First Line Risk Management Specialist

Financial Times; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial organization located in London seeks an experienced First Line Risk Management Specialist to oversee multiple risk domains, primarily operational, technology, and security. The successful candidate will provide transparency and reporting of risk activities to senior leadership while collaborating with various departments to identify and mitigate risks. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, over 5 years of risk management experience, and strong communication skills. This role offers great exposure to industry standards and collaborative opportunities.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in risk management or similar roles.
• Strong technical understanding of compliance frameworks.
• Professional English language skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate reporting of risks to leadership.
• Monitor and report on risk management activities.
• Collaborate with risk departments and internal audit.

Skills

Risk management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Governance, risk management, and compliance tools

Job description

First Line Risk Management Specialist page is loaded## First Line Risk Management Specialistlocations: London, United Kingdomposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2025-15141We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.As First Line Risk Management Specialist, you will support the first-line Technology Platform and Security organisation in managing their risks and risk-related activities, across multiple risk domains, primarily operational, technology and security. In a dynamic environment shaped by evolving risks, regulatory expectations, and strategic priorities, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.## ## What to expectIn this role you will:* Provide transparency and ensure accurate reporting of risks and risk-related activities to Executive and Senior Leadership.* Monitor and report on risk management activities and outcomes.* Build and foster meaningful and professional relationships with a wide range of internal stakeholders across all 3 lines.* Assist 1st line in identifying, analyzing, evaluating and mitigating risks in alignment with Swift’s Enterprise Risk Management Framework.* Collaborate with 2nd line Risk Department and 3rd line Internal Audit on a frequent basis to stay aligned on risk and audit activities and outcomes.* Leverage a technology-driven risk lens to assist with the preparation and review of Executive and Board material.* Manage and maintain the organisation’s central process repository to ensure processes remain accurate and relevant.## ## What will make you successfulWe are seeking professionals with:* Bachelor’s degree.* 5+ years of experience in risk management, control compliance, or similar roles, and a keen interest in growing your expertise in Risk Management.* Strong technical understanding of compliance frameworks, risks, policies and controls.* Proficiency in using governance, risk management and compliance tools and methodologies.* Self-starter with a structured, process-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently in a dynamic, international environment.* Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal and presentation skills.* Strategic thinker and problem-solver, including ability to analyse complex technical data and provide actionable insights and recommendations.* Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with experience interacting at senior levels.* Collaborative mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.* Proven ability to influence, drive change and deliver with an operational excellence mindset.* Resilience and adaptability in managing multiple priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced and evolving environment.* Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CGRC, GRCP, ISO 31000)* Strong knowledge of industry standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT, ITIL) and technology risk principles.* Professional English language skills (written and verbal)**What we offer***We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.**If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.*Swift doesn’t stand still. We are constantly evolving and tirelessly innovating. Working at the intersection of finance and technology is a very exciting place to be right now.Swift is transforming cross-border payments, making them faster and more transparent than ever before. We are the way the world moves value — every instant of every day, in almost every country.We are proud that what we do has a critical impact on the global financial community and touches almost every aspect of the financial world. So, what you do at Swift has real impact too — an impact that matters every day. Which is why you matter to us.Joining Swift gives you unparalleled exposure to knowledge, expertise and technologies. If you have what it takes, you’ll be able to take on different career paths and have the opportunity to work in teams, departments and disciplines in countries around the world.Swift is unique. There is no other organisation like ours in the world driving the long-term future of the financial ecosystem. You’ll be surrounded by bright, customer-focused and intellectually curious people in a collaborative, friendly, open and inclusive environment.At Swift we are trusted every instant. Everything we do has an impact that matters. And as a member of our team, you are trusted to make your impact every day.### Job Alertan account and register for a Job Alert and we will let you know when new jobs matching your career interests become available.