VP - 1st Line Risk (Senior Manager Regime) | London, UK | Hybrid

Hays; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for their 1st Line Risk team. This role involves overseeing compliance programs and managing non-financial risks across international operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive financial services experience, particularly in Conduct Risk, and will play a key role in ensuring regulatory compliance. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills in risk management and project oversight will be crucial. Join a forward-thinking organization that values ethical standards and offers the chance to make a significant impact in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in front-line or second-line risk management.
• Strong expertise in compliance-related areas and Conduct Risk.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Conduct Risk regimes across markets.
• Support remediation efforts and manage inquiries within the team.

Skills

Conduct Risk

Risk Management

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Financial Services Experience

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

VP - 1st Line Risk (Senior Manager Regime)

Hays London, United Kingdom Apply now Posted 17 hours ago Hybrid Job Temporary Inside IR35

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 (e.g., 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.

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