Interim Senior Principal Risk Management Specialist

This is a key role that will be pivotal in the CIO Chief Controls Office at Nomura. Working for the CCO Frameworks Implementation lead, this role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and ensuring compliance with the organization's Risk Management Procedure (RMP) and associated risk lifecycle documentation. This position serves as the primary owner and subject matter expert for key risk management components including Policies, Standards and Key Indicators (PS&I), Issue Management, and the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) processes. The role will contribute to all aspects of the framework – from design through to the lifecycle management of each framework component.

We are looking for a candidate seeking a challenging role, who has a good understanding of risk management frameworks in financial services. We need someone with proven experience operating in a regulated environment, and with a track record of defining and finding solutions. We are looking for candidates who can apply a flexible, proactive and thorough approach to shape new and emerging strategic direction within the firm. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role within Chief Controls Office team and wider CIO. They will need to establish themselves quickly as a subject matter expert and leverage strong influencing and problem-solving skills to develop and then maintain productive working relationships across CIO teams globally, Three Lines of Defence stakeholders and key Business stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain the comprehensive Risk Management Procedure (RMP) framework aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Ensure the RMP is current, fit-for-purpose, and reflects evolving business needs and regulatory expectations
• Lead periodic reviews and updates of the RMP to incorporate lessons learned, regulatory changes, and organizational developments
• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities within the RMP framework
• Develop and maintain supporting documentation, templates, and guidance materials for RMP implementation
• Monitor adherence to the RMP across all business units and escalation non-compliance issues appropriately
• Help ensure effective tooling and processes, including QA and oversight are in place for the RMP
• Provide assurance to senior management and key stakeholders on the effectiveness of the risk management procedure

Qualifications, Skills & Experience Required:

• Has a strong understanding of risk and control frameworks in a financial services context.
• Has relevant risk management and control experience within Investment Banking, Audit, a consulting firm, or a related environment/ industry.
• Combines a risk management frameworks skillset with a technical understanding relevant to the CIO risk management agenda - such as Information Technology (IT), Information Security (IS), and/ or Data Management
• Takes a flexible approach to shape strategic direction, responding positively to feedback, internal and external circumstances.
• Promotes a culture in which the needs and perspectives of a wide range of stakeholders are at the forefront of decision making.
• Acts as a catalyst for change and inspires confidence in stakeholders with the quality and conviction of their work and knowledge.
• Can contribute to a culture that strives to continually improve business processes that impact positively on the business.
• Understands technology – familiarity with cyber security, resilience and related domains preferred.
• Has experience operating in a regulated environment.
• Has experience managing stakeholders across the Three Lines of Defence.
• Has good communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Nomura Leadership Behaviours:

• Explore Insights & Vision: Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future.
• Making Strategic Decisions: Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations.
• Inspire Entrepreneurship in People: Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity.
• Elevate Organizational Capability: Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing.
• Inclusion: Respect DEI, foster a culture of inclusion and psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a 'Risk Culture' (Challenge, Escalate and Respect).