IT Senior Risk Manager
Date Posted: 14/08/2024
Location: London
Job Type: Full time
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We are looking for an IT Senior Risk Manager to support the Director of Enterprise Risk and Senior Management in developing and maintaining an appropriate and resilient technology and data risk management framework.
You will provide independent and proactive advice and challenge to the First Line identification, measurement, management, monitoring, and reporting of the Group’s technology risks.
Responsibilities
You will support the Director of Enterprise Risk in developing, educating and embedding risk management practices and culture within Just that support our risk appetite and strategic goals.
You will act as senior risk partner to the Technology and/ or Data organisations, including the attendance and support of Senior Management Team (SMT) meetings and associated risk reporting for those parts of the business and associated Group entities.
You will provide trusted advice to key stakeholders, including the Executive and senior management and across Lines 1 and 2 colleagues, on the steps that should be taken to maintain technology, data and information security risks managed at a level that is consistent with the Group’s risk appetite and in line with legal and regulatory requirements.
You will support the delivery of the Group’s Internal Model for Operational Risk through the development and maintenance of technology, data, and information security risk scenarios with risk owners and other key stakeholders.
You will be responsible for establishing an environment of trust and open communication which will establish a cohesive spirit across Lines 1 and 2 colleagues.
You will direct and oversee the adequacy of technology related risk mitigation for new and existing business activity.
You will develop proficiency in the use of the Group’s risk management systems and tools and in supporting the Technology organisation in the identification, assessment and reporting of risks at departmental level.
You will take responsibility for ensuring you comply with the company’s procedures, policies, guidelines and reporting requirements as well as any relevant regulatory and statutory requirements.
You will provide guidance and support to other team members on IT risk management best practices.
You will stay up-to-date with the latest developments and trends in IT risk management.
Skills & Experience
Must have relevant experience in assurance over technology, data, and information security risk management, with a focus on change management, application development, Cloud, with proven track record especially within a regulated industry sector.
Experience in the Line 2 or 3 of defence is preferred, including in running reporting frameworks and understanding and meeting the risk management requirements of Executives, Risk Committees and Boards.
Significant breadth of experience and knowledge of Life and Pensions or broader Financial Services.
People management experience (preferable).
Excellent understanding of technology and information security risk management practices and their application.
Strong ability to identify emerging risk issues, including associated with new and emerging technologies, and to drive understanding and management.
Good understanding of relevant regulations (including FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) handbook and Solvency 2 Directive requirements), legislation, standards and frameworks with regard to technology, data and information security risks and related control environment.
Good technical knowledge of hybrid network environments, specifically considering information security, ICT and Cloud risks.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including influencing, negotiation, presentation and report writing.
Strong delivery focus and organisational/ project management skills to coordinate and deliver plans to agreed timescales.
Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence use cases and related risks is preferred.
Company Benefits
A Competitive Salary, Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
Along with 25 Days Annual Leave plus an Additional Day on us for your Birthday
Private Medical Cover and Income Protection, just in case
A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme – paid annually based on individual and company performance against targets
Opportunity to progress within your career both in-role and within the company
FREE access to the Headspace App, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline and Trained Physical & Mental Health First Aiders (On-Site)
A variety of Employee Funded Benefits available to you via our Online Benefits Portal
Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones