135 Head Of Risk jobs in the United Kingdom

Kriya's suite of financial tools keeps business flowing brilliantly by providing frictionless access to payments, credit and working capital through seamless integrations and instant credit decisions.

Founded in 2011, Kriya has helped businesses collect over £28 billion in B2B payments, and advanced over £3.7 billion worth of credit through working capital and business loans. Kriya has a wide-reaching network of strategic partners including Barclays Bank, Stripe, Halfords and the British Business Bank, and is backed by prestigious equity investors including Northzone, Barclays Bank and Mouro Capital (owned by Santander Bank).

About the role

We’re looking for an exceptional Head of Risk to join our leadership team and take end-to-end ownership of risk strategy and execution across the business. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role reporting directly to the CEO.
As Head of Risk, you’ll lead the development and execution of Kriya’s enterprise-wide risk framework and collaborate with Commercial, Product, Data, Finance and Legal teams. You’ll oversee the full credit lifecycle—from analytics, underwriting and structuring, through monitoring, compliance and collections—while guiding a high-performing risk team. Also, you will lead the use of AI and Advanced Risk analytics across the risk function.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of embedded finance and digital lending at a company with massive reach and momentum.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and lead Kriya’s risk strategy across all business lines, products, and geographies.
• Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and Board on risk appetite, governance, and portfolio.
• Lead, grow, and mentor a high-performing Risk team (8 people on day one).
• Guide collections strategy and recovery workflows, ensuring efficiency and customer-centricity.

Requirements

• 7-10 years in debt capital markets, structured finance or corporate banking with a track record of leading complex credit transactions.
• STEM degree with strong analytical and decisioning skills
• Based in London or open to relocation to London
• Experience overseeing complex underwriting and deal structuring
• Demonstrated leadership across multiple dimensions of risk
• Proven ability to build and manage diversified portfolios and optimise risk-adjusted returns.
• Advanced analytical skills: financial modeling, large-data interrogation and critical credit assessment.
• Good communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Interest/Experience in leveraging AI tools.

A global Tier 1 Bank are looking for an Operational Risk Expert to join on an initial 6 month contract

You will be required to support the following operational risk management activities:

• Management and documentation of operational risk events
• Review and tracking of issues and actions
• Control assessment
• Team administration activities
• Entering risks, controls, and assessments into the system of record (Archer)

Additional experience in the following is desirable:

• Wealth Management
• Archer
• Business & Stakeholder relationship management from an Ops Risk perspective

The role is based in central London with office in Bishopsgate. Hybrid working policy with requirement of 3-4 days per week in office. Initial length of contract is 6 months with potential to extend further/convert into a permanent role.

Rate is up to 623pd inside IR35 DOE.

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Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

The Operational Risk AVP will play a vital role in managing and mitigating operational risks within the financial services industry. This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the banks Risk Management and Governance framework.

Client Details

This is a well-established private banking organisation .

Based in locations globally - this role can sit in either Jersey , Guernsey or London. The bank is hiring an Operational Risk AVP.

Description

The Operational Risk AVP will:

• Develop and implement operational risk frameworks to enhance risk management processes.
• Monitor and report on operational risk exposures to ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Collaborate with various teams to identify and mitigate risks across the organisation.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Support the development of risk-related training programmes for employees.
• Prepare detailed reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure adherence to industry regulations and best practices in operational risk management.
• Assist in the investigation and resolution of operational risk incidents.

Profile

A successful Operational Risk AVP should have:

• Experience in operational risk management within the financial services industry.
• A strong understanding of banking and financial services operations.
• Proven ability to analyse risk data and develop actionable insights.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Relevant qualifications in risk management, finance, or a related field.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of 63000 to 77000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the financial services sector.
• A structured and supportive working environment in London.
• Potential for additional benefits, subject to further discussion.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the banking and financial services department.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as an Operational Risk AVP, we encourage you to apply today.

Operational Risk / ORMF / RCSA / Risk / PRA / FCA / Regulatory / Framework / Operational Resillience / Finance / Bank / Banking / Building Society / Financial / Insurance / London / Hybrid / START ASAP

Operational Risk Manager

Financial Services
Location: London (Hybrid role)
Start: ASAP
Type: Permanent, full-time
Competitive Base + Benefits

We are supporting a growing financial services firm preparing to become a UK-licensed bank. They’re now hiring a Senior Operational Risk Manager to embed and put into practice an established Operational Risk Management Framework (ORMF) as they move into their next phase of growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Embed the existing Operational Risk Management Framework (ORMF) across the business
li>Lead and manage the RCSA process - identify, assess, and monitor key operational risks
• Support delivery of the Operational Resilience strategy, including scenario testing and risk mapping
• Develop and implement supporting policies, procedures, and controls
• Promote strong risk culture and work closely with senior stakeholders

What You’ll Need:

< i>Proven Operational Risk experience within financial services or banking
• Strong understanding of RCSA and Operational Resilience
• Ability to translate frameworks into day-to-day practice
• Confident drafting and rolling out policies and procedures
• Experience working in a regulated environment (PRA/FCA)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm on the path to becoming a UK bank, with the chance to make a real impact from day one. Apply now using the links provided for consideration!

We're hiring: Operational Risk Analyst | Financial Services | London or Midlands

3 days per week in the office

Are you looking to grow your career in operational risk within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment? We're looking for an Operational Risk Analyst to join our second line Risk team and help strengthen the organisation’s risk management framework.

This is a great opportunity for someone with 2–3 years of experience in financial services and a passion for risk, data, and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting operational risk processes including incident management, RCSAs, risk metrics, and reporting

• Analysing risk events, losses, and supporting Basel 3.1 data readiness

• Delivering insights for internal risk committees and contributing to regulatory reporting

• Coordinating risk policy reviews, culture initiatives, and training programmes

• Helping enhance risk systems and tools

What we're looking for:

• A curious, analytical mindset with strong communication skills

• Comfortable with Excel, PowerPoint, and data handling

• Experience in risk or a related area (or a strong desire to grow into it)

• Interest in professional risk qualifications (support provided)

This is a chance to work across the Bank, contribute to strategic improvements, and help shape a strong, positive risk culture.

We're hiring: Operational Risk Analyst | Financial Services | London or Midlands

3 days per week in the office

Are you looking to grow your career in operational risk within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment? We're looking for an Operational Risk Analyst to join our second line Risk team and help strengthen the organisation’s risk management framework.

This is a great opportunity for someone with 2–3 years of experience in financial services and a passion for risk, data, and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing:

• Supporting operational risk processes including incident management, RCSAs, risk metrics, and reporting

• Analysing risk events, losses, and supporting Basel 3.1 data readiness

• Delivering insights for internal risk committees and contributing to regulatory reporting

• Coordinating risk policy reviews, culture initiatives, and training programmes

• Helping enhance risk systems and tools

What we're looking for:

• A curious, analytical mindset with strong communication skills

• Comfortable with Excel, PowerPoint, and data handling

• Experience in risk or a related area (or a strong desire to grow into it)

• Interest in professional risk qualifications (support provided)

This is a chance to work across the Bank, contribute to strategic improvements, and help shape a strong, positive risk culture.

Key information:

• 6 month FTC
• Title: Operational Risk Manager
• Salary: Up to £105k base
• Hybrid working: 2 days in the London office 3 from home

Purpose of the role

To support management in the implementation of the operational risk management framework and provide expert knowledge and guidance to business units and group functions on all elements of operational risk. To work collaboratively in a relationship management approach, successfully implementing the framework elements and promoting a culture of clear ownership, accountability and responsibility for Operational Risk Management.

The ideal candidate will have subject Matter Expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Fraud
• Business Continuity/Operational Resilience
• Change and Delivery Risk
• Third Party Management
• Transaction Processing
• Legal Risk

Skills & Experience

Essential

• 5+ years experience of working within Operational Risk within Banking (or broader Financial Services)
• Maintaining a good understanding of current Bank relevant risks / issues / events enabling constructive challenge and informative reporting.
• Strong analysis skills and high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Sound reporting skills – ability to translate data into information.
• Excellent communication, organisational and influencing skills with the ability to engage with colleagues of all levels across the organization and able to draft reports to senior leaders and Executive Committees.

Key information:

• 6 month FTC
• Title: Operational Risk Manager
• Salary: Up to £105k base
• Hybrid working: 2 days in the London office 3 from home

Purpose of the role

To support management in the implementation of the operational risk management framework and provide expert knowledge and guidance to business units and group functions on all elements of operational risk. To work collaboratively in a relationship management approach, successfully implementing the framework elements and promoting a culture of clear ownership, accountability and responsibility for Operational Risk Management.

The ideal candidate will have subject Matter Expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Fraud
• Business Continuity/Operational Resilience
• Change and Delivery Risk
• Third Party Management
• Transaction Processing
• Legal Risk

Skills & Experience

Essential

• 5+ years experience of working within Operational Risk within Banking (or broader Financial Services)
• Maintaining a good understanding of current Bank relevant risks / issues / events enabling constructive challenge and informative reporting.
• Strong analysis skills and high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Sound reporting skills – ability to translate data into information.
• Excellent communication, organisational and influencing skills with the ability to engage with colleagues of all levels across the organization and able to draft reports to senior leaders and Executive Committees.