308 Risk Management Specialist jobs in the United Kingdom
Risk Management Specialist
Cheshire, West Midlands
£70000 - £73000 Annually
Pontoon
Posted 14 days ago
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Risk Management Specialist
Location : Chester (3 days on-site required)
Contract Length : 12 months to be extended.
Salary: 73,000
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the dynamic world of Banking and Financial Services? We are seeking a passionate and proactive Risk Management Specialist to join our vibrant Network Service Assurance organization. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact while growing your skills, this is the role for you!
Position Overview:
As a Risk Management Specialist, you will play a key role in managing and reporting risks associated with our network infrastructure. You'll help ensure that our processes, procedures, and controls align with our risk framework. Your insights will guide our teams in adhering to enterprise standards and navigating compliance requirements, making you an essential part of our mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality outputs while owning assigned tasks with a proactive approach.
- Timely escalation of issues with proposed solutions.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with team members and key stakeholders.
- Manage network architecture risk assessments and documentation.
- Coordinate risk assessment schedules and planning activities with stakeholders.
- Support internal compliance audits, representing network technology throughout the audit lifecycle.
- Collect evidence, report findings, and validate issue remediation.
What We're Looking For:
- A strong background as a Risk Management / Business Analyst with a knack for problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Basic understanding of WAN/LAN Network Technologies and familiarity with compliance risks.
- Experience in a large enterprise environment is a plus!
- Detail-oriented and organized, demonstrating diligence in your work.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, along with proficiency in Microsoft Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Excellent written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex data analytics concepts clearly.
- Prior experience in the banking or financial services sector is beneficial.
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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Risk Management Specialist
CH1 Newtown, North West
Pontoon
Posted 10 days ago
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Risk Management Specialist
Location : Chester (3 days on-site required)
Contract Length : 12 months to be extended.
Salary: 73,000
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the dynamic world of Banking and Financial Services? We are seeking a passionate and proactive Risk Management Specialist to join our vibrant Network Service Assurance organization. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact while growing your skills, this is the role for you!
Position Overview:
As a Risk Management Specialist, you will play a key role in managing and reporting risks associated with our network infrastructure. You'll help ensure that our processes, procedures, and controls align with our risk framework. Your insights will guide our teams in adhering to enterprise standards and navigating compliance requirements, making you an essential part of our mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality outputs while owning assigned tasks with a proactive approach.
- Timely escalation of issues with proposed solutions.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with team members and key stakeholders.
- Manage network architecture risk assessments and documentation.
- Coordinate risk assessment schedules and planning activities with stakeholders.
- Support internal compliance audits, representing network technology throughout the audit lifecycle.
- Collect evidence, report findings, and validate issue remediation.
What We're Looking For:
- A strong background as a Risk Management / Business Analyst with a knack for problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Basic understanding of WAN/LAN Network Technologies and familiarity with compliance risks.
- Experience in a large enterprise environment is a plus!
- Detail-oriented and organized, demonstrating diligence in your work.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, along with proficiency in Microsoft Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Excellent written and verbal presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex data analytics concepts clearly.
- Prior experience in the banking or financial services sector is beneficial.
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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Security Risk Management Specialist Canonical
London, London
Resiliencialatam
Posted 1 day ago
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Acerca del empleoIn security risk management we’re looking to harness the power of industry best practice combined with driving new innovation on how we do security risk assessments and modelling. Our security risk management team is the primary owner of the strategy and practices of how we identify, track and reduce our security risk across everything we do.To support this we need to use industry best practices paired with emerging threat information to to promote risk identification, quantification, impact analysis, and modelling to ultimately drive decision making. In this role, you will help establish and execute a broad strategic vision for the security risk program at Canonical. You will not only work within the team but also cross-functionally with various teams across the organisation. The team contributes ideas and requirements for Canonical product security, improving the resilience and robustness of all Ubuntu customers and users subject to cyber attacks. Additionally, the team collaborates with our Organisational Learning and Development team to develop playbooks and facilitate security training across Canonical.The security risk management team’s mission is not only to secure Canonical, but also to contribute to the security of the wider open source ecosystem. They might share knowledge through public presentations and industry events, and share threat intelligence with the wider community or represent Canonical in sector-specific governance bodies.What you will do in this role:Define Canonical’s security risk management standards and playbooksAnalyse and improve Canonical’s security risk practicesEvaluate, select and implement new security requirements, tools and practicesGrow the presence and thought leadership of Canonical security risk management practiceDevelop Canonical security risk learning and development materialsWork with Security leadership to present information and influence changeParticipate in developing key risk indicators, provide inputs to the development of key control indicators, and key performance indicators for various programsApply statistical models to risk frameworks (such as FAIR, sensitivity analysis, and others)Participate in risk management, decision-making, and collaborative discussionsLead quantified risk assessments and understand the value of qualitative data for improvements to quality and engineering processesInterpret internal or external cyber security risk analyses in business terms and recommend a responsible course of actionDevelop templates and materials to help with self-service risk management actionsMonitor and identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of risk management processesLaunch campaigns to perform security assessments and help mitigate security risks across the companyBuild evaluation methods and performance indicators to measure efficiency of security functions and capabilities.What we are looking forAn exceptional academic track recordUndergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative pathDrive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectationsDeep personal motivation to be at the forefront of technology securityLeadership and management abilityExcellent business English writing and presentation skillsProblem-solver with excellent communication skills, a deep technical understanding of security assessments and risk managementExpertise in threat modelling and risk management frameworksBroad knowledge of how to operationalize the management of security riskExperience in Secure Development Lifecycle and Security by Design methodologyWhat we offer youWe consider geographical location, experience, and performance in shaping compensation worldwide. We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance. In addition to base pay, we offer a performance-driven annual bonus. We provide all team members with additional benefits, which reflect our values and ideals. We balance our programs to meet local needs and ensure fairness globally.Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company eventsAbout CanonicalCanonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence – in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.Canonical is an equal opportunity employerWe are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.n#J-18808-Ljbffrn
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Financial Risk Manager
EC3V 3NA London Liverpool Street, London
cer Financial
Posted 11 days ago
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Financial Risk Manager
City of London
Permanent
Up to £85k
cer Financial are working alongside an insurance company who are based in the City of London. They are seeking a Financial Risk Manager to work with them on a permanent basis.
The responsibilities of the Financial Risk Manager will include:
Report to the CRO and act as their delegate as necessary.
Support the CRO in development of the company ris.
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Senior Financial Risk Analyst
SR1 2SR Sunderland, North East
£60000 Annually
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Financial Risk Analyst to join their team in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, UK . This pivotal role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks across the organization. You will be responsible for developing and implementing risk management frameworks, conducting stress tests, and providing strategic insights to senior management to ensure the financial stability and regulatory compliance of the firm. This hybrid position offers a stimulating work environment with opportunities for both in-office collaboration and remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of a respected organization in Sunderland , with the flexibility of a hybrid working model.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and enhance the company's risk management framework, policies, and procedures.
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, identifying potential financial risks (e.g., market risk, credit risk, operational risk, liquidity risk).
- Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of financial data to evaluate risk exposures and potential impacts.
- Design and execute stress testing scenarios and sensitivity analyses to assess the resilience of the firm's financial position.
- Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and develop early warning systems to identify emerging risks.
- Prepare detailed risk reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management, board committees, and regulatory bodies.
- Collaborate with business units to ensure effective implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
- Stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices in financial risk management.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of risk modeling capabilities.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts within the risk team.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including Basel III, Solvency II, or equivalent frameworks.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in financial risk management, preferably within banking, insurance, or investment management.
- Strong understanding of various financial risk types and their drivers.
- Proven experience in developing and applying risk methodologies, quantitative models, and analytical tools.
- Proficiency in statistical software packages (e.g., R, Python, SAS) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks relevant to the financial services industry.
- Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CFA are highly desirable.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the UK.
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of a respected organization in Sunderland , with the flexibility of a hybrid working model.
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Senior Financial Risk Manager
BD1 1AA Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber
£70000 Annually
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Our client, a leading financial services group, is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Financial Risk Manager to join their esteemed team in Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK . This vital role will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating a wide range of financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk. You will play a key role in developing and implementing robust risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to safeguard the organization's financial health and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial markets, complex risk modeling, and a strong command of relevant regulations. Key responsibilities include:
The successful candidate will hold a Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field. Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CFA are highly desirable. You must have a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial risk management within a banking or financial services environment. Proven experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks and models is essential. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, quantitative analysis, and risk modeling techniques is required. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills are paramount. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on risk management strategies within a reputable financial institution based in Bradford , with a supportive hybrid working environment.
- Developing and implementing comprehensive financial risk management strategies and policies.
- Identifying, assessing, and quantifying key financial risks across the organization.
- Designing and deploying risk models to measure and monitor exposure to market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks.
- Monitoring market trends and regulatory changes, assessing their potential impact on the organization's risk profile.
- Collaborating with business units to embed a strong risk management culture and ensure adherence to risk appetite.
- Preparing regular risk reports for senior management, the board of directors, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations and guidelines (e.g., Basel Accords, FCA rules).
- Developing stress testing scenarios and contingency plans to address potential financial crises.
- Conducting independent reviews of risk controls and recommending improvements.
- Managing and mentoring a team of risk analysts and specialists.
- Contributing to the development of the organization's capital adequacy and liquidity management frameworks.
- Acting as a subject matter expert on financial risk management for internal and external stakeholders.
The successful candidate will hold a Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field. Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CFA are highly desirable. You must have a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial risk management within a banking or financial services environment. Proven experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks and models is essential. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, quantitative analysis, and risk modeling techniques is required. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills are paramount. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on risk management strategies within a reputable financial institution based in Bradford , with a supportive hybrid working environment.
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Senior Financial Risk Manager
NG1 4AB Nottingham, East Midlands
£70000 Annually
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Our client, a leading financial services group, is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Risk Manager to strengthen their risk management function. This hybrid role, based in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK , requires a strategic and analytical professional to oversee and enhance the organisation's risk framework. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating a wide range of financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk. Key duties include developing and implementing risk policies and procedures, conducting risk assessments and stress tests, monitoring regulatory compliance, and reporting on risk exposures to senior management and regulatory bodies. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial markets, regulatory landscapes (e.g., Basel III/IV, Solvency II), and risk management best practices. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in risk modelling techniques, and experience with risk management software are essential. You will lead a team of risk professionals, providing guidance and fostering a culture of robust risk awareness throughout the organisation. Excellent communication and influencing skills are crucial for effectively engaging with stakeholders across business lines and ensuring risk considerations are integrated into strategic decision-making. We are looking for a proactive leader who can anticipate emerging risks and develop proactive strategies to manage them. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to the stability and success of a prominent financial institution and advance your career in a challenging and rewarding environment.Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as FRM, PRM, or CFA is highly desirable.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial risk management within the banking or financial services sector.
- In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and risk management frameworks.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience in risk modelling and stress testing.
- Proficiency in risk management systems and tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience working in a hybrid environment.
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Senior Financial Risk Analyst
EC2N 1AX London, London
£65000 Annually
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Our client, a globally recognised financial institution headquartered in the heart of London, England, UK , is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Risk Analyst to join their robust Risk Management division. This is a critical role requiring deep expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating a wide range of financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk. Operating within a hybrid work model, you will contribute to safeguarding the firm's financial health by developing and implementing sophisticated risk models, performing stress tests, and contributing to regulatory compliance efforts. You will play a key part in advising senior management on risk appetite and exposure. The ideal candidate will possess a strong quantitative background, excellent analytical capabilities, and a proven ability to navigate complex financial landscapes. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and engagement with high-impact projects within the international financial markets.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth analysis of financial risks across various asset classes and business lines.
- Develop, validate, and implement quantitative risk models (e.g., VaR, CVA, counterparty credit risk).
- Perform stress testing and scenario analysis to assess the firm's resilience to adverse market conditions.
- Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and develop early warning systems.
- Contribute to the enhancement of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
- Prepare comprehensive risk reports for senior management, board committees, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations (e.g., Basel III/IV, Solvency II).
- Collaborate with business units, IT, and internal audit to address identified risk issues.
- Evaluate the risk implications of new financial products and strategies.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the development of the risk team.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging risk management techniques.
- Assist in the development and implementation of capital adequacy assessments.
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in financial risk management within a banking or investment firm.
- Strong knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in quantitative modelling techniques and statistical software (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB).
- Experience with risk management systems and databases.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
- Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, or PRM are highly desirable.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
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Remote Financial Risk Analyst
BT1 1AA Belfast, Northern Ireland
£60000 Annually
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Our client, a prestigious international financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Remote Financial Risk Analyst to bolster their risk management capabilities. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in the UK. You will be instrumental in identifying, assessing, and mitigating various financial risks across the organization, including market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk. Your responsibilities will involve developing and implementing sophisticated risk models, conducting stress testing and scenario analysis, and monitoring key risk indicators (KRIs). You will prepare comprehensive risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies, ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of financial markets, banking operations, and quantitative risk management techniques. Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in financial modeling software and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL). Excellent communication and presentation skills are required to effectively articulate complex risk concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. A proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation, coupled with meticulous attention to detail, is critical for success in this remote position. A Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field, along with relevant professional certifications such as FRM or CFA, is highly desirable. Prior experience in a financial risk management role within a banking or financial services environment is a must. Join our client's dynamic team and contribute to maintaining the stability and integrity of global financial systems.
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Senior Financial Risk Manager
WV1 3NU Wolverhampton, West Midlands
£75000 Annually
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Our client, a prestigious financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Financial Risk Manager to join their dedicated team in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, UK . This vital role will involve developing, implementing, and overseeing the organisation's risk management framework, ensuring robust controls and proactive identification of potential financial exposures. You will play a crucial part in safeguarding the company's financial health and strategic objectives.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies and policies across all areas of the business.
- Identify, assess, and monitor key financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk.
- Design and manage stress testing and scenario analysis frameworks to evaluate the impact of adverse economic conditions.
- Prepare detailed risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies, providing insights and recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and industry standards.
- Collaborate with business units to embed a strong risk culture and ensure effective risk mitigation.
- Lead the development and enhancement of risk models and analytical tools.
- Oversee the management of capital adequacy and liquidity planning.
- Represent the risk function in key strategic discussions and decision-making processes.
- Mentor and develop a team of risk professionals, fostering their growth and expertise.
- Stay abreast of evolving financial markets, regulatory landscapes, and emerging risk management best practices.
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field; a PhD is a plus.
- Extensive experience (8+ years) in financial risk management within the banking or financial services sector.
- Proven expertise in risk modelling, quantitative analysis, and regulatory compliance (e.g., Basel Accords).
- Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and macroeconomic factors.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in risk management software and analytical tools.
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and drive strategic initiatives.
- Experience in team leadership and development.
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