Senior Risk Management Lead

Risk Management Lead - 3-6 Month Contract - £750-£850 per day (Inside IR35)Our client, a leading global technology business, are looking for a Risk Management Lead to support and coach the leadership of the existing risk management team.To be successful in securing this role, you will have a proven track record of building globally-dispersed second line of defence risk management functions, including designing and embedding frameworks, tooling and operating models in the financial services sector.ResponsibilitiesSupport the existing Head of Risk Management in building the existing team, reviewing all existing frameworks/risk matrixes and provide a professional opinion on areas of improvement, as well as get stuck in to help embed changes made.Support the delivery of inflight risk assessments, escalations to senior leaders, and articulating and coaching on suitable mitigation strategies.Serve as an advisor on disciplines such as regulatory and compliance risk, operational and IT/business continuity risk, and prudential (liquidity/capital) risk types.Support specific operational deep dives on compliance-related processes and systems, particularly in areas where the team lacks technical skillset.Support the upskilling of the team through technical coaching and training.Requirements10+ years of experience in a financial institution internal control function.3+ years of experience in a senior leadership role at a financial institution, within the risk management areaDirect experience of dealing with financial services regulators.Direct experience in managing relationships with senior leaders within an organisation.Ability to work within a matrix environment, cross functionally, and cross jurisdictional borders.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating ability to translate complex issues for consumption by technical and non-technical audiences at all levels.Extensive experience of people management, including building high performing cross-border teams and dealing with complex cases of under performance.This is an initial 3 month contract that will be reviewed and extended on a 3 monthly cycle, for up to 18 months.Our client has a hybrid working model with the expectation to be in the London office (Shoreditch) 3 days per week.Our client offers an excellent remuneration package and excellent career progression prospects.Please apply online to be considered.
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