Operational Risk Manager - Non Bank lender

Are you ready to join a major Australian player in Financial Services, with a strong footprint across a variety of sectors, including the lucrative Mortgages home loans market? We are looking for an exceptional individual to join this organisation on a permanent basis, working closely with the leadership team. This is a blue chip employer with a major focus on growth, and innovation.

As the Manager Operational Risk, you will come from another Financial Services organisation or risk advisory business to work closely with the Senior Manager of Operational Risk. You will also be working closely with the business and a broad group of risk and compliance professionals in varying functions. Strong business acumen is essential as you will be a key communicator across the business for this group’s initiatives.

This is an opportunity to join an innovative team, with lots of scope for career growth and development. You will play a pivotal role in driving the risk culture of the organisation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining the Risk Management Framework
• Identification, assessment and reporting of operational risks
• Assist with the management and development of the team
• Develop and facilitate risk management training
• Work with the business to develop practical risk management strategies and ensure all incidents are adequately resolved
• Project work in the risk management area

To be successful in this role you will 4 years or more, experience in a risk role within the banking, insurance or financial services industry. An operational risk management background is preferred particularly an understanding of ISO 31000. Working knowledge of consumer credit and privacy law, and trade practices legislation is essential. Problem solving, project management and analytical skills are also key. Team management skills will be highly regarded.

Ideally you will be come from either a consumer retail Banking background with exposure for home loans and asset finance or have worked in Assurance Advisory within a Chartered firm. Candidates who have, or are working towards a risk management qualification, will be looked upon favourably.

The successful candidate can expect a strong remuneration package, and a challenging and varied role with scope for career progression. This employer offers a suite of staff benefits, a positive workplace with excellent engagement scores, and a positive and experienced leadership team. 

If you would like to discuss this role, please call
James Rennie on [0422 660094](tel:0422 660094), for a confidential discussion.