Role: Head of Third Party Risk & Operational Resilience

Salary: Up to £105K + Excellent Corporate Benefits

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid / Agile)

Overview:

Fantastic opportunity with a flagship global retail banking organisation to play a key role in overseeing operational resilience, business continuity, third party risk and data risk providing independent oversight, technical advice, and leadership to ensure IT infrastructure and services are resilient, secure, and compliant with regulatory standards ensuring risks are managed within appetite.

Role:

• Provide subject matter expertise advice and guidance as the primary point of contact for all operational resilience, business continuity, third-party, and data risk inquiries.
• Lead comprehensive oversight reviews of the bank's risk and control environment concerning operational resilience, third-party management, and data governance.
• Conduct periodic assessments and provide constructive challenge to identify gaps and enhance risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop, own, and regularly update policies, frameworks, and standards related to operational resilience, business continuity, third-party risk management, and data protection.
• Ensure that all frameworks are compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to foster a culture of risk awareness and resilience throughout the organisation.

Experience:

• Expertise and deep understanding in risk management, with a focus on operational resilience, business continuity, third-party risk management or data risk in the banking or financial services sector.

• Expertise in risk management methodologies and tools to identify, assess, and manage resilience risks effectively.
  Experience in conducting risk assessments, developing risk management strategies, and overseeing the implementation of risk frameworks.
• Understanding of data risk management and third-party risk frameworks, including experience in evaluating vendor risks and controls.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the banking industry relevant to operational resilience, business continuity, data risk and third-party risk such as ISO 22301 for business continuity and ISO 31000 for risk management

***All applicants must demonstrate current & valid UK Right to Work***