internal and external networks The Role: You will be responsible for managing the growth of a high performing a dynamic team, working across multidisciplinary teams. You will leverage existing managerial experience and leadership skills to help grow and develop the modelling team You will be able to build strong client relationship and effectively take propositions to market You will manage teams of modellers and other professionals to provide high quality and flexible modelling solutions for a diverse range of clients You will be responsible for end to end engagement and stakeholder management You will use existing Excel, VBA, and/or SQL skills to support delivery and develop capabilities, share knowledge on solutions, and best practice techniques You will support the professional development of the junior members within the team The Person: Recognises the importance of continuous self and team development and actively strives to achieve this. Helps others to understand how their work contributes to the overall success of an engagement and the wider firm Fosters a sense of self belief and confidence in others Seeks to understand others motivations Supports others to make brave decisions Experience in a senior management role managing projects, clients and senior stakeholders Experience scoping, designing and building financial models in best practice Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously Experience in building and maintaining strong working relationships across a range of teams Experience in developing new strategy and propositions to generate business Experience in performance management and developing & retaining talent A first-class or upper second-class degree in a numerate subject Strong IT skills (Excel, VBA, and preferably SQL) Strong communication skills to be able to describe complex technical issues in a clear and non-technical way Strong commercial awareness and understanding of key concepts and issues in the financial services sector

Risk Manager

London

£55,000 - £65,000

MERJE have been retained by a globally renowned professional accountancy governing body to recruit a Senior Manager to take ownership of the design and delivery of their AML framework. The position reports directly into the Head of Internal Audit and is responsible is responsible for championing the risk management process and improving staff engagement across globally, thereby enabling more effective identification and management of risks. Key Responsibilities: To engage with all levels of the organisation including Audit Committee and the Executive Team, to enhance and embed risk management processes. This will require effective challenge and support at Audit Committee and Executive Team meetings to ensure the capture and mitigation of key risks. To develop good relationships and work closely with staff to lead and promote best practice in risk management. This will include helping to develop and finesse the risk appetite to drive a more effective decision making process To enhance and promote the risk escalation process which should encourage and assist all departments to identify and escalate risks to senior management and the risk manager To develop, design and deliver risk assessment training and awareness workshops to support and equip all staff sufficiently to identify and manage risk at both strategic and operational levels To work collaboratively with colleagues in the Corporate Assurance team (which comprises Internal Audit, Legal and Information Security Assurance) to ensure there is a clear two-way communication process in place to provide timely and relevant information which will inform each other’s work (including the annual audit plan) To work collaboratively with key parts of the business, including the Strategy and Project Management Office to ensure risks are considered within the planning and project processes and inform key decision-making processes. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Hold a university degree or has completed equivalent higher education Possesses [or is actively working towards] a relevant professional risk or accounting qualification Relevant track record of delivering Risk Management in a comparable corporate environment Demonstrate an excellent understanding or Enterprise Risk Management principles and their practical application Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to challenge effectively and persuasively at all levels within an organisation Communicates with other people without requiring direct supervision and provides technical guidance when required on speaking in a clear, concise and compelling manner Receptive to working in a changing environment and with a flexible attitude to work.

Market Risk & Controls Manager

London

£75,000 - £90,000

I am working with a top US corporate bank based in London. This is a growth hire within the EMEA Market Risk Solutions Team. The team is responsible for delivering a range of FX and market risk products to meet the liquidity and market risk management needs of investors and companies in the innovation ecosystem. The business is growing quickly and has ambitious plans to build out new proposition and coverage. You will be responsible for undertaking and enhancing the risk and control processes and testing in this fast growing business as a ‘first line of defence’. This will include utilising the new tools implemented as a result of our MiFid II project to ensure ongoing compliance with this and other relevant rules, regulations and best practice. Responsibilities: Enhance and manage the ‘end to end’ first line risk and control framework for the Market Risk Solutions business, ensuring compliance with all applicable rules and regulations Review and testing of controls around key processes within the business: Client Set-Up and documentation Life cycle management ( MTM, Collateral management) Confirmations Reconciliations Pricing Transaction monitoring and reporting Agreement management and amendment process. e.g. FX agreement and ISDA process effective and all agreements are valid and reasons for amendments are reviewed Ensure, through regular monitoring and review, that all trades are in line with regulation and UK branch, EMEA and bank policies and client agreements, which includes review of: Communications (electronic and voice) Best execution and order handling Coordinate across teams within the bank to reports, investigate and resolve issues identified such as operational errors, risk events, audit or compliance review management actions Qualifications: Knowledge of FX and other risk management and international payment products Knowledge of the relevant rules, regulations, codes and best practice around Foreign Exchange and other market risk products Experience in a Middle Office, Operational Risk or audit and compliance role for a markets business and specifically in designing, implementing and managing control frameworks and testing of those control processes Experience of interacting with front office, operational, compliance and internal audit teams and coordinate activity across these teams as well as able to work independently. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent communication skills An interest in global markets, the innovation and investor sector.

Conduct Risk Specialist

Manchester

£20,000 - £25,000

Our client is a growing and entrepreneurial financial services’ business who are currently recruiting for a Conduct Risk Specialist in Manchester. The role will be responsible for providing assurance over business’ outsourced service providers and the delivery of appropriate customer outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Co-ordinate and perform oversight of the business’s service providers, to ensure adherence to regulations and internal policies Identify conduct risks and monitor the quality of customer outcomes, through risked based call listening and customer account reviews Co-ordinate Call Calibration sessions Manage and track remediation actions Regular communication to stakeholders (internal & external) on key risks identified and areas of good and best practice Maintain and develop Conduct Risk Framework Support with general office administrative tasks Key Requirements: Previous experience of Conduct Risk, QA Frameworks, or Junior Risk/Compliance Roles Knowledge of the FCA Handbook Experience within financial services’

Risk MI & Reporting Development Manager

Edinburgh

£500.00 per day

Our client is a leading financial services business who are currently recruiting for a Risk MI & Reporting Development Manager on a 6 month contract. The role will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of a new suite of MI & Reporting Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver a new suite of MI & Reporting to the business Help the business in manage risk effectively Assist with the implementation of a new suite of MI & Reporting Oversee risk reporting across different business groups Help mitigate any data risk Ensure the business remains compliant with all regulations and industry best practices Ensure data is managed effectively and in line with regulations Design templates for the business Review the risk reporting Carry out data analysis Key Requirements: Knowledge of Op Risk & Enterprise Wide Risk Experience of using Business Objects to create/build reporting and develop that reporting Financial services experience

EDD & BI Researcher – Private Equity

London

£350 - £450/day

A well know Private Equity business are seeking a EDD Researcher to support their Financial Crime & Investment teams with Risk Assessments & Due Diligence report writing with a specific focus on South Asian and African markets. You will be comfortable using the full suite of online and traditional sources to analyse and draft reports for investment opportunities within their markets. You will be commercially minded and be comfortable working both independently and within a wider team. You will have a good understanding for the Financial Crime risks within South Asian and/or African jurisdictions.