Cyber & Technology Risk Consulting Lead (Financial Services)

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; Leeds; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager specializing in cyber security and technology risk for financial services. This role offers the opportunity to work largely remotely while engaging with clients to enhance their operational resilience. You will leverage your consulting experience to guide clients in managing technology risks and deliver high-quality solutions. This position not only focuses on technical expertise but also emphasizes building strong relationships and leading high-performing teams. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about technology risk, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable track record in UK financial services consulting.
• Experience in managing client engagements and delivery risk.

Responsibilities

• Help clients identify and manage technology and operational risks.
• Develop frameworks for managing technology risks in financial services.

Skills

UK financial services consulting

technology risk

operational resilience

cyber security

change assurance

relationship management

business development

Education

Relevant industry certification (CRISC, CISA, CISSP, etc.)

Job description

Oliver James is partnered with a scaling boutique consulting group in hiring a Senior Manager specialising in cyber security, technology risk & operational resilience advice to financial services clients.

The role will be largely remote with ad-hoc travel for both internal (Leeds) and external (client-facing) purposes, paying up to £100,000 basic salary plus extras / benefits.

Technology is at the heart of most modern organisations. Supporting Operational Risk teams and Technology Control teams with developing frameworks and managing their technology risks is a key and evolving area of focus.

As a Senior Manager, you will help Financial Services clients identify and manage their technology and operational risks whilst simultaneously developing commercial, consulting and technical skills.

To qualify for the role you must have:

1. A demonstrable track record in UK financial services consulting experience.
2. A clear understanding and track record in one or more of the following: technology risk, operational resilience, cyber security, change assurance.
3. Experience in managing and delivering client engagements including scoping, financial management, managing delivery risk, production, quality and review of deliverables.
4. Hands-on approach to build and maintain excellent relationships across a range of FS clients and other stakeholders.
5. Experience within the FS industry and a sound understanding of the FS technology landscape.

Ideally, you'll also have:

1. Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and manage cross-functional projects.
2. A passion for providing organisations the trust and confidence that will enable them to adopt emerging technologies, manage IT risks and accelerate performance.
3. An eagerness and track record in establishing and leading high-performing teams and supporting and coaching individual team members.
4. A track record in business development and solution development.
5. Relevant industry certification such as CRISC, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, ITIL, PMP, or other specialised IT certifications.