IT Systems Risk Specialist Manager

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Systems Risk Specialist to enhance their non-financial risk management framework. In this dynamic role, you will implement risk policies and provide strategic advice to senior management, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving innovation in risk measurement. The position offers a hybrid working pattern, allowing you to balance office presence with remote work. Join a company that values inclusivity and diversity, offering a competitive benefits package and a culture where everyone can thrive.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Bonuses

Share schemes

Flexible benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Deep operational expertise in IT Systems Risk within a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, standards, and risk frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Implement risk and control oversight plans to assess compliance.
• Monitor and report on the Group’s risk exposure relative to appetite.

Skills

IT Systems Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Policy Design

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Communication

Job description

Job Description:

LOCATIONS: Bristol, Birmingham, Chester, Edinburgh, Halifax, Leeds, or Manchester

HOURS: Full-time – 35 hours per week

WORKING PATTERN: Hybrid, involving at least two days per week at one of the listed office sites.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are establishing a new operating model for non-financial risk management and are seeking an IT Systems Risk Specialist to join our Centre of Excellence. You will support robust risk management aligned with the Group’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF), advising leaders and Risk Owners on risk appetite decisions, safely and efficiently.

Your role includes implementing risk policies, appetite, and control objectives to facilitate customer, regulatory, and strategic outcomes. Be prepared to challenge norms to enhance experiences for customers and staff.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Risk and control

• Contribute to implementing a risk and control oversight plan to assess compliance with laws, regulations, standards, and controls.
• Provide pragmatic advice to support key risk decisions and trade-offs, influencing senior management.

Reporting & Monitoring

• Monitor and report on the Group’s risk exposure relative to appetite, highlighting deviations.
• Develop key risk and performance indicators for effective monitoring.
• Drive automation in risk measurement, collaborating with technology and analytics teams.

Policy & Governance & Regulatory compliance

• Design and implement risk policies, control objectives, and appetite to meet regulatory and operational objectives.
• Review and update policies based on emerging risks and opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Deep operational expertise in IT Systems Risk within a regulated environment, preferably Financial Services.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, standards, and risk frameworks; experience in policy design and monitoring.
• Understanding of emerging technologies (AI, DLT, Quantum) and their risks.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance risks and opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective partnerships.

ABOUT WORKING FOR US

We value inclusivity and diversity, offering benefits such as a competitive pension, bonuses, share schemes, flexible benefits, generous holiday entitlement, and wellbeing initiatives. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and can thrive.

If you're excited to join our team, we look forward to hearing from you!