Business Risk Manager 100% (f/m/d) - (Fixed Term Contract - Maternity Cover - 12 months)

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Business Risk Manager (BRM) plays a critical role within the 1st Line of Defence (1LoD) in supporting the Region in managing and monitoring risk across the entire client lifecycle. BRM’s key responsibilities include risk-related advice to Front Management, support risk-related approvals, facilitate stakeholder collaboration (between the three lines of defence), deliver Regional and/or Market Risk Reporting and drive risk-related initiatives across the Bank. The role requires experience in understanding regulatory requirements, business needs, and risk management principles to drive informed decision-making and mitigate potential risks. Senior BRM is expected to act as a role model in terms of risk behaviour whilst delivering value for (internal) clients and working collaboratively across the Bank.

YOUR CHALLENGE

• Supports the Front Office on risk-related tasks, such as performance of risk & control self-assessments, assessment and handling of operational risk incidents, ad hoc business risk and conduct reviews

• Collaborates with 2nd and 3rd Lines of Defence, Front Management, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure a cohesive approach to risk management and highest quality standards across the region

• Prepares and delivers Regional and/or Market Risk Reporting in collaboration with 2nd LoD teams to provide transparency and supervisory oversight through Regional and/or Market risk sessions and address regulatory and quality assurance concerns

• Drives risk awareness and training initiatives

• Provides risk-related support and advice for Regional and/or Market projects

• Monitors and supports remediation of risks, incidents, and control issues, ensuring timely and sustainable resolution of Front teams’ related gaps identified by 2LoD, internal/external audit, and regulators

• Coordinates with other BRMs and interacts with various internal stakeholders (e.g. compliance, legal, etc.), depending on the topic

• Leads and implements change initiatives to improve risk management processes and procedures, ensuring the team is adaptable to changing regulatory requirements and business needs

• Supports strategic decisions that balance business objectives with risk management requirements, considering multiple perspectives and potential consequences

YOUR PROFILE

Personal and Social Skills:

• A natural team player with a proactive mindset and the ability to relate to colleagues from diverse backgrounds

• Proven communication and interpersonal skills to deal with employees and stakeholders on different management levels

• Always communicates in a competent and professional manner

• Systematic, precise and diligent working style and the ability to oversee complexity and perform under pressure

• Personal integrity and ethical behaviour

Professional and Technical Skills:

• Banking apprenticeship and/or higher education

• At least 4 years of experience in a similar role in the Private Banking Business

• In-depth knowledge of risk management principles and practices across markets

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Fluent language skills (verbal and written) in English, German would be an asset

• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic environment

• Independent, efficient, proactive and meticulous working style

• Proficient user in MS Office applications, Excel and PowerPoint skills

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