Senior Risk Manager

Are you a seasoned risk management professional looking to make a significant impact in a growing team? A leading foreign Bank is seeking an experienced Risk Manager with 10 years of risk management experience in a UK-regulated financial institution to join their Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance Department.

This role offers salary range of £70,000 - £80,000 and excellent benefits.



As a Risk Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in overseeing and improving the risk management framework across the bank.

Why Apply?

? Lead and develop a growing risk management team with 5 direct reports.
? Oversee key risk governance frameworks (ERMF, ESG Framework) while strengthening risk processes.
? Work closely with senior leadership and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and enhance reporting systems.


You will be responsible for:

? Provide independent oversight and manage risk-related activities across all business units.
? Lead a team including Credit Risk, Operational Risk, and Information Security Officers.
? Oversee and enhance risk reports and Board-level presentations (ICAAP, ILAAP).
? Ensure the Bank complies with regulatory requirements, submitting timely reports and conducting assessments.
? Manage capital adequacy, liquidity assessments, and compliance with regulatory returns.
? Liaise with internal audit, external auditors, regulators, and consultants to lead key projects.
? Offer training and mentoring to elevate risk awareness and management across the organisation.


What we're looking for:

? Previously worked or in a similar role within bank such as Risk Manager, Risk and Compliance Manager, Risk Officer, Operational Risk manager or Senior Risk Analyst.
? Minimum 10 years of risk management experience in a UK-regulated financial institution.
? Strong leadership and organisational skills, with proven expertise in UK and European regulations.
? Exceptional analytical skills and experience in mortgage lending and trade f