Enterprise & Operational Risk Manager

SEFE Storage GmbH; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international energy company is seeking an Enterprise & Operational Risk Manager to lead risk management efforts within their trading business. The role involves risk identification, reporting, and policy development to enhance operational risk mitigation. Ideal candidates will have experience in operational risk management in the energy sector, supporting strategic decision-making and compliance initiatives.

Benefits

Bonus earning potential

Non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days

Life assurance

Medical and dental insurance (family cover)

Qualifications

• Experience in operational risk management, particularly in the trading or energy sector.
• In-depth understanding of risk management methodologies and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in strategic leadership and decision making in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the identification and assessment of operational risks.
• Coordinate the preparation of risk reports and presentations to senior management.
• Assist in the development of internal risk policies and compliance.

Skills

Operational risk management

Risk assessment

Decision making

Change management

Job description

The Enterprise & Operational Risk Manager will support the Head of Enterprise & Operational Risk, Trading in leading the risk management efforts for the SEFE Trading business (CCO). This role involves overseeing the identification, assessment, reporting, and mitigation of operational risks, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives. The Manager will act as a key liaison between senior management and the operational risk team, fostering a risk-aware culture and promoting continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• "Risk Identification and Assessment: Oversee the proactive identification and assessment of operational risks across the trading business, ensuring comprehensive risk coverage.
• Risk Reporting and Analysis: Coordinate the preparation and presentation of detailed risk reports, dashboards, and metrics to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting key risk areas and recommended actions."
• Governance and Oversight: Assist the Head of Enterprise & Operational Risk, Trading in leading risk management presence in governance forums, ensuring thorough oversight and identification of operational risk trends.
• Policy and Framework Development: Assist in the development and management of internal risk policies, including the Risk Management Framework, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• "Incident Management: Support and enhance the Operational Incident Reporting process, conducting root cause analysis and developing recommendations for risk mitigation.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Experience: In operational risk management, with a focus on enterprise risk within the trading or energy sector.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of risk management methodologies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Management Skills: Introduction to management, managing change, and ad hoc projects.
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement risk management strategies and policies across the organisation.
• Decision Making: Make high-stakes decisions that impact the entire entity, especially in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environments.

ABOUT US

Securing Energy for Europe – it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply – but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport, and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We’re passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.

Securing energy – now and for the future.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution.

OUR BENEFITS

In return we offer a competitive starting salary supported by a comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle and wellness benefits with the flexibility to follow a hybrid working model.

• bonus earning potential
• non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days
• buy / sell holidays
• life assurance
• medical and dental insurance (family cover)
• range of optional flexible benefits

We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.

Join SEFE and help us secure energy supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.

Job Title: Enterprise & Operational Risk Manager