Operational Risk Manager

Barclay Simpson

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Company ProfileOur client is a newly rebranded, FCA-regulated financial services firm based in London, delivering institutional-grade prime brokerage, clearing, execution, and risk analytics. With deep market expertise, new ownership, and strong capital backing, the business is led by a seasoned leadership team and is now entering a high-growth phase. As a rebuilt entity with a clean break from legacy operations, this is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a growing, well-capitalised financial institution from the ground up.The RoleThis is a unique opportunity for a driven Operational Risk Manager to join the second line of defence at an early stage and help build the risk function. You'll work directly with senior leadership-including the CRO-in shaping and embedding the operational risk framework. The environment is dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative, with clear pathways to progress into a future Head of Operational Risk role.Key Tasks
  • Design and implement key operational risk frameworks and controls from a clean slate.
  • Lead workstreams on KRIs, risk registers, incident/event logging, and remediation tracking.
  • Partner with business leads across the first line to advise on controls and monitor risk exposures.
  • Provide informed challenge and help define risk appetite across operational domains.
  • Prepare reports, dashboards, and metrics for leadership and regulatory purposes.
  • Contribute to the broader build-out of governance and risk infrastructure across the firm.
Experience Required
  • 5-8 years of operational risk experience, ideally in a second-line capacity.
  • Background in prime brokerage or capital markets strongly preferred.
  • Experience gained in SMEs or scale-ups advantageous-broad perspective and flexibility valued.
  • Familiarity with FCA-regulated environments and risk governance standards.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to influence and shape a maturing risk culture.
  • A self-starter, proactive mindset, and readiness to roll up your sleeves.
Call to ActionTo apply, or for a confidential conversation, contact Molly Phillips - . Please send your CV & a short introduction explaining your interest in the role.If the role is not quite right for you but you know someone who could be a good fit - we offer a referral bonus (T&Cs apply).

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