***This role is open to internal candidates only ***

Arbuthnot Latham has been associated with banking since 1833. We combine private and commercial banking, wealth planning and investment management. We believe in traditional relationship and service-led banking powered by modern technology.

Job Purpose

The Risk Assurance Manager will be responsible for conducting the Risk Monitoring Plan, to provide assurance on the quality of the risk registers throughout the Bank and monitoring the effectiveness of key controls across the business.  The Manager will also ensure that the risk event process is working effectively providing support and guidance to key stakeholders across the business. 

To place the interests of customers at the centre of all activities, act in a way that is consistent with achieving good outcomes for consumers; and to comply with the FCA and PRA's Conduct Rules.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities: 

• Monitor, review and report on the adherence of each business unit against the Bank’s Risk Management Framework as part of the Arbuthnot Latham Risk Monitoring Plan.
• Provide independent risk oversight of the effectiveness of key controls across the business.
• Support both the business and other second line teams to embed an effective risk management framework across the bank.
• Work with key and senior stakeholders across the business to ensure that corporate events, emerging and systemic risks are considered and effectively managed. Ensure that stakeholders manage risk in line with the Bank’s Risk Management Framework and provide challenge and guidance on all risk matters.
• Follow-up and verify completion of management actions in connection with monitoring undertaken.
• Produce reporting information for Committees to highlight progress against the monitoring plan and other key risk metrics.
• Monitoring and delivery of key business processes such as risk event recording and risk and control escalation process.
• Provide support and coaching to the other team members to support their development.
• Promote risk awareness throughout the business and with key stakeholders through training, sharing best practice, and coaching.
• Responsible for managing risks inherent to the role by diligently observing internal policies and procedures.

Key Interfaces:

• Team members and managers within the Chief Risk Office (Risk, Compliance, Credit, Financial Crime and Internal Audit).
• Risk owners and assessors across the business: Head Office, Front Office, COO and AL Subsidiaries.

Knowledge/Experience/Skills:

• Ability to conduct independent monitoring on the effectiveness of processes/controls.
• Banking experience with strong knowledge of Risk and Control Frameworks.
• Broad knowledge and experience of risk management within a 1LOD or 2LOD role.
• Have an analytical mind and an excellent eye for detail with a methodical approach.
• Numerate & technically minded with strong pc skills.
• Enthusiastic and able to demonstrate a positive and flexible approach.
• Team player, supporting both your colleagues and managers in delivering new projects and supporting existing systems.
• Self-motivated and driven to learn and develop yourself.
• Proven experience in performing audit testing in a regulated Financial Services firm.

Qualifications:

• Educated to degree level (not essential) or relevant industry qualifications preferred.
• Qualified or part-qualified in an audit related field (e.g Accountancy, IIA, Systems Auditing)

Competencies:

• Communication & Confidence
• Influencing Others
• Planning & Reviewing
• Team Working
• Performance Focus
• Judgement & Problem Solving

Life, Work and Benefits

Arbuthnot Latham is committed to equal-opportunities for all staff and candidates. We embrace inclusion & diversity and understand why they are critical for the success of our business and people.

• Agile working
• Competitive salary, pension & holiday allowance
• BUPA Health cover
• 4x Life Assurance
• Income Protection scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Market leading maternity/paternity and menopause policies
• Flexible benefits

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