Business Risk Associate - 12m FTC

Davy; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Davy is hiring for a Business Risk Associate on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract within the First Line of Defence team. You will support the RCSA framework across business units, coordinate workshops, and ensure accurate risk documentation.

The role suits candidates with 3–6 years in Financial Services focusing on risk and control assessments. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and project management skills, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 3–6 years experience in Financial Services with focus on Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) or risk management.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with large data sets and create evidence-based risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver on timelines.

Responsibilities

• Support enhancement and embedding of the RCSA framework across business units.
• Coordinate end-to-end RCSA engagement cycle: workshops, minutes, actions, documentation updates.
• Maintain records of risk assessments and control changes with clear traceability.
• Perform QA reviews of risk data and RCSA documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Provide day-to-day guidance on RCSA process, methodology, and control standards.
• Apply project management discipline to ensure consistent, repeatable RCSA processes across the firm.

Skills

RCSA experience

Risk management

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

About us

At Davy,it’sthe unique talents of all our people that have been the foundations of our success for 100 years. As we continue to grow, so do you. Because you are not just part of our team – you are a key player in shaping our future.

At Davy, you are the difference.

Established in 1926, the Davy Group sits at the heart of wealth and capital in Ireland,providinga broad range of services to high-net-worth individuals, self-directed investors, small-to-medium enterprises, credit unions, corporations, and domestic & international institutional investors.

Our culture is shaped around three values, which are at the heart of everything we do: client success, one Davy, and building a proud legacy. Sharing the same goals, we work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. As part of a team of over 900, you will be encouraged to learn and to grow, both professionally and personally.

About the role

An opportunity has arisen within our growing Davy First Line of Defence team for the role of Business Risk Associate, supporting the continued enhancement of the Risk and Control Self (“RCSA”) framework and the embedding of consistent risk management practices across business units on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract. We have 1x junior role and 1x senior role and we are looking for someone with 3-6 years of experience.

In the role, the successful candidate will:

• Support the enhancement and embedding of the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (“RCSA”) framework across business units, helping to strengthen the control environment and promote a consistent, standardised approach to risk and control assessment.
• Plan, coordinate and support the end-to-end RCSA engagement cycle, including stakeholder engagement, preparation and circulation of workshop materials and agendas, attendance at workshops, minute taking, action tracking and documentation updates.
• Ensure accurate records are maintained and key decisions, actions and control updates are clearly captured.
• Perform quality assurance reviews of risk data, RCSA assessments and supporting documentation to ensure completeness, consistency, accuracy and adherence to agreed methodologies and standards.
• Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, control evaluations and agreed changes, ensuring clear traceability, auditability and evidence of stakeholder review and challenge.
• Provide day-to-day support and guidance to business units on the RCSA process, methodology, and control standards.
• Apply strong project management discipline across risk initiatives to ensure consistency, documentation quality, adherence to agreed processes, achievement of key milestones and delivery of a robust, standardised and repeatable RCSA process across the firm.

About you

We are looking for somebodywho has the following background and skills:

• Strong educational background (third level relevant degree and/or professional qualification).
• At least 3-6 years experience working in Financial Services industry with strong preference for experience supporting Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs), control reviews or operational risk management activities.
• Comfort navigating large data sets, compiling data analyses, displaying data effectively and communicating results with impact.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess information from multiple sources and develop evidence-based risk assessments.
• Strong project management discipline with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, maintain high-quality documentation and deliver to agreed timelines.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written including excellent attention to detail.

What we offer

At Davy, our people are our biggest investment. In today’s fast-moving world, we knowit’simportant to feel secure and empowered.That’swhy Davy benefits support you through all of life’s stages, offering health and wellness, flexible working options, flexible benefits allowance, learning and development opportunities, through toassistedretirement planning.

Health and Wellbeing

Psychological safety, emotionalwellbeingand support are a priority at Davy. We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health first aid. Our Sports & Social teams promote physical wellbeing and social connection.

Reward and Recognition

We offer a competitiveremunerationpackage to include salary, bonus,pensionand a host ofadditionalbenefits to protect you and your family when it matters most.

Growth and Development

Our award-winning L&D function supports you and your growth at Davy. We offer a comprehensive range of professional and personal development opportunities. Our culture supports learning, and we encourage you to explore more at Davy.

Positive Workplace

Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and offers everyone a sense of belonging. We are flexible and continue to support a hybrid working model. You will get to be your best at Davy.

Values and Culture

Exceptional client outcomes delivered by a world class team, underpinned by our core Davy values – One Team, Client Success, and Proud Legacy.

Important Information

Davy is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value diversity in both background and experience, and even if youdon’tmeetall ofthe requirements outlined in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. We review all applications received. As part of our commitment to creating an accessible environment, we want to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity toparticipatein the interview process. If yourequireany reasonable accommodations, please let us know, and we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements.

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland.

Where agency assistance isrequired, our Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to us by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

• Davy Group is a member of the Bank of Ireland Group.