Head of Operational Risk - Operations ( Major Bank )

Description

Our client is a major global bank with a legacy of excellence in providing a wide range of financial services to individuals, businesses, and institutions worldwide. With a robust and dynamic presence in multiple regions, the Bank is committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional customer service. The Bank's comprehensive suite of services includes corporate banking, investment banking, private banking, and wealth management. As an industry leader, the Bank fosters a culture of integrity, innovation, and operational excellence, striving to continuously evolve and meet the needs of its clients while maintaining the highest standards of risk management.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Operational Risk for the Bank's Operations Division. This is a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the Bank's operational risk framework, ensuring the identification, assessment, and mitigation of operational risks across the organization's processes, systems, and people. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving the Bank's operational risk strategy, ensuring the continuity of operations, and safeguarding the Bank's assets and reputation.

As the Head of Operational Risk, you will be entrusted with overseeing the Bank's operational risk management program, providing thought leadership on risk mitigation strategies, and ensuring that risk management is integrated across all operational functions. You will work closely with senior executives and other business leaders to develop risk policies and practices that align with the Bank's strategic objectives and regulatory requirements. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring that operational risk exposures are identified, assessed, and effectively managed, while simultaneously supporting the Bank's business growth and operational efficiency.

You will lead a high-performing team of risk professionals, provide guidance on risk assessments, and ensure that operational risk management practices are embedded across the Bank's operations. Your role will involve liaising with key stakeholders across the Bank, including risk committees, business units, compliance, and internal audit teams, to ensure the development and implementation of effective risk mitigation plans. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the Bank's operational risk management processes are consistently reviewed, tested, and refined to address evolving risks, such as those related to regulatory changes, technological advancements, and operational resilience.

Requirements

You will have substantial experience in operational risk management within a major banking environment, with a proven ability to navigate the complexities of global banking operations. Your expertise will include a deep understanding of operational risk management frameworks, business continuity planning, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment methodologies. You will be adept at leading cross-functional teams and have the ability to influence senior executives, driving the integration of sound risk management practices across the organization..

To Apply

Please submit your resume to Jeremy Koh at jk@kerryconsulting.com quoting the job title and reference number JK32872. Due to high volume of responses, only shortlisted candidates are notified.

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