Non-Financial Risk Manager, IT

Australian Investors Association; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm in the finance industry as a Non-Financial Risk Manager specializing in IT risk management. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of risk management while collaborating with a dynamic team. You will establish standards for managing IT risks, support regulatory initiatives, and enhance the organization's risk appetite. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, the company provides a supportive environment where your contributions can make a significant impact. If you are a creative thinker with a passion for risk management, this is the perfect opportunity to invest in your future.

Benefits

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Non-contributory pension scheme

Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits

Generous parental leave packages

CSR strategy support focused on climate change and social justice

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in operational risk management or front office IT risk roles.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Establish IT risk management standards and policies for the organization.
• Support risk assessments and monitor risk metrics related to IT risk.

Skills

Operational Risk Management

IT Risk Management

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Risk Management Principles

Education

University Degree in Computer Science

Business Administration

Natural Sciences

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Word

Industry Standard Risk Management Applications

Job description

Non-Financial Risk Manager, IT

Job ID: R0278164 Full/Part-Time: Full-time Regular/Temporary: Regular Listed: 2024-10-03 Location: London

Position Overview

Employer: DWS Group

About DWS:

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.

Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.

We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

Team / Division Overview

The DWS Non-Financial Risk Management (DWS NFRM) team is part of the DWS Chief Risk office within the DWS CFO division.

DWS NFRM acts as 2LoD ERM function within DWS with the current mandate:

DWS NFRM establishes and maintains the DWS Non-financial Risk Management Policy and the assigned Implementation Procedures, which form the DWS Operational Risk Management Framework and the DWS Reputational Risk Management Framework and ensures its implementation and adherence by 1st LoD and 2LoD Functions in DWS.

As an NFRM Specialist you will join the DWS NFRM team in Europe, reporting to the global DWS Head of NFRM. This role represents the global lead risk type specialist for Information Technology Risk Management within DWS Non-Financial Risk Management.

Role Details:

As an NFRM Risk IT Manager you will (be):

• Establish minimum standards for the management of information technology risk within the global organization, in conformance with regulatory requirements.
• Establish the requirements for the minimum standards within a new IT Risk Management Policy.
• Establish appropriate qualitative and quantitative measures to enhance the DWS KGaA Risk Appetite Statement as it relates to IT risk.
• Work closely with DWS IT and IS colleagues to produce and communicate training related to the associated policies, procedures, and controls.
• Support the delivery of organizational and NFRM priorities such as risk & control assessments, scenarios, risk appetite monitoring, risk metrics and DWS transformation activities related to IT risk topics.
• Interact with DB Group NFRM and DB Group Data Management functions to exchange information and ensure alignment with DB requirements.
• Work closely with NFRM colleagues to provide support to regulatory and ad hoc initiatives undertaken to address IT risk management requirements.

We are looking for:

• University degree (Computer Science, Business Administration, Natural Sciences, or equivalent)
• Experience (8+ years) in operational risk management or equivalent experience in front office IT risk management roles, ideally with experience in the finance industry, consulting or IT audit
• Working knowledge of relevant industry and regulatory assessment frameworks and/or standards are required
• Relevant professional certifications are a plus: e.g. Lead Auditor, Non-Financial Risk Management or similar
• Understanding of risk management principles and experience in risk management incl. MaRisk requirements
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, as well as German preferred
• Exceptional collaboration, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of industry standard risk management applications strongly preferred

What we’ll offer you:

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves. At DWS, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalised plan unique to your lifestyle.

Some of our core benefits:

• 30 days’ holiday + bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
• A non-contributory pension scheme, up to 10%
• Physical and Mental Health Well-Being benefits
• Family friendly benefits including generous parental leave packages
• The opportunity to support our CSR strategy focused on climate change and social justice.

Hybrid Working Model:

DWS’ Hybrid Working model in the UK is designed to find the right balance between in-person collaboration and working from home.

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason, please contact your recruiter.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day.