The Role An establishedfinancial services organisation is seeking a Risk Transformation Subject MatterExpert to support a large-scale transformation programme within its Riskfunction. This role focuses on enhancing risk frameworks, supportingregulatory-aligned change initiatives, and contributing to the delivery ofrisk-related transformation across multiple workstreams.
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery and testing of risk-related business requirements for technology and change initiatives
Contribute to the development and enhancement of risk methodologies, including impact analysis and regulatory submissions
Assist with programme and project artefacts, including change documentation and reporting
Provide risk input into operating model design, strategy, and target state vision
Engage with internal stakeholders and external market participants on risk management topics
Ensure compliance with internal policies, governance standards, and audit requirements
Continuously develop technical expertise and professional capability
Required Experience & Knowledge
Strong background in risk management within a financial services environment
Exposure to clearing or centrally managed risk frameworks is highly desirable
Solid understanding of margining and risk models (e.g. VaR-based methodologies)
Knowledge of stress testing, back testing, and product valuation principles
Demonstrable experience working on change or transformation initiatives within Risk
Familiarity with both waterfall and agile delivery methodologies
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical capability with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Confident stakeholder engagement and constructive challenge capability
High levels of self-motivation and attention to detail
Interest in developing technical skills (e.g. data analysis or automation tools)
Qualifications
Degree-level education required
Professional risk qualification (or working towards) is beneficial (e.g. FRM, CFA)
Change or project management qualifications are an advantage
