Senior Operational Risk Analyst

Ford Motor Company; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Operational Risk Analyst to enhance their risk management framework. This full-time role involves providing oversight and advisory on operational risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and developing effective relationships across various teams. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in risk assessment methodologies and operational risk management to drive improvements and support strategic planning. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company offers a collaborative environment where innovative ideas are valued and encouraged.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operational risk within a UK Bank.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage risk in FCA or PRA environments.

Responsibilities

• Review and challenge management of Operational Risks.
• Provide expertise to aid identification and analysis of risks.
• Lead oversight of Supplier Risk Management Framework.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Risk Assessment Methodologies

Operational Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management

Master's degree or professional certifications

Tools

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) System

Job description

A Second Line of Defence Senior Operational Risk Analyst position, reporting into the Operational Risk & Resilience Manager at FCE.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Experience

1. Minimum of 5 years’ demonstrable experience working in a UK Bank in a second line operational risk role.
2. Exposure to operational risk types including conduct, compliance, cyber, IT.
3. Proven experience in managing risk within an FCA or PRA regulatory environment.
4. Demonstrated experience with risk assessment methodologies, including Risk Maps, Thematic Reviews and Opinion Papers.
5. Significant expertise in implementing three lines of defence frameworks.
6. Experience of developing and providing operational risk management training to the First Line of Defence, at all levels.
7. Experience of risk management systems e.g. Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) System.
8. Experience of completing Second Line controls testing.
9. Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field is required; a Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., Certified Risk Manager, Certified Business Continuity Professional) would be advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

1. Resilient and adaptable, able to handle high-pressure situations and provide advice within short timescales.
2. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.
3. Strong communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, including to Senior Management and Non-Exec Director Level.

This is a UK position and applications will only be accepted from current UK permanent employees (FoB and FCE employees only).

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.

If you are concerned about applying due to disability, please contact us; we’re an inclusive team and would like to discuss what adjustments we can make to support your application.

This is a full-time role, however we are keen to encourage applications from applicants who work flexibly including job-share applicants, who would like to work with another job-share applicant to do this role (even if you currently do not have a job-share partner). The Job Share Connect tool allows you to create your profile and then find a job share match.

This position is based in Dunton and it is expected the successful candidate will be able to attend the Dunton Campus for typically 2 to 3 days a week and remain flexible on the days they are required to attend the office according to business requirements.

Note: Banking and Compliance training including fair treatment of customers is mandatory for all FCE employees. Necessary training will be given to any successful candidates that require it.

Responsibilities

1. Oversight & Advisory
2. Review and challenge the business’ management of Operational Risks to ensure satisfactory mitigation across the Operational Risk Taxonomy.
3. Provide expertise to the First Line of Defence to aid their identification, analysis and monitoring of the key drivers of Operational Risk.
4. Report findings from the output of the Operational Risk Management Framework (Risk Map, RCSA output, Operational Risk Events, Action Tracking, ICAAP, Risk Appetite, etc.) to senior management and relevant risk committees, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
5. Monitor the external environment to stay informed of emerging Operational Risks and regulatory changes affecting the industry, integrating this knowledge into advisory and oversight practices.
6. Serve as the main point of contact for Operational Risk subject matter expertise, providing guidance and support to all FCE locations and functions.
7. Lead Second Line oversight of the Supplier Risk Management Framework including Material Outsourced Services, Critical Suppliers, Exit Plans, and sub-outsourcing arrangements.
8. Validate that change initiatives have appropriate risk assessments, impact analyses, and mitigation plans in place, and that these are monitored post-implementation.
9. Support change initiatives being undertaken within the team e.g. Basel 3.1.
10. Develop effective working relationships with other Second Line Risk Teams e.g. Operational Resilience, IT Security & Cyber, Compliance.

Governance

1. Participate in and provide Second Line Operational risk insights to the Executive Operational Risk & Resilience Committee, Compliance Committees, and other relevant governance forums.
2. Lead the development and maintenance of Operational Risk Management Framework policies and procedures, aligning them with industry standards and regulatory expectations.
3. Assist with the continuous improvement of governance structures and processes related to Operational Risk, ensuring they remain effective and efficient.
4. Engage in the strategic planning of Operational Risk oversight, contributing to the long-term resilience and stability of FCE’s operations.
5. Support the maintenance and development of the Operational Risk Management System, GRC.