At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee operational risk and challenge frameworks in a dynamic financial services environment.
- Company: Established financial services organisation with a focus on risk management.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, hybrid working, and private health cover.
- Other info: Opportunity to engage with senior stakeholders and enhance your career in risk management.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on risk oversight and develop expertise in financial crime.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years in Operational Risk or Governance, strong analytical and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
We’re working with a well-established financial services organisation looking to hire an Operational Risk Officer (Senior Specialist) to join their Risk Oversight function. This is a second line of defence role focused on strengthening operational risk frameworks, providing independent challenge to the business, and ensuring robust oversight of AML and Fraud risks.
Key responsibilities
- Provide independent oversight and challenge of operational risk across the business (2LoD)
- Participate in and review Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs)
- Deliver independent control testing in line with the annual testing plan
- Produce and present risk reports and insights to senior management and governance forums
- Track and challenge risk incidents, root cause analysis, and remediation actions
- Review and improve policies, procedures, and control frameworks
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across multiple business units
- Second line oversight of AML and Fraud risk frameworks
- Challenge risk assessments, controls, and governance structures
- Review management information (MI) and key risk indicators (KRIs) to identify trends and emerging risks
- Support effective incident management and ensure timely action and resolution
What you'll need to succeed
- 3-5 years’ experience in Operational Risk, Risk & Controls, or Governance within financial services
- Strong understanding of risk frameworks (RCSA, control testing, incident management)
- Exposure to AML and/or Fraud risk oversight is highly desirable
- Proven ability to challenge, influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills
- Proactive, self‑motivated, and comfortable working autonomously
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000
- Bonus scheme
- Hybrid working (2 days per week in the Coventry office)
- Pension scheme
- Company car scheme
- Private health cover
- Strong exposure to senior stakeholders and risk governance forums
- Opportunity to develop expertise across Operational Risk and Financial Crime
Senior Operational Risk Officer. Job in Coventry Move Collective Jobs employer: Broughton Group
Join a well-established financial services organisation in Coventry, where you will thrive in a supportive and dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive salaries, a bonus scheme, and hybrid working options, this role as a Senior Operational Risk Officer offers you the chance to engage with senior stakeholders while enhancing your expertise in operational risk and financial crime. Experience a workplace that values independent challenge and collaboration, ensuring you make a meaningful impact in your career.
