Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Risk Manager to join their team, working closely with the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) in Guernsey. This full-time role involves overseeing financial and non-financial risks, including credit, treasury, market risk, governance, regulatory, and operational risk. The position will also include developing risk frameworks and managing controls in line with internal and external standards. Click here to read more.
Job Duties:
- Oversee, manage, and support the Non-Financial Risk Officer in daily tasks and development.
- Ensure the risk team has the necessary skills and development plans, providing relevant training opportunities.
- Manage performance and foster a collaborative and communicative team environment.
- Uphold and promote the bank’s policies, principles, and values, demonstrating integrity.
- Provide risk consulting services to management and staff within the branch.
- Develop strong relationships with stakeholders, especially within the group.
- Attend and present at monthly Risk Management meetings, Operations Committee, and Branch Risk & Conduct Committee.
- Assist in identifying, assessing, and monitoring risk scenarios and mitigation measures.
- Own the Key Control Plan and Global Minimum Control (GMC) Implementation, ensuring timely execution and reporting to Branch Management and Group.
- Complete key controls and maintain a log of operational risk events.
- Maintain the Branch Risk Management and Risk Tolerance Frameworks in accordance with group standards and local regulations.
- Play a key role in the annual Branch Risk & Control Self-Assessment process and control assessments.
- Foster a risk-aware culture and provide guidance to the business on risk matters.
- Support and participate in branch-wide training, projects, and initiatives.
- Deliver risk reporting to management, stakeholders, and auditors, including KRI reporting and operational incident reports.
- Participate in management meetings and calls with Head Office and other locations as required.
Job Requirements:
- At least 8 years of practical experience in risk management or internal audit.
- Experience in designing and implementing controls, policies, and procedures.
- Strong stakeholder management and critical thinking skills to assess business activities and identify risks.
- Suitable professional qualifications in risk management or related fields.
- Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, with solid negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- A high level of integrity, discretion, and commercial mindset.
- Experience in private banking is desirable but not essential.
What You’ll Love:
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team focused on risk management within a well-established organisation. You will enjoy the challenge of managing various risks and developing strategies while working closely with senior management. If you are passionate about risk management and want to contribute to a forward-thinking team, this is the role for you.
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