VP - 1st Line Risk (Senior Manager Regime)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled individual to join their team as a 1st Line Conduct Risk specialist. This exciting contract role focuses on managing compliance programs and non-financial risks across international operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in financial services and conduct risk, showcasing strong project management and communication skills. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting senior-level discussions. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial services risk management.
• Strong expertise in conduct risk and compliance areas.

Responsibilities

• Manage Conduct Risk regimes across UK and international markets.
• Support remediation efforts and oversee management reporting.

Skills

Conduct Risk Management

Compliance

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

col-narrow-left

Client:

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

c4546a7de40c

Job Views:

2

Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

1st Line Conduct Risk (SMCR)
We are seeking an experienced individual to join a leading financial institution on a contract basis (12 months). This role will be part of a dedicated team focused on managing front-line business controls and compliance programs that address non-financial risks across international operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting Conduct and Individual Accountability regimes, ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations and commitments.
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage Regimes (SMCR, SEAR) across UK and international markets.
• Act as the key contact for risk and control assessments, ensuring regulatory standards are met.
• Support remediation efforts, including engagement in audit processes and issue management.
• Oversee Conduct Management reporting for committees and legal entities.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on conduct requirements, policies, and regulatory updates.
• Present on Conduct and Individual Accountability at senior-level meetings and committees.
• Manage inquiries, escalations, and act as a primary point of contact within the team.
• Ensure effective execution of controls and risk assessments within Conduct and Accountability frameworks.
• Support the implementation of Corporate and Investment Banking Conduct and Culture Framework across international operations.

Skills & Requirements:

• Extensive financial services experience within front-line or second-line risk management.
• Strong expertise in Conduct Risk and other compliance-related areas.
• Degree-level education preferred.
• Highly organized with demonstrable project management skills.
• Strong ethical standards with high discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to engage with oversight functions (first, second, and third line).
• Analytical thinker with a strong ability to apply critical judgment.
• Ability to keep up to date with regulatory developments affecting conduct and accountability regimes.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

#4684669 - Craig Murray