Control Office Technical Director

Job Title: Control Office Technical Director
Location: London/Hybrid
Contract Type: 12 Months
Rate: £1000 per day via Umbrella Company

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan? Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Control Office Technical Director to join their Operations Planning Department/EMEA Control Office team. This is your chance to be part of an exciting journey in a vibrant and forward-thinking organisation!

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Control Office Technical Director, you will play a crucial role in executing the Control Office agenda. Your key responsibilities will include:

Developing Approaches: Crafting strategies for 'Read Across' and 'Lessons Learned' to ensure consistency across the organisation.
Technical Support: Leading projects with technical control requirements to enhance operational efficiency.
Monitoring Risk Culture: Implementing methods to assess and improve risk culture within the organisation.Your Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee risk owners and control owners to ensure effective risk management.
Ensure robust governance of risk and controls, providing insightful data and contributing to governance meetings.
Conduct independent analysis of the risk and control environment, identifying trends and weaknesses.
Drive investigations of operational events to identify root causes and implement preventive solutions.
Conduct deep dives into risk reviews to assess control frameworks and enhance remediation efforts.
Collaborate with stakeholders to implement risk policies and frameworks effectively.
Mentor junior control officers to cultivate their skills in risk management.What We're Looking For:

Risk Management Expertise: Extensive knowledge of risk management frameworks and control environments.
Business Acumen: Deep understanding of Commercial and Investment Banking products and their end-to-end processes.
Market Awareness: Familiarity with market-standard risk mitigation approaches and relevant regulations in EMEA.
Stakeholder Skills: Proven ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor.
Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to convey complex topics clearly.Specific Requirements:

Experience: Significant experience in a 1LOD, risk management, or control office function within a major financial institution.
Education: A degree in a relevant discipline (finance, accounting, mathematics, physics, engineering) with strong analytical skills.
Industry Knowledge: Broad knowledge of Commercial Banking and Investment Banking.Why Join Us?

This role is not just about fulfilling responsibilities; it's about being part of a transformative initiative to enhance risk management culture in the EMEA region. Your contributions will shape the future of our client's Control Office and significantly impact the organisation.

Application Process:

If you are ready to embark on this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience. If you don't hear from us within 48 hours, please know that we appreciate your application, and we may keep your details for future opportunities.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Join us in making a difference and driving innovation in the financial services industry! Your next big career move is just an application away!

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