IT Systems Risk Specialist Manager

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IT Systems Risk Specialist to enhance its risk management framework. This role involves advising on risk appetite decisions, implementing risk policies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will collaborate with tech and analytics teams to drive automation in risk measurement and contribute to the design of effective governance policies. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to shaping the future of financial services and making a positive impact on society. If you're passionate about risk management and technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Annual bonus

Share schemes

Lifestyle benefits

Holidays

Wellbeing initiatives

Parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Deep operational expertise in IT Systems Risk within a regulated environment.
• Understanding of relevant laws and standards for risk policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing a risk and control oversight plan for compliance.
• Monitor and report on the Group’s risk exposure relative to appetite.

Skills

IT Systems Risk Management

Risk Frameworks

Technology Asset Lifecycle Management

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Job description

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Client:

Lloyds Banking Group

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

42a104165524

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Description

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

HOURS: Full-time – 35 hours per week

WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, involving at least two days per week at an office site listed above.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We’re establishing a new operating model for non-financial risk management and seek an IT Systems Risk Specialist to join our Centre of Excellence. You’ll 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.

You will contribute to implementing risk policy, appetite, and control objectives to enable customer, regulatory, and strategic outcomes, challenging conventions to improve experiences for customers and staff.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Risk and control

Assist in implementing a risk and control oversight plan to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, standards, and controls.

Provide pragmatic advice for key risk decisions, influencing senior management with confidence.

Reporting & Monitoring

Monitor and report on the Group’s risk exposure relative to appetite, highlighting deviations. Develop risk indicators and KPIs for effective monitoring.

Drive automation in risk measurement, collaborating with tech, data, and analytics teams to escalate issues and define action plans for sustainable risk management.

Policy & Governance & Regulatory compliance

Contribute to designing and implementing risk policies, control objectives, and appetite, ensuring compliance and fair outcomes for customers. Regularly review and update risk policies to reflect emerging risks and opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Applicants with diverse backgrounds are encouraged. Key skills include deep operational expertise in IT Systems Risk within a regulated environment, knowledge of risk frameworks, and technology asset lifecycle management.

Policy, Governance & Regulatory Compliance

Understanding of relevant laws and standards, with experience in establishing risk policies, control objectives, and monitoring group exposure.

Future vision and understanding of emerging technology and risks

Curiosity and understanding of emerging technologies like AI, DLT, and Quantum, with ability to interpret their impact on risk landscape.

Decision-making & problem-solving

Effective decision-making skills, balancing risks and opportunities, with the ability to analyze complex data and recommend actions.

Relationship building

Strong communication skills for building effective partnerships and collaboration across defense lines.

ABOUT WORKING FOR US

We promote inclusivity and diversity, ensuring our workforce reflects society. We welcome applications from under-represented groups and offer reasonable adjustments for recruitment processes.

Our benefits include a generous pension contribution, annual bonus, share schemes, lifestyle benefits, holidays, wellbeing initiatives, and parental leave policies.

If interested, contact us to join our team. We’re excited to hear from you!

Our purpose is to help Britain prosper. Join us to shape the future of financial services and grow your career.

We prioritize data safety, only requesting sensitive information during formal interview or onboarding processes, with clear explanations provided.

We are committed to a values-led, inclusive culture, reflecting the diversity of our customers and communities, and providing opportunities for all colleagues to make a difference.