We are recruiting a Senior Operational Risk Manager on behalf of a prestigious private bank in Geneva. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the effectiveness of the bank’s operational risk framework, supporting resilience, and mitigating key risks across its activities.
Key Responsibilities
* Operational Risk Monitoring & Incident Management
* Oversee and track internal and external operational risk incidents, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
* Conduct risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate potential operational vulnerabilities.
* Test of Controls (ToC) & Risk Control Framework
* Design and implement a structured Test of Controls (ToC) framework to evaluate the effectiveness of the bank’s controls.
* Execute control testing procedures and ensure continuous improvement of the risk management framework.
* Maintain and enhance the operational risk framework, ensuring it evolves with regulatory and business changes.
* Key Risk Indicators (KRI) & Performance Analysis
* Consolidate and analyze Key Risk Indicators (KRI) on a monthly basis, identifying trends and recommending adjustments where necessary.
* Support the continuous development of risk metrics to improve risk awareness and oversight.
* Stakeholder Collaboration & Senior Management Reporting
* Engage with internal stakeholders (Audit, Compliance, IT, and Operations) to foster a risk-aware culture.
* Prepare and present comprehensive risk reports with key insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and risk committees.
Your Profile
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
* 5+ years of experience in Operational Risk, Audit, or Permanent Control within the financial sector.
* Strong expertise in Test of Controls (ToC) frameworks and risk monitoring methodologies.
* Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to assess and prioritize risk-related issues effectively.
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, engaging across departments and senior leadership.
* Highly autonomous, structured, and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
* Fluent in English; proficiency in French is required, and German is a plus.
Position Details
* Location: Geneva
* Team Structure: 4 people (2 in Risk Ops, 2 in BCM)
* Remote Work: Not available
Why Join?
Join an internationally recognized private bank with a strong risk culture.
Work in a high-impact role, directly engaging with senior management.
Develop and refine key risk strategies within a dynamic and growing institution.
How to Apply
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Maeva Reis at +41 22 552 01 05 or via email at m.reis@lextonstanley.com.
At Lexton Stanley, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Please note that only candidates meeting the requirements will be contacted.
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