Operational Risk Officer

Leasys S.p.A.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive finance company based in Coventry is looking for an Operational Risk Management Senior Specialist. The successful candidate will support risk governance, participate in risk assessments, and maintain cross-functional relationships. They should have a degree in Business or Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The role emphasizes analytical skills and process improvement within operational risk frameworks and offers a full-time employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in operational risk management or governance.
• Hands-on experience in back-office operations and process optimisation.
• Ability to prepare and present risk reports to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Risk & Control Self-Assessment process.
• Review and challenge local policies for alignment with corporate strategy.
• Develop and report on the annual ORM Independent Testing Plan.
• Prepare and deliver Operational Risk and Control reporting to management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Strong judgement

Technical skills

Education

University degree in Business, Finance, or Risk Management

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Risk management tools

Job description

The Operational Risk Management (ORM) Senior Specialist operates within the Risk Oversight team, conducting Second Line of Defence activities to ensure robust risk governance across the business. The role supports the First Line of Defence by identifying, assessing, monitoring, and managing operational risks.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in the Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process, performing Check & Challenge reviews, providing feedback to 1LoD and Heads of Department, and raising Permanent Control Actions as needed.
• Review and challenge local policies and procedures to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and operational risk management objectives.
• Develop, execute, and report on the annual ORM Independent Testing Plan (ITP), including issue identification and follow‑up.
• Prepare, analyse and deliver Operational Risk and Control reporting to senior management and governance committees.
• Support Operational Permanent Controllers in managing Historical Incidents, ensuring data quality and timely closure.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships across departments and functions to promote effective risk management practices.
• Coordinate and contribute to cross‑functional risk initiatives, ensuring best practice sharing and consistency in ORM frameworks.
• Represent the Risk Oversight team in key business meetings, deputising for senior members when required.
• Provide expert guidance on complex operational risk matters, acting as a subject matter resource for the wider organisation.
• Identify and contribute to process and control improvements across ORM processes and systems.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Sound judgement and a methodical, systematic approach to work.
• Essential: University degree (or equivalent) in Business, Finance, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in operational risk management, internal control frameworks or governance within financial services or leasing/auto finance.
• Leading risk and control assessments and implementing robust operational risk frameworks.
• Acting as a delegate for senior management during absences, demonstrating decision‑making authority and leadership capability.
• Operational expertise: Hands‑on experience in back‑office operations, including process optimisation, incident management and root cause analysis.
• Governance and reporting: Ability to prepare and present risk reports to senior stakeholders and contribute to governance committees.
• Technical skills: Strong knowledge of Back Office systems, Microsoft Office suite and risk management tools; ability to leverage data for risk analysis and reporting.
• Desirable: Experience in auto finance or leasing sector; familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Stellantis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Stellantis is also accredited with the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, recognising organisations that support the armed forces community. Please contact our recruitment team if you would like to discuss anything further or require reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Analyst