Head of Risk, Banking

Job Title: Risk Manager-( ITSA, BIA, EIM, DR) Location: Sheffield (3 days/week Onsite) Banking Client Experience required We are seeking a skilled and experienced Risk Manager with strong expertise in Information Technology Self-Assessment (ITSA) to support our banking client in identifying, assessing, and mitigating IT-related risks. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of Business Impact Analysis (BIA), Enterprise Information Management (EIM), Disaster Recovery (DR) processes, and will work cross-functionally with Cyber Security and Operational teams. This role requires a keen understanding of both IT systems and business processes in a highly regulated financial environment. Lead and coordinate Information Technology Self-Assessments (ITSA) to identify control gaps and risk exposures across IT systems and processes. -Perform detailed Business Impact Analysis (BIA) to evaluate critical systems and their dependencies. -Assess and provide governance around Enterprise Information Management (EIM) frameworks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. -Evaluate and support Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP) processes across business units. -Review, design, and improve risk mitigation plans related to operational, technology, and third-party risks. -Facilitate risk assessments and control validations to support audits and regulatory reviews. -Engage with IT operations, business stakeholders, and compliance teams to ensure a comprehensive understanding of processes and controls. -Provide clear documentation, reporting, and dashboards for senior management and regulatory submissions. Proven experience (5+ years) in IT Risk Management within the banking or financial services sector. -Strong understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., Familiarity with IT governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and risk frameworks like COSO or ISO 31000. -Experience conducting or supporting internal audits, control testing, or compliance reviews. -Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills across technical and business teams. -Ability to interpret complex IT and business processes and translate them into risk management activities. Office: 02033759240