ICT Risk Manager

Convera; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated risk management professional to join their dynamic Risk Team. In this role, you will develop and implement an ICT risk management framework, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing the company's risk culture. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, providing expert guidance on ICT risk management while driving strategic projects that align with business goals. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a global organization that values diversity and innovation. If you're passionate about risk management and eager to contribute to an exciting growth phase, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Market competitive salary

Annual bonus opportunity

Career growth opportunities

Flexible work approach

Generous health insurance

Paid holidays and leave policies

Paid volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in ICT related risk management required.
• Excellent understanding of risk management principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an ICT risk management framework.
• Support business in ICT risk identification and assessment.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

Skills

Risk Management

ICT Risk Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Project Management

Job description

As part of the Risk Team, you will be working with the Operational Risk Team as they define, assess, and manage operational risks and incidents and business continuity for Convera. This role will be responsible for ensuring that company practices are in line with Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) requirements and all functions understand their ICT risk profile and manage risk within the risk appetite of Convera.

You will be responsible for:

1. Develop, implement, and maintain an ICT risk management framework to identify, analyze, and mitigate potential ICT risks
2. Maintain the Entity/County/Region/Global level risk registers and produce risk reporting as appropriate
3. Support the business in ICT risk identification, assessment, treatment, and monitoring
4. Provide practical interpretation, application, and mitigation of risk to resolve issues raised across the organization
5. Deliver strategic projects to enhance the company’s risk culture
6. Support delivery of a program of awareness-raising and ICT risk management training
7. Provide written guidance, policy, and process on ICT risk management best practice
8. Build effective and trusted leadership and stakeholder relationships across all functions
9. Engage with key internal and external stakeholders to understand their expectations and ensure that ICT risk management initiatives meet and exceed these expectations
10. Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant Country/Region/Global level regulatory, security, and quality standards in ICT risk management practices
11. Provide expert support in the implementation of effective Business Continuity Policy and Operational resilience practices
12. Management reporting, data analysis and gathering
13. Perform other duties as assigned

You should apply if you have:

1. Excellent understanding of risk management and ICT risk management
2. At least 8-year experience in ICT related risk management
3. Excellent written and oral communication, including presenting technical risk information in clear, meaningful language
4. Experience of working collaboratively with stakeholders at different levels
5. Demonstrated ability to identify risks associated with business processes, operations, and technology projects
6. Thorough knowledge of all systems and technology used by the company as well as keeping up to date with relevant innovations in the field
7. Strategic thinking in service of business goals and company strategy
8. Expert knowledge of company information infrastructure and needs, as well as its role towards company goals
9. Project management experience

About Convera

Convera is the largest non-bank B2B cross-border payments company in the world. Formerly Western Union Business Solutions, we leverage decades of industry expertise and technology-led payment solutions to deliver smarter money movements to our customers - helping them capture more value with every transaction. Convera serves more than 30,000 customers ranging from small business owners to enterprise treasurers to educational institutions to financial institutions to law firms to NGOs.

Our teams care deeply about the value we bring to our customers which makes Convera a rewarding place to work. This is an exciting time for our organization as we build our team with growth-minded, results-oriented people who are looking to move fast in an innovative environment.

As a truly global company with employees in over 20 countries, we are passionate about diversity; we seek and celebrate people from different backgrounds, lifestyles, and unique points of view. We want to work with the best people and ensure we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging.

We offer an abundance of competitive perks and benefits including:

1. Market competitive salary
2. Opportunity to earn an annual bonus
3. Great career growth and development opportunities in a global organization
4. A flexible approach to work
5. Generous insurance (health, disability, life)
6. Paid holidays, time-off, and leave policies for life events (maternity, paternity, adoption)
7. Paid volunteering opportunities (5 days per year)

There are plenty of amazing opportunities at Convera for talented, creative problem solvers who never settle for good enough and are looking to transform Business to Business payments. Apply now if you're ready to unleash your potential.

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