operational risk manager - foreign bank.

about the company

Established for over 70 years, the Client is a leading bank offering a full suite of banking services to customers worldwide. They believe in grooming their employees to become the best at what they do, and offer internal mobility opportunities.

about the job

• Contribute to the formulation, implementation and delivery of the Branch’s operational risk management guidelines & procedures
• Constantly review Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)
• Ensure the accurate and timely completion of periodic Key Risk Indicator updates, Risk and Control Self-Assessment exercises and ad hoc reviews if any
• Review of local policies, standard operating procedures, change management plans, outsourcing arrangements etc
• Issue, Incident & Control Management which includes reviewing the completeness and accuracy of incident description, including potential / actual loss and regulatory breach (es) where applicable
• Work with respective Department Heads in planning Risk Control metrics and processes Outsourcing Business - Coordinate Service Level Agreement refresh to ensure SLAs are up-to-date
• Support Compliance duties which include conducting compliance review and gap analysis; monitor regulatory changes; managing AML/CFT framework including assessments and reporting
• Support regulatory inspections and audits
• Develop and plan for Business Continuity Planning (BCP) exercises
• Participate in Risk Committee meetings and provide regular insight on the location’s risk profile along with mitigation plans

skills and experience required

• Minimum Degree in a relevant discipline
• At least 5 years of Operational Risk experience within the Banking industry
• Familiarity with Outsourcing and Business Continuity Management practices
• Prior Compliance experience is a plus
• Excellent communications and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

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