Risk Co-ordinator - FTC Until 31st December 2026

Handelsbanken; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading relationship bank in the United Kingdom is seeking an Operational Risk Co-Ordinator for a 12-month secondment. The successful candidate will support and guide the branch network in implementing the Operational Risk framework. Responsibilities include facilitating risk assessments, managing risk events, and reporting to stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings proven experience in Operational Risk, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The role offers competitive salary and strong benefits including medical insurance and a significant pension contribution.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Private medical insurance

Market-leading pension contribution of 15%

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Operational Risk management.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Understanding of risk frameworks and regulatory environments.
• Attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident in analysing data.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the Risk and Control Self-Assessments process.
• Manage operational Risk Events to prevent recurrence.
• Perform testing of Operational Risk controls.
• Analyse Operational Risk data for improvements.
• Facilitate Operational Risk scenario analysis workshops.
• Report Key Risk Indicators to stakeholders.
• Support change activity delivery.
• Assist Branch Managers with Self Assessments.
• Co-ordinate training relating to Operational Risk.
• Maintain data integrity within the Risk system.

Skills

Proven experience in Operational Risk management

Strong communication and influencing skills

Understanding of risk frameworks

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Branch Operational Risk Team. as an Operational Risk Co-Ordinator on a 12 Month Secondment.

Reporting into the Head of Branch Operational Risk the successful candidate will provide support and guidance to the branch network and support functions to implement the Operational Risk framework, embedding a strong risk culture and being responsible for delivering all risk assessment activities.

Main Responsibilities

• Facilitate the Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) process including ongoing monitoring of risk positions.
• Manage operational Risk Events, ensuring timely investigation and actions to prevent recurrence.
• Perform testing of Operational Risk controls in line with the annual control testing schedule.
• Analyse Operational Risk data including financial losses to assess the effectiveness of existing controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate the delivery of Operational Risk scenario analysis workshops.
• Collate, analyse and report Key Risk Indicators and supporting information to relevant stakeholders, ensuring consistent, accurate and timely risk reporting.
• Support and challenge the delivery of change activity into the business.
• Support the Branch Managers in the completion of the Branch Self Assessment and undertake assurance activity where necessary.
• Responsible for the identification and co-ordination of training relating to Operational Risk to the business.
• Responsible for the data integrity within the aCCelerate Risk system.

Ideal Candidate

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• Proven experience in Operational Risk management.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with experience managing relationships at all levels.
• An understanding of risk frameworks, regulatory environments, and organisational governance.
• An understanding of Handelsbanken branch network including products and service.
• Strong attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and confident in analysing data.

Company Information

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with a decentralised way of working, a strong local presence thanks to a nationwide network of branches, and a long-term approach to customer relations. Each Handelsbanken branch operates as a local business enabling it to make decisions at a local level and provide a bespoke service. The focus is always on the need of the individual customer and not on the sale of specific products.

The Bank is deeply committed to embedding good equality and diversity practice into all of our activities. This is so that we are an inclusive, welcoming and inspiring place to work that encourages everyone to apply, regardless of socio-economic background, age, disability, pregnancy and/or parental status, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), veteran status, marital and civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

At Handelsbanken, we deeply value our unique culture and values including trust in and respect for each individual. We take pride in nurturing a work environment where people flourish, and where they are empowered to take decisions in their areas of expertise. We take a long term perspective in everything we do and want each employee who joins us to build a long terms successful career with the Bank.

What is in it for you?

• We have a wide range of learning and development available, empowering and enabling our colleagues to take ownership of their own development.
• Competitive Salary and an extensive range of benefits is provided, including private medical insurance, income protection and life assurance
• A market-leading pension contribution of 15% paid by the bank, which can be invested in a wide range of funds (including ESG and Shariah funds)

Application next steps

Your journey with us begins once you have submitted your application. One of our Handelsbanken recruiters will be reviewing your details and will later organise a phone conversation if you match the role requirements. If there is a mutual fit, we will extend an invitation for you to participate in an interview.

How can we support you to be your best self? Our Talent Acquisition team will be happy to provide support e.g. if you need additional time to prepare for an interview or you have any requirements for any part of the interview/hiring process – just let us know by email [e-mail] .