Senior Manager Operational Risk Compliance Business Banking

Our client, a leading banking institution, has tasked us with finding a Senior Manager – Operational Risk and Compliance – Business Banking. In this role, you will work closely with the Heads of Risk & Compliance and will be responsible for leading the Operational Risk and Compliance business engagement and oversight service. You will act as a single point of 2LOD Operational Risk Compliance engagement and be responsible for oversight, review, and challenge for the business area.

About the role:

• You will be responsible for risk identification and assessment, overseeing all areas of existing and new risks impacting the business, and engaging Policy Owners where required.
• Maintaining the monitoring of risk and controls environment to identify events, issues, and changes in risk exposures to the BU risk profile.
• Assist the Policy Owner and Line 1 to manage their obligations and assist Policy Owner engagement for key regulations, licensing requirements, and work closely with compliance to embed the Compliance register
• Provide expert advice on how to implement risk management frameworks
• Carry out testing on effective implementation of, and adherence to policies and frameworks
• Lead thematic reviews and attestation process for the business area and participates as required in NZ wide reviews
• Work with the Business Unit to develop strategies that fit within the Op Risk appetite and identify best practices for managing their risks and complying with the business change management framework
• Be a mentor and leader in respect of general Op Risk and Compliance matters and represent the function and agenda across the wider New Zealand Division.

About you:

• Exceptional knowledge of operational risk and compliance
• Previous experience in implementing Operational Risk and Compliance Frameworks
• Key understanding of the NZ Regulatory environment
• Leadership experience and ability to lead through change
• Strong stakeholder engagement through communication and influencing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

If this role sounds like it could be your next move and you’re wanting to join a growing team, please do ‘Click Apply’. Contact Sarah Kennerley for a confidential discussion on 09 869 7180  or Gary Bloxham on 09 974 9072.

Please note that applicants who have the legal right to work and reside in New Zealand will only be considered for this opportunity and contacted.

Tyler Wren recruits across Insurance & Financial Services; Legal; Design & Building Consultancy; Professional Services. Visit us at www.tylerwren.co.nz