Markets Risk & Controls Lead (Hybrid, Belfast)

Adecco; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Risk and Controls Specialist for a hybrid working role based in Belfast. The successful candidate will design and implement risk and control frameworks, conduct inherent risk assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders. This position requires 5-10 years of experience in a risk and control role along with strong operational risk management skills. This is a great opportunity to shape the risk landscape and work in a dynamic environment with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in a first line of defence (1LoD) risk and control role.
• Self‑motivated and detail‑oriented with the ability to thrive in fast‑paced environments.
• Proven capability to translate business insights into robust risk and control strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement HCR risk and control frameworks tailored to the Markets business.
• Conduct Inherent Risk assessments, ensuring alignment with firm-wide standards.
• Engage with various stakeholders to understand risks and necessary controls.

Skills

Operational risk management frameworks

Risk/control assessments

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Risk and Controls Specialist for a hybrid working role based in Belfast. The successful candidate will design and implement risk and control frameworks, conduct inherent risk assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders. This position requires 5-10 years of experience in a risk and control role along with strong operational risk management skills. This is a great opportunity to shape the risk landscape and work in a dynamic environment with a supportive team.