Executive Director, Conduct & Non-Financial Risk

Standard Chartered; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Wellbeing program (Unmind)

Learning culture

Job summary

Standard Chartered is seeking an Executive Director of Conduct and Controls within CIB Operations to lead non-financial risk management and embed a robust risk culture across operations.

The role focuses on integrating risk practices, partnering with risk functions, and driving continuous improvement in risk controls and regulatory readiness. Strong leadership and analytics are essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Non-Financial Risk Management with a focus on Conduct Risk within banking or financial services.
• Deep understanding and proven application of risk and control frameworks, including monitoring and enhancing control effectiveness.
• Skilled in conducting Thematic Risk Reviews and Root Cause Analysis to identify systemic issues and recommend sustainable solutions.
• Proficient in leveraging data analytics to generate actionable insights for risk assessment and decision-making processes.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities with experience driving cross-functional collaboration and influencing senior management.
• Excellent communication skills, adept at translating complex risk concepts into clear, actionable guidance and fostering a culture of transparency.
• Education – a degree-level qualification in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related disciplines is essential.
• Professional Training – Project Management qualifications and recognised risk management certifications (IRM, GRC) are highly desirable.
• Certifications – Relevant risk management certifications demonstrating ongoing professional development enhance candidacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the management of non-financial risks across Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) Operations, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and addressed effectively.
• Partner with business leaders, process owners, and risk teams to strengthen controls and improve risk management practices.
• Design and lead risk reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of processes, controls, and risk frameworks across different operational areas.
• Identify emerging risks, industry trends, and regulatory developments, and recommend actions to mitigate potential impacts.
• Conduct root cause analysis of operational issues, control weaknesses, and risk events, driving sustainable solutions and corrective actions.
• Develop and implement initiatives that improve risk culture, employee awareness, and conduct standards across the organisation.
• Use data analytics and reporting to assess control effectiveness, identify trends, and provide actionable risk insights.
• Prepare and communicate risk review findings, recommendations, and improvement plans to senior management and governance forums.
• Lead and support cross-functional working groups focused on enhancing risk management and control effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal audit, assurance, compliance, and other oversight teams to coordinate reviews and address risk-related concerns.
• Build, develop, and lead a team of risk professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support regulatory reviews and engagements, ensuring timely preparation of materials and effective management of regulatory and compliance matters.

Skills

Non-financial risk management

Risk frameworks

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Job description

Standard Chartered is seeking an Executive Director of Conduct and Controls within CIB Operations to lead non-financial risk management and embed a robust risk culture across operations.

The role focuses on integrating risk practices, partnering with risk functions, and driving continuous improvement in risk controls and regulatory readiness. Strong leadership and analytics are essential.