Operational Risk Expert

We are looking for an experienced Operational Risk Expert to strengthen our Client's non‑financial risk management capabilities within a dynamic, international banking environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, executing, and enhancing the operational risk framework, with particular focus on incident management, RCSA, internal controls, and business continuity.

Key responsibilities

• Support and further develop the operational and non‑financial risk management framework across the organisation.

• Identify, analyse, and report operational losses and incidents; maintain and improve the incident database and reporting in dedicated Group tools.

• Coordinate and perform Risk and Control Self‑Assessments (RCSA), including action plan monitoring and regular follow‑up with business owners.

• Support the design, execution, and continuous improvement of internal control programmes, including coordination of periodic control campaigns.

• Contribute to Business Continuity Management: Business Impact Analysis, continuity strategies, testing of plans, and ongoing maintenance of BCM documentation.

• Perform risk assessment of outsourcing and other third‑party providers, including cross‑border cooperation where needed.

• Review, update, and draft internal procedures and policies in line with Group standards and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Prepare risk reports, indicators, and management information to senior stakeholders, including presentations for governance committees and boards.

• Cooperate closely with Compliance, business and operational units to embed risk culture and ensure effective implementation of risk mitigation measures.

• Deliver training sessions and workshops to increase awareness of operational and conduct risk, BCM, and internal control standards.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in operational / non‑financial risk, internal control, or business continuity in banking, leasing, factoring or broader financial services.

• Proven hands‑on experience with RCSA campaigns, incident/loss data collection and analysis, and reporting of key risk metrics.

• Practical exposure to Business Continuity Management (BIA, continuity plans, testing) is a strong asset.

• Good understanding of regulatory environment for non‑financial risk in financial institutions.

• Experience working in an international or Group set‑up and cooperating with multiple stakeholders and countries is an advantage.

• Very good analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks under time pressure.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively challenge and support business partners.

• Higher education in finance, economics, risk management or a related field; postgraduate studies in risk management will be treated as an asset.

• Very good command of English (spoken and written).

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a growing international financial institution with a strong focus on non‑financial risk and governance.

• Real impact on the shape of the operational risk framework and internal control environment.

• Exposure to cross‑border projects and cooperation with stakeholders in multiple countries.

• Professional development through specialised trainings and access to best practices in risk management and BCM.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, hybrid working model, and a friendly, collaborative culture.